Past Exhibitions
Discover the past exhibitions we've hosted, or jump to specific galleries by clicking on the images below.
Interpretive Centre
Bottled Up
May 2, 2022 - July 28, 2023
The Secrets of Prohibition Era Etobicoke
In the Wake of the
Passenger Pigeon
May 11 - September 28, 2019
Revisiting the species and legacy that became a powerful symbol for the Lakeshore Grounds: The Passenger Pigeon.
So This Is Teaching
July 12 - November 3, 2018
The story, as told through a snapshot in time, of the Lakeshore Teachers' College - a foundational pillar of the Interpretive Centre.
Behind The Bricks
January 26 - May 31, 2017
Recovering the Stories of the Lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital.
#WeAreIndigenous
February 10 - May 29, 2020
Featuring the artwork of
Niigaanii (Emma Petahtegoose),
M. Hungrywolf (Marissa Groulx),
& James N. Wilson.
In Your Hands
January 17 - March 30, 2019
An inspiration and creation space to create small arts and crafts projects inspired by images and graphics of the Lakeshore Grounds.
Moccasins Re-Vamped
January 31 - June 2, 2018
Guest Curator: Sage Petahtegoose. In partnership with the Aboriginal Resource Centre.
Women's Work
October 18 to December 20, 2019
Exploring the South Etobicoke region during World War Two through an imagined break room.
#TakeBackTheTap
November 12 - December 15, 2018
An exploration of the historical use and present impact of plastics in our society - highlighting sustainable alternatives and practices.
Bird's Eye View
July 5 - December 8, 2017
In partnership with FOSS, CCFEW, The Humber Arboretum, and Humber's Office of Sustainability.
Second Floor Gallery
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Movers, Shakers, Changemakers
September 3 to November 30, 2024
The people who helped shape the Etobicoke and Humber communities, in collaboration with the Humber Archives.
Encore
May 6 - August 16, 2024
Featuring the artwork of past exhibitions from the collections of the Lakeshore Grounds Interpretive Centre.
Queer Joy
January 8 - April 26, 2024
A celebration of Queer and Trans folx from within the Humber and Etobicoke communities around the theme of joy.
Third Floor Gallery
Blooming
May 1 - November 10, 2025
Featuring artist:
Damaris Abush
May 13, 2024 - August 2, 2024
Featuring artist:
Michelle Parsons
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Wild About the City
October 11 2022 - January 20, 2023
Featuring artist:
Lisa Compton
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The Cottage Years
August 21 - September 28, 2019
A nostalgic photography exhibit with the Long Branch Neighbourhood Association
Good Grief
September 20 - December 15, 2018
Featuring artist Susan Schellenberg
Route 501: A Nostalgic View
August 30 - November 4, 2017
Ink and wash paintings featuring artist Sheila D'Atri-Karpis
Waiting for the Sun
January 6 - March 29, 2025
Featuring artist:
Pat Rice
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Florals, Naturally
May 8 2023 - July 28, 2023
Featuring artist:
Courtney Carstens
This Old Tree
June 20 - September 17, 2022
Featuring artist:
Pat Rice
Experiment in Colour
May 11 - August 10, 2019
Featuring artist Sarah LeFresne
Life - In Colonel Samuel Smith Park
April 4 - July 7, 2018
A unique compilation of diverse wildlife and beauty in the park, featuring artist Irene Cholewka
From Land to Table
May 10 - July 29, 2017
Curated by Frances Pereira-Jardine
Time, Space, and Happenstance
September 9 - November 30, 2024
Featuring artist:
Carolyn Hogg
Soul Existence
January 23 2023 - April 28, 2023
Featuring artist:
Susannah Smith
This Is Garbage
November 14 - February 22, 2020
Featuring artists:
Sandra Van Ruymbeke &
Constant Van Ruymbeke
In Your Eyes
January 17 - March 30, 2019
Community Art Exhibit featuring the Lakeshore Grounds
The First Light
December 6 - March 17, 2018
Capturing the sunrise along the Etobicoke waterfront, featuring
artist Taku Kumabe
Through a Lens, Brightly
January 26 - April 29, 2017
A Photography Exhibition featuring artist Nancy Barrett
Travelling Exhibitions
Since 2024, the Lakeshore Grounds Interpretive Centre has hosted temporary travelling exhibitions from other organizations. Click an image below to connect to the organization, and information on where to visit the shows now!
Please note that the exhibitions referenced below were not created or owned by the Lakeshore Grounds Interpretive Centre.
2024
A National Crime: Canada's Indian Residential School System
January - February 2024
On loan from the Legacy of Hope Foundation
Patterns & Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive
May 6 - July 26, 2024
On loan from the Roberta Bondar Foundation