Montreal Art Center & Museum | studio spaces for artists, live shows, museum, exhibitions, art competition | 1844 William Street, Montreal, QC, Canada
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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.

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

  • 'Variations in Colourful Textures' by Charlotte Boulanger
    'Variations in Colourful Textures' by Charlotte Boulanger
    Aug 16, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – Aug 29, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Experience Charlotte Boulanger’s bold new series of large-format, mixed-media works—where vibrant textures, recycled materials, and abstract forms come to life.
  • West Side Story (2021) Screening
    West Side Story (2021) Screening
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Aug 22
    Aug 22, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Love, rivalry, and unforgettable music—experience Spielberg’s dazzling West Side Story on the big screen with a drink in hand.
  • Seragos Band
    Seragos Band
    Fri, Aug 22
    Montréal
    Aug 22, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – Aug 23, 2025, 1:00 a.m.
    Montréal, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    The Saragos Band brings you a dynamic new ensemble of exceptional musicians, delivering a rich blend of jazz, fusion, funk, and Latin grooves.
  • Peindre au Bord d’Eau: A Creative Outdoor Painting Session by the Canal
    Peindre au Bord d’Eau: A Creative Outdoor Painting Session by the Canal
    Aug 23, 2025, 12:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Join fellow creatives for a fun outdoor painting session by the scenic Lachine Canal. Bring your materials, pick your view, and let inspiration flow!
  • Casablanca (1942) Screening
    Casablanca (1942) Screening
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Aug 23
    Aug 23, 2025, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Romance, intrigue, and timeless glamour—experience Casablanca on the big screen with a drink in hand. Sip, savor, and step into Rick’s Café Américain for a movie night in true classic style.
  • Christine Ghawi & Friends
    Christine Ghawi & Friends
    Sat, Aug 23
    Aug 23, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – Aug 24, 2025, 1:00 a.m.
    Montréal, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Jazz. Pop. Glamour. Gemini Award-winning Christine Ghawi takes the stage—with surprise guests!
  • Film Club Night – Film, Friends & Fun
    Film Club Night – Film, Friends & Fun
    Aug 28, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Dive into Film Club Night—friends, community, and a screening of The Hunger (1983) followed by creative discussion.
  • Stephen Keefe
    Stephen Keefe
    Thu, Aug 28
    Montréal
    Aug 28, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – Aug 29, 2025, 1:00 a.m.
    Montréal, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Montreal Art Center Café, where talented pianist Stephen Keefe brings jazz and pop classics to life with soul, style, and flair.
  • Christine Ghawi & Friends
    Christine Ghawi & Friends
    Fri, Aug 29
    Aug 29, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – Aug 30, 2025, 1:00 a.m.
    Montréal, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Jazz. Pop. Glamour. Gemini Award-winning Christine Ghawi takes the stage—with surprise guests!
  • Mari Sild 
    Mari Sild 
    Sat, Aug 30
    Montréal
    Aug 30, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – Aug 31, 2025, 1:00 a.m.
    Montréal, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    ...an established Estonian pianist, singer, composer, and neuroscientist, known for her signature Nordic Fusion style — a captivating blend of classical foundations, global rhythms, and emotional resonance.
  •  Mona Lissa Chanda
     Mona Lissa Chanda
    Sat, Sep 06
    Montréal
    Sep 06, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – Sep 07, 2025, 1:00 a.m.
    Montréal, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Step into a smoky lounge dream with Mona Lissa Chanda—a Montreal singer-songwriter blending jazz, blues-rock, soul, and Americana. From moody originals to sultry covers, her sound is pure late-night magic.
  • Film Club Premiere
    Film Club Premiere
    Fri, Sep 12
    Montréal
    Sep 12, 2025, 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Join us for an exclusive first look at our film club—enjoy a screening, creative discussions, and sign up for a special membership offer. Experience the magic of cinema with us!
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