Celebrate winter at Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives

January 28, 2015 · 0 Comments

Explore, connect and create with Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)’s new and exciting hands-on workshops, exhibitions and fun family programming happening this winter.
Upcoming Winter Workshops
Local artists and writers will be on hand to lead a number of registered programs to inspire creativity and imagination. Classes start at $35 for non-members and $29.75 for members. Visit pama.peelregion.ca to register.
The Writer’s Workshop with Ricky Lima will be Jan. 25 and Feb. 1 from 1:30 to 4 p.m.
The Exploring PAMA’s Collection Adult Art Workshop will be Mondays from Jan. 26 to March 2 from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
Experimental Drawing with Linda Martinello will be Feb. 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
New Art Gallery Exhibition
Exchange: PAMA Artists Select opens in the Art Gallery Feb. 1. The Opening Reception will be from 2 to 4 p.m.
Invited artists have explored PAMA’s art collection, selecting a painting, drawing, print or sculpture for display in the exhibition. Sharing the reason behind their choices, each mini-installation will also include one of the artist’s own works. Stop by and meet well-known local artists Ted Fullerton, Jim Reid, Peggy Taylor Reid, Michael Adamson, Harold Klunder and Linda Martinello.
Free Family Day at PAMA
Depart on a Family Day adventure Feb. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Pick up your PAMA passport adventure kit and begin your journey while exploring, creating and connecting with PAMA. Take part in museum activities, art workshops and exhibitions.
Weekly Warmers
Knit@PAMA runs Thursday’s from 6 to 8 p.m. Join the free knitting group and give the gift of warmth to Peel residents in need. All donations go to Regeneration Outreach Community. Beginners are welcome.
Drop-in family activities take place Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. Each week, families can make and take home different creative projects inspired by PAMA’s exhibitions.
Guided tours are offered Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. and every hour on weekends. Discover art, heritage, culture and community by taking part in a guided tour of the Museum, Art Gallery and Archives.
PAMA is across the street from Gage Park in Brampton. Create a special winter outing and drop into PAMA to warm up after a cold day of skating at the park.
PAMA is a place to explore and learn about Peel Region’s culture and heritage, as well as use conversation, questions and stories to help make new and fascinating connections to the surrounding community.
Operated by the Region of Peel, PAMA is at 9 Wellington St. E. in Brampton. Visit pama.peelregion.ca to learn more.