Eptek Art & Culture Centre
Eptek Art & Culture Centre is an exhibition facility that offers frequently-changing exhibits, a variety of programming, and a gift shop featuring a wide selection of Island-made fine art and craft, and books on Island themes. Exhibits and programming highlight visual art, craft, history, culture, and science.
Open year-round, Eptek offers weekday art and craft demonstrations in the summer months. In the winter months, Eptek Centre becomes a community hub with many events: exhibit openings, a weekly film series, monthly book club meetings, lectures, book launches, demonstrations, and other special events.
The gift shop has a wide selection of Island-made fine art, crafts, and local books.
Plan a visit a to the Eptek Art & Culture Centre to sample the rich Island culture. All are welcome.
2026 Hours of Operation
Hours are subject to change. Also, closed on Sundays during holiday weekends and in between exhibitions for installation.
Please note:
- Eptek will be closed on April 10 for a private function.
October to June
Tuesday to Friday 10:00-4:00
Sunday 12:00-4:00
Closed: Monday and Saturday
Exhibits
"A Walk in the Wood" by Steve Leard; On Display March 3 - April 9 (Main Gallery).
Local artist Steve Leard will present a collection of his woodworking pieces, sketches, and hooked rugs in his exhibition, “A Walk in the Wood.” A veteran who returned to PEI in 1992, Leard transitioned from a career in the military to a three-decade exploration of form, function, and design. This exhibit will showcase Leard's intricately carved heirloom boxes, miniature houses, walking canes, wind catchers, black and white sketches, and rugs. Leard's imagery features mythical and surrealist creatures, inspired by Biomechanical artists like H.R. Giger. “A Walk in the Wood,” displayed in Eptek's main gallery from March 3rd until April 9th, continues his tradition of merging imaginative storytelling with traditional craftsmanship.
Craft Demonstration:
Steve Leard will be onsite at Eptek Art & Culture Centre to offer a demonstration of his wood carving art process on April 8th at 1 pm. This is an opportunity to meet the artist, see some of his process, and you might even get to try your own hand at carving. While there you can also check out his exhibit featuring many carved pieces using his own designs, and see his sketches that have inspired them.
Main Gallery Exhibition (April 19 - May 31):
Cozy up for the PEI Modern Quilt Guild’s newest exhibition, “Beyond the Block: Celebrating 10 Years of the PEI Modern Quilt Guild.” “Beyond the Block” will be on display in Eptek Centre’s main gallery from April 19th to May 31st. The PEI Modern Quilt Guild (PEIMQG) was formed in 2015 by a small group of Modern Quilting enthusiasts with an aim to create and celebrate Modern quilts and quilting on the Island. Now with over 40 members, the PEIMQG gathers monthly to motivate, inspire, and educate each other as they work on individual and collaborative projects.
In this celebration of the Guild's first decade, you will see examples of many Modern Quilting techniques, including bold colours, maximalism (and minimalism), improvisation, asymmetry, and more! A collection of works not to be missed, inspiring and captivating for quilters and non-quilters alike.
Meet the Artists (April 19):
Members of the PEI Modern Quilt Guild will be onsite at Eptek Art & Culture Centre on Sunday, April 19th from 1 to 3 pm to celebrate their exhibition, “Beyond the Block: Celebrating 10 Years of the PEI Modern Quilt Guild.” This will be an opportunity to meet the quilters, view their works, and learn more about their processes. It will also coincide with the April Makers’ Session, so feel free to bring an art or craft project along, too, if you so choose. This Meet the Artisan event is free to attend, and everyone is welcome.
Lobby Exhibition (April 7 - April 26)
"Two Magical Journeys," a collection of artworks by Sheila Forsyth, will be on display in the Eptek LOBBY from April 7th until April 26th. In the exhibition, Sheila shares the original artwork from her two newest books. “A Whale of a Tale: A Magical Journey,” showcases her printmaking techniques to create the Illustrations, and it featured silk-dyed art for the cover image. For “By a Candle’s Warmth,” she’s used oil pastel on suede matboard, giving the pieces a softer, more whimsical effect. Sheila is a writer, an artist, a novelist, a playwright, children’s’ curriculum creator, musician, and a scientist. She brings her love of nature, science and story into her work. In addition to the prints and other art pieces used in the books, a selection of pieces that show her printmaking and art processes will also be on display, as well as a felted piece by Vivian Aho that was inspired by the story in one of the books.
Reading of new children’s books [family-friendly] (April 26):
Bring the children to Eptek Art & Culture Centre for a book reading on Sunday, April 26th at 1 pm. Sheila Forsyth will be onsite to offer a reading of her two newly released children’s books, “A Whale of a Tale: A Magical Journey,” and “By a Candle’s Warmth.” Sheila will be available to share insight into her art process, as well. Sheila has written and illustrated both books, and the original artwork will be on display during the event, and in Eptek’s lobby from April 7th to 26th. The books will be available for purchase, and book signing is available. This event is free to attend, and everyone is welcome.
LET’S GET CREATIVE KIDS ART CLUB
Eptek Centre is pleased to partner again with Ryan McAdam-Young and Let's Get Creative to present an art program for kids on Sunday afternoons. During this 8-week art club, children will get messy and creative while experimenting with many types of art. Sessions will focus on painting, clay, collage, paper crafts, puppet making, drawing, and more. The program is designed to be fun while fostering creativity and is offered by art educator, Ryan McAdam-Young, who has over 15 years of experience teaching popular art classes to children on Prince Edward Island. Check out some of the projects Ryan has done with her students on her Let's Get Creative Facebook page.
Let's Get Creative Art Club @ Eptek – SPRING 2026
Sunday afternoons from April 26th to June 14th (8 weeks)
Group 1 - 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Group 2 - 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Ages 5 - 14 (both groups: choose a time that works best for your family).
$155.00 per participant (all supplies included). Pre-registration is required, as attendance is limited. To register, please call the Eptek Centre at (902) 888-8373.
GALLERY ACTIVITIES
Come test your skills (and eyesight) with Eptek’s Scavenger Hunts! Fun for visitors of all ages. Do you think you have what it takes to find all 20 images?
MAKERS SESSION
Join us for another drop-in Makers’ Session in the Eptek gallery on Sunday, April 19th from 1pm to 3pm. Gather up your latest project (or that one you’ve been meaning to sit down and finish) and join us for an afternoon of making! These sessions are a great chance to catch up with some friends, meet new ones, and see what other makers are creating! This event is free to attend, and everyone is welcome (BYO project).
About The Friends of Eptek Centre
The Friends Of Eptek Centre is a not-for-profit, volunteer-based, auxiliary group that supports the overall programming at Eptek Art & Culture Centre. The Friends have hosted many events and programs over the years. One of The Friends' longest-running initiatives is their Thursday lunchtime film series, which is offered to the visiting public most of the year, typically running from October through April. The Friends also support a student bursary in the arts at Mount Allison University, and often a bursary at Three Oaks High School, as well.
The Friends are always on the lookout for keen folks open to helping out, or to becoming involved in other ways, like becoming a member. Membership fees start at $10 for an individual. Members of The Friends enjoy free entry to the site, a 10% discount in the gift shop (which features only Island-made Art and craft, as well as books on Island themes), a regular newsletter keeping folks up-to-date on all of the happenings, and the warm feeling that comes from supporting the arts, and from belonging to a group of folks who understand the importance of providing access to the arts.
For more information, or to become a member contact us at:
Phone: (902) 888-8373
Email: eptek@gov.pe.ca
Or drop in to the site on the Summerside harbour at:
Eptek Art & Culture Centre
130 Heather Moyse Drive
Summerside, PE C1N 5Y8
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does the visit take?
- At your own pace. Approximately 30-90 minutes
- Is this site family-friendly?
- Yes
- Is this site wheelchair accessible?
- Yes
- Is the space scent-free?
- Yes
- Is the space rainbow-friendly?
- Yes, everyone is welcome!
- Do the exhibits change frequently?
- There is a new exhibit every six weeks!
- What can I buy in your gift shop?
- We only carry Island made art and fine craft
- What else can I do there?
- We are open year-round and host weekly films, a monthly bookclub, artist-led workshops, and lectures. We also rent the venue for events.
Other Events and Exhibits
View our Events and Exhibits page
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