Arts and Culture

We have a thriving creative scene that contributes to a vibrant and exciting community for both residents and visitors.

Stay up-to-date on our Arts & Culture scene by visiting the Arts & Culture Facebook page.

Visual Arts

The visual arts, created by our talented artists, ranging from painting to wood carving are often displayed in our local businesses, public spaces, galleries and special events throughout the Town.

Music

Music of all genres and styles is being composed, recorded and performed throughout the community by gifted musicians and songwriters of all ages and backgrounds.

Ellena's Café and The Old Church Theatre host the popular Starstop Concert Series. Audiences can gather and enjoy musical guests from all over the globe as well as our own gifted musicians as they perform in a welcoming setting.

Music by the River

The 2019 Music by the River concert series is complete. Please check back in the spring for the 2020 schedule.

Performance

Greater Napanee has multiple dance studios, as well as a booming community theatre group that are constantly amazing and entertaining audiences.

Lennox Community Theatre

Culture Map of Greater Napanee

Please view our Culture Map of Greater Napanee for facilities relating to the arts and culture sector.

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

The volunteer Advisory Committee's mandate is to promote arts and culture within the community and to help market the talents of our town regionally, provincially and beyond.

Check out this fun video to learn what the Municipal Arts & Culture Advisory Committee has been up to:

Municipal Arts and Culture Awards

This annual awards program recognizes outstanding contributions to arts and culture in our community including literary, musical, performance and visual arts.

For more information, please contact Lyndsay Tee at 613-354-3351 ext. 2017.

Categories

Arts Educator of the Year
Established Artist of the Year
Lifetime Achievement - Group
Lifetime Achievement - Individual
Outstanding Event
Patron of the Arts
Student Artist of the Year

'Pallet'able Art Program

The 'Pallet'able Art Program is a venture to introduce more art and beauty into our community. Local artists paint on wooden industrial pallets which are displayed around Napanee for everyone to enjoy! View the artwork completed to-date and see what is still available for sponsorship on our 'Pallet'able Art Program page.

Call To Artists

Would you like to submit your artwork for the 'Pallet'able Art Program? Here's what you need to do:

Print a project design Planning Sheet or pick one up at 12 Market Square, Napanee.
Create a prototype for your design on the planning sheet.
Submit your design to Lyndsay Tee at 12 Market Square or email her.
Contact Tim Nimigan at (613) 354-1250 or email him at tim.nimigan@sympatico.ca with any questions.

Sponsorships

Would you like to sponsor an artist's pallet? Here's what you need to know:

sponsors may select a design from the Pallet Patron's Portfolio (a collection of all submitted designs by local & regional artists approved by the Arts & Culture Advisory Committee);
the sponsorship covers: Honorarium for artist ($250); Custom made pallet, paint, installation, and sponsorship signage ($150) for a total of $400;
the sponsor's name and/or business logo will be clearly and professionally displayed on the pallet;
the sponsor can be involved in deciding the location of the pallet;
if you are interested in sponsoring a pallet, contact Lyndsay Tee at 12 Market Square, Napanee;
contact Tim Nimigan at (613) 354-1250 or email him at tim.nimigan@sympatico.ca with any questions.

Communities in Bloom

Greater Napanee is a huge supporter of keeping the environment clean and beautiful. Visit our Communities in Bloom page for information on the program within the Town of Greater Napanee.

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