Everyone is invited to come add their brushstroke to a new community mural on our beautiful Reading Garden!
A small mural is being created by renowned mural artist Scott A. Crew, recreating a painting by the Group of 7 member Lawren Harris. Come learn about mural painting and listen to stories about the Group of Seven’s Barrie connections.
The young and young at heart are also invited to participate in a colouring sheet activity based on the mural to take home.
Did you know that the idea to form The Group of Seven was first discussed right here in Barrie?
Iconic Canadian artist Lawren Harris had a summer home in Barrie, and he created many paintings in Barrie between 1918 and 1923. Many believe his work “A Street in Barrie” was sketched on the steps of The Carnegie Library (now the MacLaren Art Centre). Come view the “clues” and decide for yourself.
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AGE GROUP: | School-Aged Kids | Families | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Writers & Artists | Culture & Arts |
TAGS: | Painting | Culture Days | Art |
Our Downtown Branch is centrally located in the Downtown core at the corner of Worsley and Owen Streets. The building and facilities are fully accessible. Enjoy a beverage or a small snack from our Café located inside the lobby, use our complimentary wifi, experiment with technology and maker tools, or soak up the sun on our Rooftop Reading Garden.
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