Public Art
Seeds to Sow: Barrie’s First Large-Scale Exhibition of Temporary Site-Specific Public Art
Blog Post | May 12, 2025
Six months ago, the City of Barrie closed its first large-scale exhibition of temporary site-specific public art. Seeds to Sow was organized by the city and was on display September 28 to November 8, 2024. The exhibition featured 6 artists and displayed 6 unique art installations as well as a satellite exhibition at the MacLaren Art Centre. Thanks to support from Invest Barrie, the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF) and seventeen local sponsors, this exhibition and its programs were free to the public and marketed to audiences within Barrie and beyond, targeting the Barrie-Toronto corridor and the GTA.
Celebrating International Sculpture Day
Blog Post | April 25, 2025
This year, April 26th is International Sculpture Day (ISDay). This day of celebration is a global event spearheaded by the International Sculpture Center. The goal of ISDay is to help people learn more about sculpture, and to acknowledge the important contributions of this artform to our culture and society. Barrie is proud to be home to a number of stunning and engaging public art sculptures – and our next big art installation is coming soon!
Culture Pop! Special Edition
Newsletter | April 23, 2025
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Newsletter | April 4, 2025
Checking in with our 2024 Barrie Arts Awards Winners
Blog Post | February 28, 2025
Every year, the Barrie Arts Awards celebrates the individuals and organizations that contribute to the arts and culture community. The 2024 Barrie Arts Awards gala took place on Tuesday, November 12, and featured unique performances in addition to the presentation of artist-designed award statuettes to six stand-out individuals. Let’s learn about how it feels to win a Barrie Arts Award and what’s next for our winners!
Culture Pop! Special Edition
Newsletter | February 28, 2025
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Newsletter | February 7, 2025
Last Chance to See The 2023 Award-Winning Brightening Barriers Public Art Exhibition
Blog Post | September 15, 2023
Have you seen the Brightening Barriers exhibition across downtown Barrie? Artworks come down on September 29. Brightening Barriers is a public art installation that takes place on patio fencing. It pairs local businesses with local and regional artists, to enhance the cityscape.
Unique Investments in Arts and Culture
Blog Post | June 16, 2023
This year, the City of Barrie invested $225,900 in local arts and culture organizations through the Arts and Culture Investment Program. This program supports the growth of the arts sector and helps create enriching experiences for residents and visitors. Meet three funding recipients with unique projects that the City is proud to support.
The Barrie Public Art Committee Makes the City’s Artistic Community Stronger
Blog Post | November 16, 2022
The first annual Community Builders Awards, presented by Barrie Today, were handed out on November 3 at the Sandbox Centre in Barrie. Invest Barrie would like to congratulate the Barrie Public Art Committee (BPAC) who won in the Arts category as an individual or group that has helped make Barrie’s artistic community stronger.