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Art speaks where words are unable to explain
– Mathiole
MAG Conversations: Preserving Museum Collections ~ February 12 2026
MAG is delighted to have Michael Harrington as our guest speaker for our first Conversations of 2026. For over 40 years he has been a leader in the fields of treatment, preservation and presentation of cultural and heritage collections in Canada. During his career, he...
MAG Art & Fine Arts Christmas Show ~ November 22-23, 2025
Join us for the MAG Art & Fine Arts Christmas Show! Saturday & Sunday Nov. 22-23, 2025 10am-4pm Community Centre 106 Read St. Merrickville, ON As the holidays approach, Merrickville starts to sparkle with festive spirit. Our heritage streets come alive with...
MAG Conversations: An Evening With Merrickville Authors: A Panel Discussion ~ November 13 2025
The Merrickville Arts Guild (MAG) is delighted to partner with the Merrickville Organization for Culture & the Arts (MOCA) to host a special edition of Conversations on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at the Merrickville Legion, 2nd Floor. We have several accomplished...
Arts in Ontario
Read a first-of-its-kind, regionally focused economic assessment of Ontario’s arts and culture sector—showcasing substantial job creation, economic output, and the powerful return on public investment through OAC funding. As well, read the Ontario Budget 2025...
MAG Conversations: Understanding Wine Through the Lens of Art ~ September 11 2025
We are delighted to have Andrew Rastapkevicius speak at the upcoming MAG Conversations on Understanding Wine Through the Lens of Art. Join us in the “Club Room” on the main floor of the Merrickville Legion on Thursday, September 11, 2025. The talk starts at 7:30...
2025 Studio Tour ~ September 27-28
The Merrickville Arts Guild would like to acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek, Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee ( Iroquois), Oneida and Haudenosaunee (St Lawrence Iroquois) peoples who have lived on and cared for this land since time...
In Memoriam ~ Heather Snow
The Merrickville Arts Guild is deeply saddened by the loss of our dear friend and fellow artist, Heather. Heather’s incredible talent, creative spirit, and love for making art touched everyone who knew her. Her vibrant energy and generous heart lit up every room, and...
Festival of the Arts 2025 ~ July 26-27
MAG is pleased to be part of the popular 5th Merrickville Festival of the Arts which will take place on July 26 - 27 2025, from 10am - 5pm at the beautiful Blockhouse Park on the banks of the Rideau River adjacent to the historic Rideau Canal locks. This amazing...
Earthbound Spirits of Julie Mercier at the Iron Forge ~ July and August, 2025
New exhibit at the Iron Forge! MAG member Julie Mercier has a new solo show on display at Iron Forge Merrickville. This captivating collection features expressive animal portraits, whimsical bugs, bold warrior women, and vibrant florals—each piece celebrating the...
2025 MAG Studio Tour pamphlet available
The Merrickville Arts Guild would like to acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek, Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee ( Iroquois), Oneida and Haudenosaunee (St Lawrence Iroquois) peoples who have lived on and cared for this land since time...
