Welcome to Art at 395 Mulock Drive
Now Displaying in the 395 Executive Gallery:
NGA "Harmony in the Stillness" Exhibition
January 20 to April 11, 2025
Gallery Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
"So the darkness shall be the light, and the stillness the dancing", T.S. Elliot
As we often do, when we begin a new year, many of us make resolutions and promises; promises often thrown away within months, leaving behind the realities of time, the measure of will, and lifestyles that often have no pause. We invite you to explore the "Harmony in the Stillness". Moments of contemplation to give yourself grace, give yourself permission to "steal" time, to enjoy peacefulness of mind, and possibly, doing nothing.
This special juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Newmarket Group of Artists (NGA) responds to the theme of Harmony in the Stillness. On view are artworks in a range of media that reflect a variety of creative interpretations and poetic associations to this feeling and its many cultural and artistic expressions.
The NGA is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion, recognition, and celebration of the visual arts in Newmarket. Their main objective is to provide an umbrella organization for visual artists in Newmarket, giving them a voice within the community and fostering a sense of community within the group.
Artwork is available for purchase. All inquiries about the purchase of the artwork can be directed to Sarah Ernst, Supervisor, Culture Services, sernst@newmarket.ca.
Previous Executive Gallery Exhibits
Fall 2024 - NGA "Spirit of Abundance"
October 21, 2024 to January 10, 2025
"Abundance: an overflowing, giving plenty or receiving much. Abundance can bring much joy, as well as some sadness, even conflict. It's not just the filling of baskets, but also the filling of hearts and souls."
This special juried exhibition of artwork by members of the
Newmarket Group of Artists responds to the theme "Spirit of Abundance". On view are artworks in a range of media that reflect a variety of creative interpretations and expressions that capture abundance and it's many associations.
Summer 2024 - NGA "Warmth"
July 22 to October 11, 2024
"Warmth...it's that crackling sound and the dance of flames of a summer bonfire, the colours of a golden sunset, the vistas of tropical places, and the last blaze of colours on an autumn drive"
This special juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Newmarket Group of Artists (NGA) responds to the theme of Warmth. NGA artists were invited to submit works that explore the feeling of warmth through imagery or colour. On view are artworks in a range of media that reflect a variety of creative interpretations and poetic associations upon this cozy sensation and its many cultural and artistic associations.
Spring 2024 - NGA "Green"
April 20 to July 12, 2024
This special juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Newmarket Group of Artists (NGA) responded to the theme of Green. NGA artists were invited to submit works that herald the season of sping and celebrate the beauty and complexities of the colour green. On view were artworks in a range of media that reflect a variety of creative interpretations and poetic meditions upon this vivid colour and its many cultural and artistic associations.
Winter 2024 - NGA "Turning Inward, Looking Outward" 
January 22 to April 12, 2024
This special juried exhibition of artwork by members of the
Newmarket Group of Artists (NGA) responded to the theme of
Turning Inward, Looking Outward. On view were artworks in a range of media that reflected a journey of discovery, reflection and introspection. Viewers were invited to consider their relationships with others and with the world at large.
Fall 2023 - NGA "Letting Go" Exhibition
October 30, 2023 to January 12, 2024
This special juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Newmarket Group of Artists (NGA) responded to the theme of Letting Go. On view were artworks that explored the changes and opportunities that life presented. With every opportunity comes a decision, and sometimes that means a dream, or another path must be turned away from. In a painting, for example, each new brushstroke buries whatever lay beneath it, changing the work forever.
"When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be." (Lao Tzu)
Summer 2023 - NGA "Summer Love" Exhibition 
July 24 to October 20, 2023
This special juried exhibition of artwork by members of the Newmarket Group of Artists (NGA) responds to the theme of Summer Love. The artists had responded to the exhibition's theme through a variety of interpretations and media. On view were artworks that explored the meaning of love and the lightness and playfulness that is often associated with summer.
"A life without love is like a year without summer." (Jenna Evans Welch)
Did you know you can view art on display at the Town of Newmarket Municipal Offices?
There are 3 gallery spaces within the Town Offices for you to discover:
395 Permanent Collection
Every year since 1999, the Town of Newmarket has been building its permanent art collection that celebrates our rich local history and heritage through purchasing one artwork from the annual Newmarket Heritage Juried Art Contest. Artists from across Ontario are invited to submit works that reflect on Newmarket, including but not limited to the Municipality's culture, society, economy, history, significant events, architecture or natural environment from the past or at present.
Our permanent art collection serves to capture some of the moments, monuments, and reflections of what makes Newmarket an extraordinary place to work, play and live.
395 Community Gallery
There are two juried shows presented in this gallery each year:
- The Newmarket High Schools Art Contest
- The Heritage Art Contest
For more details on how to apply to our 395 Community Gallery visit
newmarket.ca/artsandculture
