Acadian Museum of P.E.I.

The travelling exhibition From Board to Board, produced by the Musée acadien de l’Université de Moncton, presents a historical and technical overview of Acadian architecture from the early years of Acadia to the mid-19th century. Also on display interpretative panels on the Doucet House and wood-working tools from the Acadian Museum’s collection. On display to May 6. Also on view are the permanent exhibition and video The Island Acadians. Acadian genealogy and archives available to researchers. A gift shop offers Acadian books, in French and in English, CDs of Acadian music, and souvenirs. Admission by donation. Open Mon–Fri 9:30 am–5 pm, Sun 1–4 pm. Miscouche, Rte 2. 432-2880.

Arts Space East Gallery

Works of Karl MacKeeman are on view to June 30, daily 12–6 pm. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 239 Valleyfield Road, Montague, 838-2787

Confederation Centre Art Gallery

ArtsSmarts (May 14–27) has opening May 14 at 7 pm; Holland College Student Expo 4th annual exhibition of work from graduating students in the Media programs at Holland College on view in the concourse (to May 2); Magalie Comeau: Architactrices and Other Living Spaces, curated by Pan Wendt, supported by the RBC Emerging Artists Series (to July 12); Double Take: Portraits of Intriguing Canadians (to Sept 3), organized and circulated by the Portrait Gallery of Canada; David Askevold: Once Upon a Time in the East (to June 3); Catherine Hale: Between the Spirit and the Dust (to Apr 29). Wed–Sat 11 am–5 pm, Sun 1-5 pm. www.confederationcentre.com. Confederation Centre, 145 Richmond St, Ch’town. 628-6142

Cornwall Library Art Gallery

The Dragonfly Within by Shona Holzer, runs to May 11. Her unique works include indoor and outdoor sculptures, crochet art and painting. The opening celebration of the spring group show is May 15 at 7 pm. Amateur and established artists and craftspeople from Cornwall and surrounding areas will each provide a single work that fits their definition of a “Foreign View.” This show runs until June 22. Contact Ruth Cassidy at 368-9309 for info on displaying in the gallery. Open Tue 1–8:30 pm, Wed 1–5:30 pm, 6–8:30 pm, Thur–Sat 9:30 am–12:30 pm, 1–5:30 pm. www.library.pe.ca. Cornwall Town Hall, off TCH, Cornwall. 629-8415

Details Past & Present

An exhibit of new works by Heather Millar is on view in May. An exhibit of new works by Wendell Dennis and Richard Vickerson opens May 31 from 6–8 pm and the artists will be in attendance. These works will be on display to June 23. Gallery artists and artisans include: Don Andrus, Ron Arvidson, Jennifer Brown, P. John Burden, Ruth Cassidy, Anne Marie Chagnon, Steve Clement, Isabel Court, Wendell Dennis, Sophia Djuk, Margaret England, Iris Ethridge, Doreen Foster, Marie Fox, Kerras Jeffrey, Barry Jeeves, Sandi Komst, Sandi Kowalik, Heather M. Larter, Wendy Manning, Monica Macdonald, Heather Millar, Patricia Moore, Lisa Murphy, Connie O’Brien, Dr. Paul A. Price, Sylvia Ridgway, Marcela Rosenberg (glass), Gail Rutherford, Sarah Saunders, Ben F. Stahl, Ayelet Stewart, Adam Sultan, Heather Taweel, Gregg Tracey, Nina Stoddard, Carolyn VanKampen, Richard Vickerson, Brenda Whiteway, Eun-Mee Yang, Right off the Batt Pottery, Jessica Hutchinson Pottery, P.E.I. Smoke Fired Pottery, Canoe Cove Glass. Maritime artists include Greg Dickie, Kath and Robert Rutherford, Anna Syperek, Susan Paterson, Bill Rogers, Doretta Groenendyk, Gale Abby, Mary Jane Lundy, Shelley Mitchell, Cluny Maher, Mark Brennan, Kate Brown Georgallis, Denise Soper, Holly Carr, and national and international artists include Yvon Belanger, Dianna Shyne, Rebecca Krupke, Robert Held, Daniel Vargas, Jean Claude Roy, Mary Swain, Natalie Boissonault, Real Fournier, Victoria Kovaleva. Also on display are works by Erica Rutherford, Brian Burke, Georgie Read Barton and Lindee Climo and Elaine Harrison. The gallery has a collection of designer and fashion jewelry from local, regional and international designers. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , www.detailspastandpresent.com. Victoria Row. 166 Richmond St., Ch’town. 892-2233

Dunes Studio Gallery

The Dunes Studio Gallery features pottery & furniture designed by Peter Jansons, mens & womens fashions designed by Nash, and a large selection of Island and Canadian made fine arts and crafts. Island artists include Don Andrus, Roseann Barry, P. John Burden, Trudy Callbeck, Joan Creamer, Wendell Dennis, Tania Doucet, Nan Farrier, Warren Foulkes, Lise Genova, Mel Giddings, Lisa-Beth Glassman, Adrienne Godbout, Heather Hannon, Elena Herweijer, Pat Hewitt, Bob Jay, Betty Jenkins, Sandi Komst, Sandy Kowalik, Monica Lacey,  W. C. Lin, Betty-Jo MacCarville, Eve Llyndorah, Monica Macdonald, Hester Macjaczyk, Karl MacKeeman, Wendy Manning, Ursula Mellish, Louise Mould, Lisa Murphy, Connie O’Brien, Nancy Perkins, Julia Purcell, Oliver Ray, Marcella Rosemberg, Cheryl Richards, Sylvia Ridgeway, Nigel Roe, Dagny Rossignol, Susana Rutherford, Joan Savage, Linda Shaw-Packard, Sharon Smith, Adam Sultan, Kris Taylor, Gail Sutherland, Carolyn Van Kampen, Lorraine Vatcher, Richard Vickerson, & Eun-Mee Yang. Open daily 10 am– 5 pm. Route 15, Brackley Beach. Main Gallery 672-2586; Annex 672-1566; www.dunesgallery.com

Ellen’s Creek Gallery

Gallery artists include Henry Purdy C.M., R.C.A., Daphne Irving R.C.A., Erica Rutherford R.C.A., David Silverberg R.C.A., Trudy Callbeck, Maurice Bernard, Greg Garand, Ann Dow Lee, David Campbell, Sylvia Ridgway, Geraldine Yesselstein, Marie McMahon-Young, Jim Steadman, Gail Somers, John Rombough, Linda Shaw Packard, Kim Jabbour, Gail Rutherford, Dr. David Stewart, Carolyn VanKampen, P John Burden, Tania Doucette, Lisa Murphy, Joan Creamer, Regan Paquet and others. Traditional hooked rugs by Joan Kays and Jackie Roop. Antique maps, vintage posters and antique prints/engravings focusing on PEI historical subjects. Hours Mon–Thurs 10 am–5:30 pm, Fri 10 am–8 pm, Sat 10 am–5:00 pm. www.artworkspei.com. 525 North River Road, Ch’town. 368-3494

Eptek Art & Culture Centre

A combined exhibition of Conquest of Space in Images along with Canada’s Stellar Achievements depict the history of space exploration with an emphasis on Canada’s contribution to May 2. Impressionistic Photography by Leona Arsenault will be on display in the lobby from May 1–27. The official opening of the photo exhibit will take place on May 1 at 6 pm. Artwork by students from Queen Elizabeth Elementary in Kensington will be displayed in the main gallery as part of the ArtsSmarts program May 22–June 3. A celebration is planned for May 24 at 7 pm with the public and family and friends of the students. Open Tue–Fri 10 am–4 pm and Sun 12–4 pm. peimuseum.com. 130 Harbour Drive, Summerside. 888-8373

Gallery @ The Guild

Puzzle Pieces, to April 29 is Colonel Gray High School’s International Baccalaureate Visual Arts Show featuring the work of Ella Ramsay, Emma Zinck and Yeseul Oh. The Medical Society of PEI’s 3rd annual art show, Right Brain, Released! runs May 1–12. with works by Dr. David Stewart, Dr. Dagny Dryer, Dr. Paul Price, Dr. Shabbir Amunallah, Dr. Shannon Curtis, Dr. Rachel Kassner, Dr. David Wong, Dr. Jurgen Kontor, Dr. Jen Ashby, Dr. David Ashby, Ashley Crane, and Dr. Jenni Zelin. An opening reception will be held May 1, 7–9 pm. Tue–Sat 12–5 pm. Admission by This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Richmond St, Ch’town. 620-3333

Gallery 18

In the Gallery are fine art, antique maps and prints, old and collectible books, hand-made quilts, hooked rugs, original vintage posters, ephemera, small decorative antiques, and furniture and original art. By appt. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 10686 Rte 6, New London. 886-3201/1-866-963-3339

MacNaught History Centre and Archives

Sunny Days, paintings by Lise Genova, will be on view to May 31. A Meet the Artist night will be held May 8, 7–9 pm, with refreshment served. Tue–Sat 10 am–4 pm, Tue 5–9 pm. 75 Spring St, Summerside. 432-1332

McAskill’s Studio

Furniture and crafts hand made in studio by Joseph McAskill. Pottery, fine art, metal work, glass works and giftware by PEI and Atlantic artisans. www.mcaskillwoodworking.com. 26 Beasley Ave, Ch’town. 1-866-303-3416,  566-3416

Pilar Shephard Art Gallery

The Gallery will be re-opening in May for the season. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , www.pilarshepard.com, 82 Great George St, Ch’town, 892-1953

Small Town Print Studio

The Small Town Print Studio provides public access to equipment and facilitate the sharing of knowledge through skill-building workshops and projects. The Guild, Queen St, Ch’town. www.thistownissmall.wordpress.com/small-town-print-studio/

Studio Gallery

Work by P. John Burden, Sylvia Ridgway, Doreen Foster, JoDee Samuelson, Henry Dunsmore and ceramics by Jamie Germaine, Emily Dunsmore and Ron Arvidson; by appt. www.studiogallery.ca. Victoria. 658-2733

The Victoria Fine Art Print Shop

The Studio Gallery presents fine art reproductions, of archival quality, by Island artists including Maurice Bernard, Oliver Ray, Karen Gallant, Susan Christensen, Hugh Crosby, P. John Burden and Lise Genova; by appt. Victoria. 658-2733

Walker Studios

The studio/gallery features the work of master goldsmith Jeanette Walker, and visual artist Lindsay Walker. Jeanette specializes in custom wedding and commitment bands in gold or platinum. Lindsay welcomes commissions and portraits in oil paint. Walker Studios is a member of The Atlantic ÉCONOMUSÉE Network of Artisans at Work, part of the International ECONOMUSEUM Network Society. The gallery features the work of jewellers Lisa Ridout and Jim Aquilani. Mon–Fri 10 am–5 pm. www.walkerstudios.ca. 89 Water St, Ch’town. 566-5216