Activities, Support & Services
In-person Event

Connect with Art: SPARK!

About This Program

SPARK! is a FREE and friendly conversation-based programs designed for people with dementia and their care partners. Together we look at and talk about works of art from the National Gallery of Canada’s collection, sparking connections in a welcoming and inspiring space.

Available onsite at the Gallery. Because space is limited, registration is required.

To register: Email reservations@gallery.ca or call 613-990-4888.

SPARK! is held on the first Tuesday of the month from 1:30pm to 3:00pm.

For more information, you can visit the Gallery event page HERE.

La Galerie propose également un programme en français, RAYON D’ART. Vous pouvez trouver des informations sur le programme ICI,

et sur le site de la Galerie ICI.

You can also view a video of this program.

Details

Presented By

National Gallery of Canada
The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

Date and Time

First Tuesday of the month
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

6 October, 2026
3 November, 2026
1 December, 2026
2 February, 2027
2 March, 2027
6 April, 2027
4 May, 2027
1 June, 2027

Cost

No charge

Location

Ottawa Centre

Get Directions

National Gallery of Canada

380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, ON K1N 9N4

What You Can Expect

1

View artworks from the National Gallery of Art with a trained facilitator.

2

Learn about and discuss art and art history.

3

Connect with others in the community.