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
July and August
- Open Tuesday to Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Open Sundays 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Mondays - Closed
September to December 2026
- Tuesday to Friday Open - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Sundays Open - 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Mondays - Closed
Holidays and other closures
- September 30 - Closed in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
- October 4 and 11 - Closed
- November 11 - Closed in recognition of Remembrance Day
- December 24 - Closing at 12:00 p.m.
- December 25 to January 4 - Closed
Hours are subject to change. Also, closed on Sundays during holiday weekends and in between exhibitions for installation.
Admissions
June 1 - September 30 Rates
- Regular Admission: $6.00
- Children 4 and under: Free
October 1 - May 30 Rates
- Regular Admission: Pay-what-you-can
- Children 4 and under: Free
Exhibits
“Women’s Work: Doing what needs to be done” - Main Gallery Exhibition (July 2 - September 27)
We are excited to bring you our next Foundation exhibition this summer! “Women’s Work: Doing What Needs to be Done” is an interactive exhibition developed by Samantha Kelly, Curator of History for the PEI Museum & Heritage Foundation, and on display at the Eptek Art & Culture Centre from July 2 – September 27th. The exhibition will utilize many items from our historic object collection.
This engaging exhibition invites visitors of all ages on a journey to discover how women living on this land have been contributing their labour and skills since the earliest days of human settlement.
But how do we even define women’s work, which can represent a broad range of essential contributions made over millennia? What activities do these words reflect?
The answer is that women’s work is everywhere. It is in the fields and on the docks and in the farmyards and shipyards. It is in the shops and businesses, and inside every home. Women’s labour can be both unpaid and paid; visible and invisible; skilled and unskilled; dismissed and celebrated.
Contemplate these contributions while exploring the “Women’s Work” exhibition on display from July 2 – September 27th
There will be a formal Launch Event on Sunday, July 12 at Eptek Centre from 2:00 – 4:00 PM
The exhibition includes several interactive elements:
Interactive Community Weaving Installation - "Weaving Her Story"
Visitors will be invited to participate in a collaborative textile installation by contributing the names of women who have had a meaningful impact on their lives. These contributions will be inscribed onto fabric strips and woven into a large-scale, evolving art piece. This “living” installation will remain on view throughout the duration of the Women’s Work exhibition, continuously growing as a collective tribute to women’s influence, resilience, and legacy within our communities.
Live Craft Demonstrations & Interpretation
Throughout the exhibition, trained interpreters will be present within the gallery space, offering live demonstrations of traditional and contemporary craft techniques. These facilitators will actively engage with visitors, providing historical context, answering questions, and enhancing the overall educational experience through hands-on interpretation.
Women's Work - Chiengora Jacket / Veste en Chiengora | PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation
Women's Work - Midwives | PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
“The Voice of Marion” January – March 2027 (Group Exhibit):
Eptek Art & Culture Centre is seeking submissions for the upcoming group exhibit, “The Voice of Marion” which will be on display in the main gallery from January to March 2027. An Island-wide call for visual art inspired by the work of Marion Campbell Hinton. Submission packages contain images of 20 paintings to inspire Island artists, and detailed information about the project.
This project is in Marion Campbell Hinton’s memory with the generous support of her niece and nephew, Catherine and Bill Callbeck. Work submitted will be part of a group exhibition and monetary awards will also be presented in a number of categories. The jury consists of acclaimed Island artists Henry Purdy, Grace Curtis, and Maurice Bernard. It is the hope of Catherine and Bill that many Island artists will be inspired to participate in celebration of their aunt Marion.
Submissions are welcome from artists at any stage of their career. Interested artists can receive a submission package by emailing eptek@gov.pe.ca or by calling (902) 888-8373. The deadline for Expressions of Interest is November 1st, 2026, at midnight.
WORKSHOPS
Stained-Glass Workshops
Eptek will be hosting Four-Day Stained Glass Courses on Tuesday mornings in September, where participants will create their own 8” circular hoop. They will learn the complete Tiffany style (foiling) method by making ready-to-hang zinc framed art pieces with expert guidance and assistance from international glass artist Lynne Provance. The course takes 12 hours total, split across four days. Registration is limited to 4 spaces.
This year Lynne will also be offering a One-Day Stained Glass “Make It and Take It” Workshop on September 10th. Participants complete a ready to hang 8”x 8” design of their choice, with dozens of design options including a variety of florals, birds, scenery, animals, and more. Participants will receive expert guidance and assistance in its assembly. (Those who wish to design their own pieces may choose to do so, with an additional class session to cover the design process.) The assembling workshop takes 4 hours total, colour choices must be made at least a week in advance, and spaces are limited, so don’t delay!
For more information, pricing or to register, call 902-888-8373 (or visit us online at facebook.com/EptekCentre, and instagram.com/eptek.centre).
MAKERS SESSION
Join us for another drop-in Makers Session in the Eptek gallery on Sunday, October 18th from 1pm – 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).
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. You can see 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 – Fall 2026
Sunday afternoons from October 18th – December 6th (8 weeks)
Group 1 - 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Group 2 - 2:15 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages 5-14 (for both groups, so you can choose the time that works best for your family)
$160.00 per participant, all materials and supplies are 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?
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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