Arts and Culture
The Municipality of Port Hope offers a variety of public art pieces as well as art and cultural programs and events. These programs and events contribute to the unique character of the community. Our commitment to arts, heritage, and culture is part of our long-term vitality and growth plan.
We offer a variety of arts and culture programs throughout the year.
Check back for details on 2024 Culture Days!
Discover the locations and stories surrounding the public art in Port Hope
A comprehensive mid-point review and community consultation – Collaborating on Culture - has been completed to confirm the ongoing relevance of the Cultural Plan.
Art and Culture Programs |
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We offer a variety of arts and culture programs throughout the year. Please check this page on a regular basis to see what is new or up and coming. Fees for these programs varying depending on the length of the program and the supplies required. All fees listed below include HST. This session runs from February 12, 2024 to April 28, 2024, for 10 weeks. Some classes are 6 weeks. Acrylic PaintingParticipants will be introduced to basic acrylic painting skills through a series of projects relating to art concepts and techniques. This is a class for beginners and those who want to come together to paint, refresh skills and/or learn new techniques. Participants will be required to purchase their own supplies. Ages: 18 years+
Drawing- BeginnersWe will cover all the basics, from how to draw lines to shading and everything in between. All materials will be supplied for this course but you are free to bring your own materials if you would like. Ages: 18 years+
Dot ArtDot Art is a stress-free style of painting that employs a technique called pointillism. It involves carefully placing different size dots to form either a mandala or something whimsical and playful. Participants will be using vibrant colours, and various dotting tools on a wood disc or canvas. Ages: 55 years+
Fundamentals of Digital PhotographyIn this 5 week course you will explore the basics of digital photography. The course will focus on some technical and practical aspects of photography. Each week you will engage in a different area of photography and implement new skills. A digital camera of any kind is acceptable, including a smart phone. Everyone is welcome from beginner to advance. Come out and learn something new or just have fun with your camera.
Painting - BeginnersThis class is cancelled for the Winter 2 session From colour mixing to which brush is for what, you will learn how to get the paint on the page and explore watercolours, line and wash, watercolour pencils and acrylic paints as well as different types of tools and processes. There will be demonstrations and examples of a wide range of artworks. This course is designed to get the beginner started or as a refresher course for those who previously painted and want to get back into it. All materials will be supplied for this course but you are free to bring your own materials if you would like. Ages: 18 years+
Watercolour Painting - Beyond BeginnerThis class is cancelled for the Winter 2 session This course will cover all the foundations of watercolour painting. We will explore colour, composition, form and light and shadow. This is a course for those with a basic knowledge of watercolour painting or anyone that has been away from painting for a while and wants to get back into it. You are welcome to work in any medium you choose. You will be encouraged to take risks and try new things. You will be required to have basic materials: watercolour, gouache and/or acrylic paints, paper and brushes. Ages: 18 years+
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Public Art Spaces |
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Public art adds an enormous value to the cultural, aesthetic, and economic vitality of any community. It contributes to our identity, fosters a sense of community pride and belonging, and enhances the quality of life for residents and visitors. The Municipality of Port Hope implemented a Permanent Public Art Policy in 2013 to guide the placement of permanent public art in areas that are freely accessible to the public and provided the greatest opportunity for interaction, and that the creative concepts are primarily - but not limited to - local artists.
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HIGH FIVE® accredited
We are an accredited HIGH FIVE® organization, maintaining the highest standard in Canada
What is HIGH FIVE? |
HIGH FIVE® is Canada's quality standard for children's programs and is an innovative approach to help us enhance program quality and provide positive experiences for children. HIGH FIVE® supports us with Training and Development, Program Assessments, Policies and Procedures and Awareness. HIGH FIVE® is a standard committed to assisting children along the path of healthy child development by:
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Youth Friendly Community
We are recognized as a Youth Friendly community.
What makes a Youth Friendly Community? |
The Youth Friendly Communities recognition award is a program of Play Works, an Ontario partnership for youth. The program outlines criteria for communities to support engaged youth and highlights the investments the community makes to youth play. Promising practices for youth engagement are highlighted and celebrated. The award recognition is a community collaboration and involves youth to complete the submission. The Municipality has been recognized as a Platinum Youth Friendly Community since 2008. |
Age-Friendly Community
We are recognized as an Age Friendly community.
What makes a community Age-Friendly? |
An age-friendly community (AFC) is a community where policies, services and physical spaces are designed to enable people of all ages to live in secure and accessible physical and social environments. AFCs contribute to good health and allow people to participate fully in society throughout their lifetime. The World Health Organization’s (WHO) Age-Friendly Cities project developed eight domains of AFCs. These domains outline the physical and social aspects of communities that contribute to independent and active aging. The Municipality of Port Hope is recognized as an Age-Friendly Community through the World Health Organization, and was Awarded the Ontario Age-Friendly Recognition Award in 2018 through the Ministry of Seniors Affairs. |