Artist and sculptor Fred Harrison, best known for his stunning murals in the Sussex area, has been selected for the second biannual Port Saint John Artist Residency! In 2020, Port Saint John and the Saint John Arts Centre announced a landmark sponsorship of a signature gallery space at the Saint John Arts Centre, and partnership for a biennial artist residency, …
Major Theft at SJAC
On the afternoon of Tuesday, October 19, at approximately 2pm, a theft occurred at the Saint John Arts Centre of a carved mask by Indigenous artist Ned Bear. The mask was the centrepiece of a permanent display acknowledging the unceded lands of the First Nations in this part of New Brunswick. SJAC is asking the public for assistance in locating …
We’re Hiring! Education Coordinator
SJAC is seeking an Education Coordinator! Hours: Four days / 30 hours a week, Tuesday-Friday, 9am-5pm • Salary: $24,960 annually Position Summary: This position requires leadership, working as part of a team, problem solving and organizational skills. You would be responsible for the coordination of all workshops, educational, and outreach programs at the Saint John Arts Centre. Other duties would include: …
Ned Bear Mask: Permanent Display
In the spirt of acknowledgement of and reconciliation with the First Nations people of the land where we present our programming and exhibitions, the Saint John Arts Centre has dedicated a new permanent public installation featuring a stunning mask by renowned artist Ned Bear. The mask is considered a fine early example of Mr. Bear’s work; it is presented with …
Port Saint John Residency Announcement!
N.B. Artist Sarah Sackville selected for first ever Port Saint John Residency at Saint John Arts Centre Sussex-based painter Sarah Sackville, a self-described lover of cultural landscapes, has been selected for the first ever Port Saint John artist residency. Earlier this year, Port Saint John and SJAC announced a landmark sponsorship of a signature gallery space here at the Saint …
Introducing: Port Saint John Gallery!
SJAC and Port Saint John are delighted to announce a landmark sponsorship of a signature gallery space here at the Saint John Arts Centre! Our largest main floor gallery space, named the Frazee Gallery in the era of the Carnegie building’s rich history as the Aitken Bicentennial Exhibition Centre, has been re-christened as the Port Saint John Gallery for a …