Along with running the store, what else does the Co-op do?
The original mandate of the Artists’ Co-op was to promote and facilitate the exhibition and sale of artwork and high end crafts by members in a retail setting. Over the years our activities have expanded to include other important contributions to the growing arts community in Grey and Bruce Counties. (Please see our History + Future page) The Artists’ Co-op has also become a major source of information to the public about the activities of many other arts groups in the area. We have formed working relations with many of these organizations. We also maintain a reference directory and carry information about many art related topics, plus the names and numbers of artists both within and outside our organization. Periodically, we hold free children’s arts workshops, during which we offer a wide range of materials for exploring various media under the supervision of several members, student volunteers and staff. We also offer feedback to individuals wishing to start or improve their art re