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About Us

 

The Montreal Art Center and Museum is a not-for-profit community arts hub, proudly supporting local artists since 2010. Located in the historic patrimonial building at 1844 William Street in Griffintown, originally built in 1879, our center serves as the creative home to hundreds of member artists, offering over 50 open and private studio spaces, along with additional spaces for Ceramics Club members.

Our mission is to support, assist, and promote locally based visual and performing artists. We recognize the challenges faced by professional artists on their career paths and are committed to providing a strong, collaborative community for emerging, amateur, and hobby artists. Through our various membership programs, we foster friendships, cultivate strategies, and continuously work to enhance the development and skills of our artists.

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Since our founding, the Montreal Art Center has hosted over 200 art exhibitions, showcasing and offering for sale thousands of works to the Montreal public. Each year, we proudly present important art exhibitions, musical performances, lectures, and cultural events, all aimed at helping our local artists thrive.

Upcoming Events

  • Film Club Night: Your KPop guide to Korean Cinema/ Votre guide kpop du cinéma coréen
    Film Club Night: Your KPop guide to Korean Cinema/ Votre guide kpop du cinéma coréen
    Nov 12, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 9:20 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Friendly movie lovers gathering
  • Emerging Artists Exhibition Grand Opening Night
    Emerging Artists Exhibition Grand Opening Night
    Nov 13, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    The Emerging Artists Exhibition is a celebration of local artistic talent, showcasing the works of the city's most promising emerging artists.
  • Projection: The adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl
    Projection: The adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl
    Nov 14, 2026, 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
  • Open Mic Night
    Open Mic Night
    Sat, Nov 14
    1844 Rue William
    Nov 14, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    An open mic night welcoming musicians, singers, poets, and music lovers! All genres are welcome, including R&B, rap, jazz, blues, classical, pop, rock, and more. Whether you're here to perform or simply enjoy the talent, everyone is invited!
  • Projection: The Lobster
    Projection: The Lobster
    Sat, Nov 14
    1844 Rue William
    Nov 14, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
  • Christmas Artisan Market 2026
    Christmas Artisan Market 2026
    Nov 21, 2026, 11:00 a.m. – Nov 22, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    30 local makers. One weekend of handmade jewelry, cozy knits, festive treats, holiday tunes, and gifts you won't find anywhere else.
  • Film Club Night:  V for Vendetta
    Film Club Night:  V for Vendetta
    Nov 26, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 9:20 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Friendly movie lovers gathering
  • Projection: Clueless
    Projection: Clueless
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Nov 28
    1844 Rue William
    Nov 28, 2026, 3:00 p.m. – 5:40 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
  • Projection: Stardust (2007)
    Projection: Stardust (2007)
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Nov 28
    1844 Rue William
    Nov 28, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
  • 'I'll Carry You With Me' Exhibit by Jane Aimée Soleil
    'I'll Carry You With Me' Exhibit by Jane Aimée Soleil
    Dec 04, 2026, 11:00 a.m. – Dec 11, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    This exhibition presents soft, ethereal portraits of women that explore care, connection, feminism, and our relationship with the natural world.
  • Les 3'PS Live!
    Les 3'PS Live!
    Sat, Dec 12
    Gallery Club 1832
    Dec 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
    Gallery Club 1832, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Le trio Les 3 P'S est un groupe de jazz fusion énergique qui mélange l'improvisation du jazz avec la puissance brute du rock, le grain soulful du blues et les grooves funk. Si vous êtes fan d'artistes qui repoussent les limites des genres musicaux, ne pas manquer - Billets dispos dans description !
  • The Great Art Lottery: A Night of Discovery, Creativity, and Support for Montreal’s Artists
    The Great Art Lottery: A Night of Discovery, Creativity, and Support for Montreal’s Artists
    Date and time is TBD
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Every Ticket Wins an Original Artwork
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