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SUMMARY:Expression of Interest: Curatorial Studio Visits from the National Gallery of Canada
DESCRIPTION:The National Gallery of Canada will be visiting Dawson City on Sunday\, June 14th\, and is inviting expressions of interest from local artists interested in studio visits with one of their curators. \nThis is an unpaid opportunity intended to support Dawson-based artists and others with limited access to out-of-territory professional opportunities in sharing their work with a curator from the National Gallery of Canada. \nArtists must: \n\nBe available on Sunday\, June 14th\nBe located within driving distance of Dawson (Henderson Corner to Sunnydale)\nHave artwork ready and available for viewing\nBe able to host the visit within their own studio or workspace (KIAC spaces are unavailable)\n\nPlease note: this is an unpaid opportunity intended to create access for Dawson-based artists and others with limited opportunities to connect with national arts institutions outside the territory. \nTo express interest\, please email gallery@kiac.ca: \n\nYour expression of interest\nLocation of studio visit\nConfirmation of availability on June 14th\nMedium(s) of artwork\nAny samples of artwork available online (website\, social media\, photos\, etc.)\n\nDeadline: Monday\, June 1st\, 2026
URL:https://kiac.ca/calendar-of-events/expression-of-interest-curatorial-studio-visits-from-the-national-gallery-of-canada/
LOCATION:Various Locations in Dawson City\, Yukon\, Dawson City\, Yukon Territory\, Y0B1G0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebration of art and summer in Dawson City\, Yukon! \n\nEvery summer\, the Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) invites artists and collectives to be part of the Yukon Riverside Arts Festival (YRAF)\, a vibrant weekend celebration of creativity and culture. This exciting event brings together artists\, performers and visitors to explore and engage with dynamic works across a wide range of art forms—from visual art and installations to live performances and interactive experiences.\n\nSet against the stunning backdrop of Dawson City\, Yukon\, YRAF takes place at Riverside Park and various iconic venues and historic sites throughout the town. For 26 years\, it has been a cornerstone of the Yukon’s summer cultural scene\, transforming Dawson City into a thriving arts hub in the North. The festival showcases the incredible talent of the region\, offering a diverse mix of activities for all ages\, including: \n\n Public art installation and exhibits at unique venues throughout the city Artist demonstrations\, where you can learn from the masters themselves An artist market\, featuring one-of-a-kind crafts and art pieces made by local artisans All-ages programming\, with creative activities to engage young minds Live music an performances\, celebrating the best in local and regional talent Artist-led workshops and lectures from local and visiting artists\, from Canada and beyond Special events one-of-a-kind performances\, celebrations and surprises The Gallery Hop\, a self-guided art crawl to kick off the festival and explore the best of Dawson’s vibrant art scene\n\nVisit www.yraf.ca for festival schedule and more!
URL:https://kiac.ca/calendar-of-events/32163/
LOCATION:Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC)\, 902 2nd Avenue\, Dawson City
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Exhibitions,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Artist Talk "Imagined Landscapes for Speculative Futures" with Justin Tyler Tate
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 11 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nODD Gallery\nFree | All Ages Welcome \nJoin artist-in-residence Justin for an evening exploring the intersections of art\, ecology\, architecture\, and the more-than-human world. As part of the ODD Gallery’s Re:Imagined | Re:Create reclaimed public art\, artist-in-residence program\, developed in partnership with STEPS Public Art\, Justin will share insights into his artistic practice and current residency research\, which focuses on creating site-responsive artworks that support local ecosystems and biodiversity. \nThis event also serves as the soft launch of the Yukon Riverside Arts Festival. Following the talk\, festival artists and community members are invited to a casual meet-and-greet at Peggy’s Restaurant from 8:00–10:00 PM. \nJustin’s new public art installation will be featured as a stop on the Yukon Riverside Arts Festival Gallery Hop on June 12 and will remain installed at Macaulay House following the festival.
URL:https://kiac.ca/calendar-of-events/artist-talk-imagined-landscapes-for-speculative-futures-with-justin-tyler-tate/
LOCATION:ODD Gallery
CATEGORIES:Artist in Residence,Community Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Whitehorse:20260627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Whitehorse:20260627T190000
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SUMMARY:Dawson City Pride: Screen Printing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a pride screen printing workshop at KIAC! \nOn Saturday June 27th from 4-7pm we will be making 2 layer prints onto posters\, textile\, or shirts. \nWe will be experienting with blending colors on screens with and without emulsion\, and writing our own messages for the prints. \nNo experience with screen printing required. There will be opportunities to learn more about the process during the workshop! \nRegister here so we know how many people to plan for! \nPay what you can at the door! Suggested donation is $10. \nOpen to all ages. Come with a parent if you are under 15 please!
URL:https://kiac.ca/calendar-of-events/dawson-city-pride-screen-printing-workshop/
LOCATION:Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC)\, 902 2nd Avenue\, Dawson City
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Kids & Youth,Other Events,Workshops & Drop-Ins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Whitehorse:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Whitehorse:20260627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260619T224142Z
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SUMMARY:Dawson City Pride: Love Empire and more!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday June 27th from 7-9pm at Macaulay House we are celebrateing PRIDE!! \nAugust Klintberg’s Public Stage\, Love Empire is set up in the back yard of Macaulay house. Folks are invited to use the stage to make declarations of love to something or someone. Beneath the stage is a crawlspace outfitted with a sleeping bag and pillows for more private realizations of those feelings. \nWe will also have supplies for letter writing to send love letters to freinds\, family\, and lovers all over the world! \nCupcakes and lemonade will be provided. And if its hot enough we may set up a sprinkler!!! \n 
URL:https://kiac.ca/calendar-of-events/dawson-city-pride-love-empire/
LOCATION:Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC)\, 902 2nd Avenue\, Dawson City
CATEGORIES:Artist in Residence,Community Engagement,Workshops & Drop-Ins
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