The Department of Illumination was founded in 2013 by a group of artists in Prince Edward County. We aim to bring joy and creativity to our community by producing festivals, workshops, and other artistic events.
A cherished Prince Edward County tradition since 2013. Two magical evenings of arts and music.
An embroidery club gathering for community, craft and the love of stitching. Led by Nella Casson.
Practicing monthly with regular pop-up performances throughout the year. Choir director, Sam Hirst.
A free weekly drop-in for artistic expression, healthy snacks and feel-good community vibes.
Workshops were co-hosted by: Nella Casson and Bill Stearman, creating a series of large fabric banners with activist themes.
A fun group activity building functional scarecrows from old clothes, straw and imagination.
A Port Hope artist residency, working with the community to create a tiny cardboard version of itself.
Bringing together the arts and sciences to create a delightful celebration of the natural world around us.
Transform your bodies and bicycles into a joyful herd of beasts! We set off in a parade along the Millennium Trail, in PEC.
A magical winter wonderland filled with art, music, dancing, installations and surprises galore. PLUS concerts, workshops, snow dances and cozy campfires!
Physically distanced, for safety, while getting our groove on. Led by dancer and choreographer Arwyn Carpenter.
A lockdown initiative; for our arts community to share their isolation experiences through creating and showing each other their art.
