Arts Council of Ladysmith & District

Ladysmith Gallery & Cultural Hub.

What’s Happening

Stay updated on the latest open calls for art, upcoming member shows, and features from our online gallery collection. Discover current exhibitions at the Ladysmith Gallery, register for local art classes, and engage with Vancouver Island’s vibrant creative community.

  • Donate

    Help Us Build Ladysmith’s Creative Future

    The Arts Council of Ladysmith is moving forward with plans to return to the historic building formerly known as the Machine Shop, reimagined as the Arts & Heritage Hub. With leasehold improvements valued at approximately $400,000, your donations will be the foundation of what builds a community.

    Every dollar donated between November 15th, 2025 and December 30th, 2025 will be matched, up to a maximum of $5,000. 

    Donate To Capital Campaign
  • Current Exhibition

    Now in the Gallery – Something Unexpected

    The Ladysmith Gallery is currently showcasing the diverse talents of our community. Visit today to experience our December Monthly Member Show: Something Unexpected and support local artists. This show is on from Dec 3rd to 23rd, 10am to 4pm.

    View Current Exhibition
  • Holiday Event

    Holiday Events at Ladysmith Gallery

    Enjoy late-night shopping, art demos and pop-up’s, refreshments and giveaways at our upcoming holiday happenings at the Ladysmith Gallery. Free events for all ages. Join us at one or all of these events. Unit 7 – 32 High St. Downtown Ladysmith.

    View the lineup of events
  • Investigating Form, Texture, And Material Through Fibre and Sculpture.

    Upcoming Show – Fibre and Sculpture

    Show Dates: January 7 – February 1, 2026

    Call for Submissions is open in our Members Only area until December 15th, 2025.

    Intake: January 5, 2026 10 AM – 3 PM

    Outtake: February 2, 2026 10 AM – 12 PM

    Click to find out more – you must be logged in to access the Entry Form.
  • Education Opportunities

    Check out our line up of Spring Classes 2026 for adults and children! Classes are open to all members of the public. Sign up online.

    Click here for classes

Member Opportunities

Discover the benefits of joining the ACLD, access to studio space, exhibition opportunities, and priority event registration.
Become a member

Member Show Call for Art

Our monthly member exhibitions celebrate the incredible talent within our community.

Gallery Boutique Call for Submissions

Ladysmith Gallery invites you to submit your small works of art for jurying to our boutique. We welcome a diverse range of mediums, including sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, and more.

gallery Rental

The Arts Council of Ladysmith and District invite all interested parties looking for a rental space for art exhibitions to consider the Ladysmith Gallery in downtown Ladysmith.