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The London Arts Council coordinates the creation of temporary, permanent, performance-based, and mixed media public artworks across the Forest City.

Jan 165 min read
The Gallery: Meet Chris Allaway, the Artist behind the Threads of the Earth exhibition
The Gallery In response to demand from local artists for exhibition space and to promote and celebrate our talented local artists, the...

Oct 15, 20248 min read
The Gallery: Meet Paul Lambert, the Artist behind The Silence Between the Notes exhibition
The Gallery In response to demand from local artists for exhibition space and to promote and celebrate our talented local artists, the...

Sep 12, 20244 min read
EXTRAVABANDZA, September 21st, 12-9 p.m.
Presented by the London Arts Council and LBMX Place , Extravabandza is an exciting showcase of London's thriving music scene,...

Sep 6, 20242 min read
Growing Together Through the Arts
THE RESEARCH According to current census data, 18.5 % of London Ontario’s population is aged 65 and older. As indicated by a 2017...


Aug 29, 20242 min read
Meet the Team: Philip Gurrey, Administrator, Programs and Learning
Meet Philip Gurrey Philip Gurrey is a graduate of the Glasgow School of Art (BA(Hons) M.Litt.) and holds a Ph.D. in Art and Visual...


Aug 20, 20242 min read
Staff Resignation Announcement: Thank you for your years of dedicated service, Jeremy! We'll miss you!
💙Jeremy Jeresky, LAC's Curator, Public Programs and Learning, will be leaving us to pursue a career as an Arborist in Lindsay, Ontario...

Jul 30, 20242 min read
- CLOSED - Job Posting: Administrator, Programs and Learning
Position and Submission Process Administrator, Programs and Learning Hours: full time (35 hours/week) Term: permanent Compensation:...


Jun 27, 20243 min read
London's First Artistically Interpreted Wampum Belt created by Indigenous Artist Nancy Deleary
London's first artistically interpreted Wampum Belt, Way of Life – Bimaadziwin (pronunciation) – Tsi' niyóht tsi tyúnhe'...

May 29, 20247 min read
The Gallery: Meet Johnnene Maddison, the Artist behind the Just A Thought Exhibition
The Gallery In response to demand from local artists for exhibition space and to promote and celebrate our talented local artists, the...

May 1, 20241 min read
National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples
#NoMoreStolenSisters #MMIWG2S In an on-going effort to uplift and amplify Indigenous causes, the London Arts Council (LAC), in...

Apr 16, 20242 min read
- CLOSED - Call to Artist-Educators: Creative Aging and Belonging Program
The London Arts Council (LAC) invites artist-educators residing in London, Ontario, surrounding First Nations (the Chippewas of the...

Jan 8, 20241 min read
Congratulations Audrey Cooper - 2024 Mayor's New Year's Honour List Arts Award Recipient!
(photo of Audrey Cooper from The London Free Press, January 2014) Each year, the London Arts Council invites nominations for the Mayor’s...

Dec 12, 20232 min read
- CLOSED - Call to Artist-Educators (Visual Art): Belong - Inclusive Arts Experiences for Children & Youth
The London Arts Council (LAC) invites visual artists and creators residing in London, Ontario, surrounding First Nations (the Chippewas...

Dec 7, 20232 min read
- CLOSED - Call to Visual Artists: Traffic Signal Wrap Project
Call Summary The London Arts Council invites artists and creators living in London and surrounding First Nations - the Chippewas of the...

Nov 24, 20236 min read
The Gallery: Meet Byungjin Choi, the Artist behind the Maehwa (매화), Plum Blossom Exhibition
The Gallery In response to demand from local artists for exhibition space and to promote and celebrate our talented local artists, the...

Oct 19, 20236 min read
The Gallery: Meet Tricia Edgar, the Artist behind theTree Energy Exhibition
The Gallery In response to demand from local artists for exhibition space and to promote and celebrate our talented local artists, the...

Oct 16, 20233 min read
- CLOSED - Public Art Mentorship Opportunity: Lorne Avenue Park Mosaic Wall Community Public Art
Call to Ceramic Artist for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) CALL SUMMARY The London Arts Council (LAC) invites emerging or early-career...


Sep 29, 20232 min read
City of London unveils Owl Family and Bear Family Indigenous tree sculptures
The City of London and London Arts Council are excited to unveil Owl Family and Bear Family, two new Indigenous tree sculptures located...

Sep 12, 20232 min read
- CLOSED - Call to Indigenous Artists for Expression of Interest (EOI): City of London Mural Project
To celebrate, honour, and share Indigenous culture and history, the London Arts Council (LAC) and The City of London invite Indigenous...


Aug 10, 20231 min read
Board Retirement Announcement - Thank you Michelle Giroux!
Michelle Giroux has made the tough decision to retire from the LAC Board after serving for over 3 years. Thank you for your support,...

Jun 21, 20232 min read
Indigenous Peoples Day 2023
Creation Story by Mike Cywink As Canada has designated the month of June as Indigenous History Month and June 21st as Indigenous Peoples...

May 1, 20232 min read
- CLOSED - Call to Artists: LBMX Place Musicians Mentorship Program
LBMX Place Musicians Mentorship Program provides local musicians with an opportunity to develop, perform, and learn so their unique voice...


Apr 11, 20232 min read
Meet the Team: Janet Antone, Administrator, Indigenous London Arts
Janet is a graduate of Fanshawe College’s Music Industry Arts Program and the owner of Ms. Antone's Beadwork. She brings years of...


Jan 17, 20233 min read
- CLOSED - Job Posting: Cultivating Allyship Specialist
Position and Submission Process Cultivating Allyship Specialist Hours: Part time - Full time – 25-35 hours/week Compensation:...
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