UPwithART 2026

A celebration of culture, compassion, and community
Presented by Kim Mullan Personal Real Estate

Online Auction: April 16, 2026, 7:00pm ET – April 25, 2026, 9:30pm ET
In-person Exhibition: April 17 – 25, 2026
Arty-Party: Saturday, April 25, 7:00 – 11:00pm ET

Images (left to right): Nico Williams, Tim’s, 2025, size 11/0 Japanese glass Delica beads, polyethylene thread, 8 x 4.8 cm. Ella Gonzales, Green Kitchen, 2022, acrylic on piña silk, 35.6 x 30.5 cm.

The 16th annual UPwithART fundraiser begins April 16, bringing together collectors and artists from across Southwestern Ontario to come together for culture and care by raising crucial funds for two London-based nonprofits; Unity Project for Relief of Homelessness and Museum London. Proceeds from ticket and auction sales directly support the organizations’ ongoing programs, providing critical housing and support services for those experiencing homelessness and ensuring the doors to art, culture and history remain open and accessible to all in London, Ontario.

Kicking off April 16 at 7:00pm ET, the online silent auction features 50 stunning original works generously contributed by renowned national artists, emerging creatives, and esteemed collectors. Explore all available artworks, objects and unique experiences online now. Register to participate at no cost, “heart” your favourites, and get ready to bid in support of two great causes between April 16 and 25! All works are professionally framed and exhibition ready. Shipping can be arranged for out of town collectors for an additional cost.

Those located nearby can look forward to getting a closer look at all available works in-person in the corresponding UPwithART exhibition, running April 17 to 25 at Museum London during regular hours of operation. Admission is free, all are welcome!

Featured artists include:
Jay Anderson | Bear | Natasha Beaudoin | Greg Benz | Kevin Bice | Bob Bozak | Natali Bravo | Jeremy Bruneel | Alexandra Couchie | Sean Couchie | Eric J Drummond | Wyn Geleynse | Bridget George | Ella Gonzales | Helen Gregory | Jeff Heene | Jay Hodgson | Ian Indiano | Jessica Irene Joyce | Oswaldo de León Kantule | Patrick Mahon | Amanda McCavour | David Merritt | Julian Miholics | Catherine Morrisey | Sheri Osden Nault | Eve Nicholson-Smith | Jo Percival | Danielle Petti | Mike Pszczonak | Emelie Robertson | Racquel Rowe | Emily Schuyler | Quinn Smallboy | Michelle Taylor | Dauma Stirbyte | Adora Vali | Nico Williams | Anna Wilson | Laura Woermke | and Billy Bert Young | with additional works donated by generous local collectors by Suzy Birstein | Jack Chambers | Dan Donaldson | Colin Muir Dorland | Bijan Ghalehpardaz | Jamelie Hassan | Clark McDougall | Troy Ouellette | Tony Urquhart and Klaas Verboom.

Images (left to right): Natasha Beaudoin, Fox Island, 2025, acrylic paint and chalk pastel on canvas, 61 x 50 cm. Amanda McCavour, New Jersey Tea (Study), 2025, polyester thread, embroidery, 38 x 18 cm.

This 10-day fundraiser will culminate with the high energy party on Saturday, April 25 from 7:00 to 11:00pm at Museum London. Together with 400+ of our closest friends and supporters, we’ll enjoy delicious food and drink as we connect, dance and celebrate, take in live performances by local musicians, and participate in exciting hands-on artist-led activities before the auction comes to a close.

Tickets are on sale now! Get yours at UPwithART.ca
Shape a future of joy where art and shelter are available to all. Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 25 and join us at Museum London for a lively celebration.

UPwithART is a labour of love. We couldn’t make this terrific fundraiser happen without the incredible support of our community:

Advisory Committee
Ron Holliday, Alexia Hlynialuk, Paula Lombardi, Brian Meehan, Kim Spriet, Carmelita Tang

We thank the many Unity Project and Museum London staff and volunteers who bring UPwithART to life, and our generous sponsors for making this event possible:

Unity Project
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Museum London
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Museum London is a fully accessible facility located at:
421 Ridout Street North
London, Ontario, Canada

For more information, please contact:
Ahmed Ismail, Marketing & Communications Specialist at Museum London
aismail@museumlondon.ca