Everybody Loves Plushies! Soft Sculpture with Amanda McCavour
In this workshop, children ages 6+ were able to design their own plushies with visiting artist, Amanda McCavour!
In the Studio: Techniques in Watercolour I with Susan Bulman
Earlier this month, the Douglas Family Art Centre hosted Techniques in Watercolour I with Susan Bulman in the Gail Konantz Studio.
The Summer Speaker Series Returns!
The Summer Speaker Series Returns! by Shelby Smith After a 3 year hiatus, the Summer Speaker Series is back! Join us at 7:00pm every Tuesday evening in July and August at the Douglas Family Art Centre to hear from experts in our community on a variety of topics in...
Shop the Muse: Indigo Dye Kits
We now have fabric dye kits available at the Douglas Family Art Centre from The Love of Colour.
Shop the Muse: Unsettling Canadian Art History
The Douglas Family Art Centre carries a wide selection of books for artists and the art interested, such as Unsettling Canadian Art History.
Shop the Muse: Hook, Line & Tinker Embroidery Kits
The gift shop at the Lake of the Woods Museum now carries embroidery kits from Hook, Line, & Tinker!
Shop the Muse: Mini Tipi Blankets & Shawls
The gift shop at the Lake of the Woods Museum now carries a selection of blankets and shawls by Mini Tipi.
National Indigenous Peoples Day 2023: 150th Anniversary of the Signing of Treaty #3
It is a particularly special National Indigenous Peoples Day here in Treaty #3 Territory because this year we are celebrating the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty #3 in 1873.
May 18th is International Museum Day!
May 18th is International Museum Day! It is a day to recognize that “Museums are an important means of cultural exchange, enrichment of cultures and development of mutual understanding, cooperation and peace among peoples.”
In the Studio: Mushroom in a Bowl with Kris Goold
Last night (April 20th) the Douglas Family Art Centre hosted local artist, Kris Goold, for another sgraffito workshop: Mushroom in a Bowl.
Shop the Muse: Camping Collection
Do you feel it getting warmer? Plan your outdoor adventures with these camping resources at the Lake of the Woods Museum.
In the Studio: Painting Workshop with Patrick Hunter
On March 25th, the Douglas Family Art Centre had the pleasure of welcoming Patrick Hunter to lead a painting workshop in the Studio.
Shop the Muse: Creative Colouring Books
We have so many wonderful colouring books for adults and children at the Douglas Family Art Centre. Choose from a variety of interests.
In the Studio: Spring Break at The Muse
Here are some of the fun and creative projects that were created in the Studio at the Douglas Family Art Centre during Spring Break!
Shop the Muse: Studiostone Creative Carving Kits
Back by popular demand, Studiostone Creative Soapstone Carving Kits are back in stock at the Douglas Family Art Centre.
*NEW* Spring Hours. In Effect April 4 – June 30, 2023
Beginning Tuesday, April 4th both of The Muse facilities will begin spring hours. OPEN Tues-Sat 10am-5pm & CLOSED Sun-Mon.
Notice of Special Hours for April 5, 2023
Please be advised that the Lake of the Woods Museum and the Douglas Family Art Centre will be open special hours on April 5, 2023
Shop the Muse Book Pick: Little Animal Finger Puppet Books
How sweet are these little animal finger puppet board books? Available at Lake of the Woods Museum for $10.00 +tax.
Women’s History Month: Honouring Becky Johnson & Judy Thorburn
March is Women’s History Month and we would like to recognize women who have made a significant contribution to The Muse over the years.
Women’s History Month: Honouring Rita Boutette!
March is Women’s History Month and we would like to recognize women who have made a significant contribution to The Muse over the years.
Women’s History Month: Honouring Geraldine Kakeeway!
March is Women’s History Month and we would like to recognize women who have made a significant contribution to The Muse over the years.
In the Studio: Portrait Painting à la Laurie Dufresne
On February 25th the Douglas Family Art Centre had the pleasure of hosting the incredibly talented Laurie Dufresne for a full-day portrait painting workshop.
Women’s History Month: Honouring Jan Lindstrom!
March is Women’s History Month and we would like to recognize women who have made a significant contribution to The Muse over the years.
Shop the Muse Book Picks: International Women’s Day
March 8th is International Women’s Day. Books on women in art, feminist art and art writing are available at the Douglas Family Art Centre.