Join us for our Summer Fundraiser
ALL ABOARD the Solstice Crafty Cruise
The latest from the Community Arts Council
Volunteer with us!
The Solstice Crafty Cruise
Get your tickets now and celebrate the solstice in style!
Pride Month 2025
Check out some of the events that will be happening at the Grove to celebrate pride!
Call for musicians, summer events
We’re looking for musicians for our upcoming summer events
Mini Muse Kids Program
We’re Hiring – Summer 2025
Join our summer team to help bring arts, creativity, and connection to life in the Alberni Valley.
Kids Drop-In Art Making!
This class will be on Saturday, May 17th, 10am – 2pm. Drop by anytime!
Watercolour Wednesdays!
The Wednesday Collection
This exhibit will be on display between April 29th – May 24th 2025.
Our MASSIVE Book Sale!
Be sure to mark you calendars for May 9th and 10th for our MASSIVE book sale!
The Grove Gallery
The Grove Art Gallery in Port Alberni is a community-focused art gallery that showcases the work of local and regional artists through rotating exhibitions. We also have a workshop space for artists to teach inclusive and engaging art classes for all ages.
The Grove provides a platform for artists in the Alberni Valley to display and sell their work, ranging from paintings and photography to pottery, jewelry, and more.
Artists in the Alberni Valley
Kalin McDowell
“What I love most about my work is problem-solving. There’s nothing more satisfying than taking something that doesn’t seem to connect—whether it’s an idea, a material, or a challenge—and finding a way to make it not only exist but also function beautifully” – Kalin McDowell
Exhibitions
Join & Support the CAC
There are many ways to support the CAC
Become a member
We have multiple membership types, such as artist, adult, student/senior, family and small business.
Donate to us!
Your support to the CAC helps us fund kids’ arts programming, events, and exhibitions. Any donation over $20 will be issued a tax receipt.
Drop-Off Your Bottles
An easy way to support the CAC is with our ongoing Bottle Drive.