Montreal Art Center and Museum

Great place, plenty of events. The place has personality and the events are genuinely unique. It was a truly authentic experience.

Had a great tour of the art center! A brilliant hidden gem. Completely unassuming from the outside and totally not what you'd expect on the inside!

Lovely museum, the artwork is stunning. I can't believe I've never been here before!

Did the life drawing session tonight and it was fantastic. It was my first time ever doing a life drawing class and definitely not the last! Ian was really kind and helpful with some tips beforehand and I’m really inspired to continue to learn more about drawing and art in general after this experience.

Since 2010, The Montreal Art Center and Museum has hosted visitors from around the world to its historic 19th Century patrimonial building in the Griffintown district of Montreal.

Came here to do a nude painting. Was hoping for a girl, but the guy was nonetheless very talented and held very interesting poses. Everyone was super nice as well. Looking to come back again soon

Amazing. À little-known jewel of architecture, history and dynamic creativity. I hesitate to build it up too much for fear of depriving anyone of the internse pleasure of discovery which I experienced. All I can say is, Go there.

This is an eclectic, labyrinthian, and fascinating place inside, and it brings all sorts of unique and creative people together. I have gone to life drawing sessions on and off for almost 6 years, and have attended vernissages and events. I have also been hired by the owner to occasionally photograph larger expositions or activities. Recently I started going to their 5à7 evenings in their cozy little bar; on Fridays there has been a live jazz trio, and often a visitor may play on the piano. They also have a little cafe and boutique on the ground level. There is even a hidden mini cinema on the top floor.

Because I live close by, it has become a second home; for keeping me making art part of my life, and connecting with a continually growing community. I hope their drawing sessions remain affordable so more people can discover the place, and because I have actually spent 6 of my last 14 evenings there! I sometimes finish the night with life drawing regulars or new friends at the convenient Lord William Pub directly underneath the Center.

I don’t have an art practice that would require a studio, but there are painters, sculptors, potters, jewellers, and even a musician who rents space upstairs. I can appreciate that even if one could work on their art at home, having a dedicated and separate work space plus the prospect of being inspired by and connected to peers of all skill levels and styles could benefit anyone needing some extrinsic motivation and who enjoys a bit of lovely chaos and serendipity.

The value (and likely scarcity) of spaces that support art and artists is higher than ever. This is an oddly-faceted and constantly shapeshifting, but brilliant and multicoloured gem that should not be taken for granted. I hope this quirky cultural institution remains a permanent asset to the city, a fixture in my neighbourhood, and even my life, because I am appreciating that there is no equivalent substitute that I can think of, and because the pandemic reminded me (hopefully others, too) of the importance of our “third spaces”; that which is not your actual home or workplace.

A la fois musée et ateliers d’artistes, on trouve ici un concentré d’activités qui vont du 5 à 7 le vendredi soir aux séances de modèles vivants le jeudi soir et le lundi soir, pour quelques dollars… les modèles sont très professionnels.
L’accueil est convivial, le staff tellement agréable, risque bien de vous donner envie de rester longtemps.
Joli musée et expo saisissante, en ce moment, sur une Ukraine meurtrie qui nous touche et nous invite à reconsidérer la valeur de toutes choses au travers de photos. Le plus stupéfiant, ce sont les portes de maisons ukrainiennes exposées ici, sur place. Le chaos prend forme, et laisse deviner la terreur… La réalité prend une nouvelle forme avec ces objets qui ressemblent aux nôtres. On est ému.

Very cool place, didn't get a chance to explore everything but the little room upstairs has a nice ambiance.

Bel endroit mais très peu de stationnement. Il serait bon de réserver une place de stationnement avant de vous y rendre. J'ai eu une place pour 15$ à 5 minutes mais ça été difficile à trouver.
L'exposition est superbe! J'ai été là pendant 4h 30 et j'aurais pu être encore 45 minutes pour tout écouter et lire. Bravo!
Beaucoup de souvenirs disponibles à vendre

Artist center, private space in shared setting, supportive community, historical building, in-house artist exhibitions and social events.

I loved the story behind this place. Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. Next time, I'd like to see some Maria Gallagher manistations.

Service client horrible.ambiance ennuyeuse. J'ai vu une souris là-haut au-dessus de leur café où ils servent de la nourriture.

Great space, so much to look at and the people are all so kind! Definitely will be coming back