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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

  • Open Mic / New Talents with Rully Marten
    Open Mic / New Talents with Rully Marten
    Jul 09, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – Jul 10, 2026, 11:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Experience an unforgettable evening at the Montreal Art Center Café with an intimate Open Mic night featuring Rully Marten!
  • Emerging Artists Exhibition Grand Opening Night
    Emerging Artists Exhibition Grand Opening Night
    Jul 10, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    The Emerging Artists Exhibition is a celebration of local artistic talent, showcasing the works of the city's most promising emerging artists.
  • Projection: The Virgin Suicides (1999)
    Projection: The Virgin Suicides (1999)
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jul 10
    Jul 10, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:40 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
  • Projection: Blade Runner Final Cut (1982)
    Projection: Blade Runner Final Cut (1982)
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Jul 11
    Jul 11, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
  • Projection:The Skin I Live In (2011)
    Projection:The Skin I Live In (2011)
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Jul 11
    Jul 11, 2026, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
  • Projection: Call Me By Your Name (2017)
    Projection: Call Me By Your Name (2017)
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jul 17
    Jul 17, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:10 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
  • Projection: Rebel Without a Cause (1955)
    Projection: Rebel Without a Cause (1955)
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Jul 18
    Jul 18, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
  • Christine Ghawi - Live show
    Christine Ghawi - Live show
    Sat, Jul 18
    Jul 18, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Jazz. Pop. Glamour. Gemini Award-winning Christine Ghawi takes the stage.
  • Maurice Bigio with John Sadowy Live
    Maurice Bigio with John Sadowy Live
    Jul 25, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    This live show is more than music—it’s a personal, powerful, and emotional journey, carried by velvety baritone vocals and an electrifying atmosphere.
  • Film Club Night:  Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961)
    Film Club Night:  Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961)
    Jul 30, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
    Montréal, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Friendly movie lovers gathering
  • Open Mic / New Talents with Rully Marten
    Open Mic / New Talents with Rully Marten
    Jul 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – Jul 31, 2026, 11:00 p.m.
    Montréal, 1832 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Experience an unforgettable evening at the Montreal Art Center Café with an intimate Open Mic night featuring Rully Marten!
  • LE HAVRE DE LA BRUNANTE par Johanne Benier
    LE HAVRE DE LA BRUNANTE par Johanne Benier
    Jul 31, 2026, 11:00 a.m. – Aug 13, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
    1844 Rue William, 1844 Rue William, Montréal, QC H3J 1R5, Canada
    Dans le somptueux théâtre de la nature, le vent, la lumière, les fleurs, la pluie et les arbres deviennent un langage de paix. À travers des techniques mixtes à l’huile et des couleurs vibrantes, Johanne Benier célèbre la beauté brute, la simplicité et l’unité de la nature.
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