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EVENTS
Join us for vibrant community events that bring together families, local residents, veterans, first responders, and visitors through the power of art and connection.
In partnership with Port Stanley businesses and organizations, Veterans’ Art Gallery Inc. hosts seasonal celebrations, waterfront gatherings, and creative pop-ups designed to inspire, unite, and honour those who serve. Whether you're picking up a paintbrush, enjoying live music, or simply spending time with neighbours — there's a place for you here.
FEATURE EVENT
COMING THIS SUMMER JULY 2025 - STAY TUNED!
The Afghanistan Exhibition:
Step Into the Stories of Canada's Longest War — Through the Voices of Those Who Lived It.
Afghanistan exhibit is a mobile and interactive exhibit that explores Canada's military involvement in Afghanistan from 2001-2014. It features stories from the people who served and is designed to be accessible and impactful. The exhibit includes multimedia touchscreen stations, over 450 bilingual stories, a modular layout, and a reflection wall.
Key Features:
Interactive and Immersive:
The exhibit aims to provide an engaging and moving experience for visitors.
Multimedia Stations:
Five multimedia touchscreen stations offer interactive elements and content.
Bilingual Stories:
Over 450 stories from Canadian veterans are presented in both English and French.
Modular Layout:
The exhibit's design is adaptable to different gallery spaces, ensuring accessibility.
Reflection and Remembrance:
A dedicated reflection wall and guestbook provide spaces for visitors to honor those who served.
Historical Context:
The exhibit chronicles Canada's longest war, covering the period from 2001 to 2014
Diverse Perspectives:
The stories shared in the exhibit represent a variety of experiences and perspectives from those who served.
Five multimedia touchscreen stations
450+ vivid bilingual stories told by the men and women who were there
Modular layout adapted to our gallery space for accessibility and impact
On-site reflection wall and guestbook to honour those who served
Plan Your Visit
To Be Announced
Veterans’ Art Gallery Inc.,
211 Main Street, Port Stanley
Open Daily 10am–6pm
Admission by donation – All welcome
Grant-Funded and Community-Supported
Thanks to grant support from Veterans Affairs Canada and in partnership with local businesses, this event is accessible to all, with admission by donation to support gallery programs for veterans and first responders.
Why Attend?
This is a rare opportunity to:
Experience Canada’s Afghanistan mission through real voices
Engage in dialogue about war, memory, and healing
Support veteran wellness through creative expression
ntroduce younger generations to the importance of remembrance
SUMMER EVENTS
Summer Hours: Starting June 20th, 2025 - 10a to 4pm
JULY 5th, 2025 event - BRUSHES BY THE BAY
Live Art on the Waterfront Port Stanley Boardwalk Celebrate the kickoff to summer all are welcome! Come join us as families, local veterans and first responders create live paintings inspired by the lakefront. Stroll along the boardwalk and watch creativity come alive in real time.
august 2025 - art in the sand family day
Family Beach Day & Pop-Up Art Fair Main Beach + Gallery Lawn
A summer finale full of sun, smiles, and interactive art fun for all ages! Families can join veteran artists to create sand sculptures, seashell mosaics, and more. Local vendors, live music, and gallery tours all day.
more details AND DATES TO FOLLOW
Kids’ sandcastle art contest (with prizes!)
Live beachside acoustic sets
Local food trucks + art-themed picnic packs
Our Trusted Partners
211 Main Street, Port Stanley Ontario
Spring Hours 12p - 4p
Summer Hours Starting June 20th 10a - 4p
Call 519.200.1616
Email: [email protected]
Site: www.veteransartgallery.org
Copyright - 2025 Veterans Art Gallery Inc . All rights reserved
events
WHere art communicates & Connects
Strengthened by Community
See what’s happening next and be part of something meaningful.
EVENTS
Join us for vibrant community events that bring together families, local residents, veterans, first responders, and visitors through the power of art and connection.
In partnership with Port Stanley businesses and organizations, Veterans’ Art Gallery Inc. hosts seasonal celebrations, waterfront gatherings, and creative pop-ups designed to inspire, unite, and honour those who serve. Whether you're picking up a paintbrush, enjoying live music, or simply spending time with neighbours — there's a place for you here.
FEATURE EVENT
LIMITED-TIME SPECIAL EXHIBITION
Step Into the Stories of Canada's Longest War — Through the Voices of Those Who Lived It.
Mission: Afghanistan – Stories from the Frontlines
A National Tribute to Service, Sacrifice, and Strength
Mission: Afghanistan - Event Overview
a powerful, immersive exhibit that chronicles Canada’s military involvement in Afghanistan from 2001–2014. More than 40,000 members of the Canadian Armed Forces served during this period — with 163 losing their lives and many others returning home with visible and invisible wounds.
This interactive and deeply moving mobile exhibit features:
Five multimedia touchscreen stations
450+ vivid bilingual stories told by the men and women who were there
Modular layout adapted to our gallery space for accessibility and impact
On-site reflection wall and guestbook to honour those who served
Plan Your Visit
July 6 – 28, 2025
Veterans’ Art Gallery Inc.,
211 Main Street, Port Stanley
Open Daily 10am–6pm
Admission by donation – All welcome
Grant-Funded and Community-Supported
Thanks to grant support from Veterans Affairs Canada and in partnership with local businesses, this event is accessible to all, with admission by donation to support gallery programs for veterans and first responders.
Why Attend?
This is a rare opportunity to:
Experience Canada’s Afghanistan mission through real voices
Engage in dialogue about war, memory, and healing
Support veteran wellness through creative expression
ntroduce younger generations to the importance of remembrance
Event Countdown
SUMMER EVENTS
OUR MISSION
At Veterans’ Art Gallery Inc., our mission is to promote recovery through the arts — helping military and emergency service personnel find healing, identity, and expression through creativity.
JUne 2025 event - BRUSHES BY THE BAY
Live Art on the Waterfront Port Stanley Boardwalk Celebrate the kickoff to summer as local veterans and first responders create live paintings inspired by the lakefront. Stroll along the boardwalk and watch creativity come alive in real time. Visitors can join in with pop-up easels for kids and an all-ages community canvas.
more details AND DATES TO FOLLOW
Interactive painting station for families
Ice cream + art bundle (available through local vendors)
Live auction for charity at the end of the day
JULY 2025 - heros & horizons
"Heroes & Horizons” – Sunset Art Show + Lantern Tribute
A soulful evening celebrating resilience through art. View veteran- and first responder-created works in a twilight gallery open house, followed by a sunset lantern launch on the beach in honour of those who serve.
more details AND DATES TO FOLLOW
Create your own gratitude lantern (provided on-site)
Acoustic music and refreshments,
Lantern launch at sunset — a stunning community moment
august 2025 - art in the sand family day
Family Beach Day & Pop-Up Art Fair Main Beach + Gallery Lawn
A summer finale full of sun, smiles, and interactive art fun for all ages! Families can join veteran artists to create sand sculptures, seashell mosaics, and more. Local vendors, live music, and gallery tours all day.
more details AND DATES TO FOLLOW
Kids’ sandcastle art contest (with prizes!)
Live beachside acoustic sets
Local food trucks + art-themed picnic packs