Neilson Park Creative Centre (NPCC) is pleased to announce its exhibitions for the Winter 2025 season. Visit our website to see our full list of exhibitions, classes and events. Admission to our galleries is free of charge and open to all ages.

Boloebi Charles Okah, Tides

Black History Month: Artist Spotlight 2025

February 1 – 28, 2025
Poetry Slam: Friday, February 21, 2025, 7 – 9pm
Digital Billboard

This Black History Month, NPCC will be spotlighting the work of eight Black-identifying artists on our 72″ x 44″ digital display sign, prominently located on the exterior of our building. Participating artists are Boloebi Okah, Chimemelie Okafor, Ehiko Odeh, Imani Edwards, Kamorudeen Aruna, Krystal Ball, Njeri Gitau, and Patricia Ellah.

On Friday, February 21 from 7pm to 9pm, NPCC’s Second Annual Black History Month Poetry Slam is in our main gallery. Black poets will take the stage, share their truths and celebrate the power of spoken word.

Flâner: To Aimlessly Wander

Presented by Grade 11 students of Etobicoke School of the Arts
February 11 – 28, 2025
Reception: Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 6pm
All Galleries

Flâner: To Aimlessly Wander, is an exhibition that showcases the beauty of ‘smelling the flowers along the way’; of letting go.

This collection features works created by grade 11 students from the Etobicoke School of the Arts, specifically within the Contemporary Arts and Photography disciplines.

Time4Change, Art Activism and Gallery Showcase

Presented by Youth Without Shelter (YWS)
March 4 – 22, 2025
Showcase Event: Saturday, March 22, 2 – 4pm
Art Space Connect Gallery

This year, YWS is excited to announce a three-week-long gallery hosted at Neilson Park Creative Centre. On the final day of the exhibition, Saturday, March 22, Youth Without Shelter will host between 2 and 4pm the Time4Change Showcase featuring live activism performances such as dance, music, and spoken word from artists within our community. Showcase tickets are $10 per person and include food and drinks.

Their online auction will launch on March 4 and close on March 22 during their live T4C showcase event. All proceeds from the auction will be donated to YWS to help us support the youth they serve.

Interesting Times

Presented by Etobicoke Art Group
March 4 – 22, 2025
Parkview Gallery

Established in 1951, the Etobicoke Art Group (EAG) continues as a vital group of practicing artists today. All EAG activities are run by volunteer members who enjoy classes, workshops, lectures, and exhibitions organized for their mutual benefit.

Scrappy Batik Comfort Quilt created by Diane Daniel – Kaffe Fassett design

Quilt Fever 2025

Presented by Etobicoke Quilters’ Guild
March 28 – 29, 2025, 10am – 4pm
All Galleries

The Quilt Fever 2025 show will feature an amazing exhibition of colour and talent from traditional to modern quilts and quilt art in all the galleries at Neilson Park Creative Centre.

Many beautiful quilts will be on display in recognition of the creative talent and skill of the Etobicoke Quilters’ Guild members. Admission is $10 at the door.

Wan Nam Kim

Wan Nam Kim

Presented by Wan Nam Kim
March 31 – April 15, 2025
Art Space Connect Gallery

Wan Nam Kim is president and instructor of Kang Am Art Studio. He is a longtime member of Korean Artist’s Society of Canada and has participated in more than 48 group exhibitions in Toronto, Korea and the USA.

Etobicoke Handweavers & Spinners Guild

Presented by Etobicoke Handweavers & Spinners Guild
April 1 – 27, 2025
Parkview Gallery

Join the Etobicoke Handweavers & Spinners as they present their favourite hand spun, woven, knitted and felted projects.

Founded more than half a century ago, they encourage an interest in handweaving, spinning and dyeing. To our members we offer services and learning opportunities, and to the larger community education about their crafts.

Colour and Form Society’s Members Exhibition

Presented by Colour and Form Society
April 23 – May 24, 2025
Art Space Connect Gallery

The Colour and Form Society (CFS) is pleased to present its 2025 Members’ Exhibition.

Established in 1952, the CFS has just celebrated its 70th Anniversary. As an exhibiting society, it is an integral part of the artistic community in Ontario and supports a talented group of member artists who demonstrate a wide variety of styles and media.

From A to Z

Presented by Calligraphic Arts Guild of Toronto
April 29 – May 25, 2025
Reception: Thursday, May 8, 7pm
Parkview Gallery

The Calligraphic Arts Guild of Toronto (CAGT) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing opportunities for the continuing study of calligraphy, its history, cultural traditions, and applications for all ages. From enthusiastic beginner to professional scribe, they extend their passion for hand lettering through shared knowledge, instruction, exhibitions and community arts events.

Ann Eby

Presented by Ann Eby
May 5 – 25, 2025
Emergence Gallery

A selection of portraits by emerging artist Ann Eby.

About Neilson Park Creative Centre

Neilson Park Creative Centre (NPCC) is a charitable organization that serves the
diverse landscape of Toronto through partnerships, outreach initiatives and community engagement.

As an arts hub in Western Toronto, NPCC serves the community by offering arts-based classes, workshops, drop-ins, open studios, events, and exhibitions within and outside its facilities.

NPCC is a fully accessible facility. Admission and parking are free.

Neilson Park Creative Centre
56 Neilson Drive
Etobicoke, ON M9C 1V7
www.neilsonparkcreativecentre.com
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416-622-5294

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