Essential to the success of any organization is the ongoing cooperation of its supporters. The St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre wishes to gratefully thank the City of




The St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre is a non-profit organization. The objective of the Art Centre is to encourage and promote an appreciation for, and support the practice of the visual arts in St. Thomas, Elgin County and surrounding area. This has been accomplished in three predominate ways since the Art Centre's establishment in 1969: a permanent art collection that consists of over 1000 works, 16 exhibitions annually, that feature the work if local, regional, national and international artists, and ongoing educational programs for both adults and children.

Women's Committee of STEPAC
The Women's Committee of the St. Thomas-Elgin
Public Art Centre is a dedicated group of women
whose primary interest is in the success
of the Art Centre. The Committee is looking for new
members... more



Children's Winter Art Classes
Discover the world of art making through exploration and experimentation with a variety of materials and organized activities. Basic skills in drawing, painting, and sculpture will be considered. Imagination, self-confidence and individual style are encouraged. more...


Exhibitions at the Art Centre
Events at the Art Centre

Welcome!
March Break Workshops
March 12-16, 2012
Monday to Friday 9:00 - 3:30
Grades 2-6
Cost: $35.00/day - $160/week
Adult Art Classes
Mixed Media with Heather Keating Jan 26 -Mar 1, 2012 7-9pm
Zentangle Beginner Workshop Feb 5, 2012 12-3pm
Zentangle with Colour Feb 12, 2012 12-3pm
Faces Mar 3-24, 2012 1-3pm
Portrait Photography for Beginners Mar 24-31, 2012 1-4pm
Song Writing Workshop with Deni Gauthier Feb 18, 2012 1-3pm
Great Beginnings Elementary / Secondary
March 10 - May 12, 2012
The Art Centre is pleased to present the artworks of St. Thomas and Elgin County young student artists. This event will bring 2300 students and their families to the Art Centre, many for the first time, to view their work. What a fantastic way to invite our next generation to the world of Arts and Culture, by displaying their creativity.
FAMILY DAY OPEN HOUSE!
FEBRUARY 20, 2012
Drop by between 11:am and 2:00 pm for art activities, games and more!
Grades JK-6 (accompanied by an adult)
FREE FREE FREE

Redtail Silent Auction and Cocktail Party
Saturday May 26, 2012
Redtail Golf Course
4-7:30pm more...
St. Thomas Elgin Studio Tour
Saturday May 12 and 13, 2012
11-5pm Daily
For artist application please contact info@stepac.ca