The City of Kingston has announced the opening of Part 2 of the Kingston Artists’ Showcase, a community-focused exhibition at the Market Wing Cultural Space inside Kingston City Hall. Opening May 21, 2025, and running through November 2025, this second installment features works by over 30 new local artists, including renowned artist Joanne Gervais and quilled artist Loreen Hynes. The showcase spans prints, paintings, textiles, and stained glass, selected through an open call, and follows Part 1 (October 2024–April 2025) which featured 31 artists. A free opening reception will be held May 28, 2025.
The Kingston Artists’ Showcase matters because it provides a civic platform for emerging, mid-career, and established visual artists, reflecting the city’s commitment to integrating arts into public spaces. The Market Wing Cultural Space, renovated in 2021 from former administrative offices, was created in response to the city’s ‘Your Stories, Our Histories’ project, highlighting Kingston’s diverse histories and cultural identity. This exhibition model strengthens local arts visibility and community engagement, offering free access to contemporary art in a municipal setting.