Located in the museum district, in a magnificent heritage building in the heart of downtown, the Sherbrooke Museum of Fine Arts' mission is to preserve, discover and appreciate the undeniable richness of the fine arts of Quebec and the Eastern Townships. Offering a rich and varied program of exhibitions and activities for the whole family (creative workshop in the style of the artists in the collection, story-and-craft workshop for little ones, Art Hive, guided tour, outdoor activity From the footbridge at the Museum, Evening of thirst for expression in a 5@7 and +++!), formula, the MBAS offers a real foray into the fascinating world of visual arts and artistic creation. In addition to the permanent exhibition Couleurs Manifestes which highlights around fifty works from the collection, from Jean Paul Riopelle to Frederick Simpson Coburn (flagship artist of the Eastern Townships), there are also temporary exhibitions of high quality.
Along the Lac-des-Nations promenade (Sherbrooke), there is the outdoor exhibition Parcours Photo Sherbrooke. To mark this 10th edition, the Sherbrooke Museum of Fine Arts and the Jacques-Cartier Arts and Culture Committee are presenting an exhibition showcasing the works of artists Annick Sauvé, Arlette Vittecoq, and René Houle, one of the founding members of the project. These original creations are brought together under the theme "City in Motion."
Through their lenses, these professional photographers were inspired by the movement that takes place in our city every day, whether physical, creative, social, demographic, territorial, or architectural. Roaming its streets, they captured its vibrancy and essence. They now invite us to see this defining place around us with a fresh perspective.
OUR EXHIBITIONS:
Parcours Photo Sherbrooke on the Lac-des-Nations Promenade (Outdoor Exhibition)
Until September 2027
Launched on September 10, Parcours Photo Sherbrooke invites visitors and residents to discover the richness and diversity of contemporary photographic creation while enjoying an accessible cultural experience in the heart of the city. For this 12th edition, works by artists Marius Mongeau, François Lafrance, Geneviève Roy, and Pierre Vignau are displayed along the Lac-des-Nations Promenade. Under the theme “Tell Me a Story,” these artists explore the narrative potential of photography, revealing the evocative power of images and their ability to spark the imagination. The exhibition will be on display until September 2027.
This exhibition highlights a selection of artists who are members of La Centrale Métiers d’art. Through materials, shapes, textures, and subject matter, their works bring sensitive and evocative stories to life. Discover a wide variety of creations born from diverse artistic expertise, and perhaps be tempted to acquire one of them. The exhibition runs until October 2026. Free admission (Wednesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Inhabiting Space: A Short Guide to Perceiving Works of Art
October 15, 2026, to March 21, 2027
Guest Artist: Michel Goulet
Let yourself be drawn into the experience! Through an unconventional and unexpected exhibition design, works from different periods and artistic styles—from Ferron to Pellan—are brought together to transform the way we look at and interact with art. Visitors are invited to experience the artworks from new perspectives: upside down, at ground level, or even suspended from the ceiling.
Extensions. Jean-Sébastien Denis
With Extensions, Jean-Sébastien Denis transforms the museum space into an immersive experience where painting, colour, and form engage in a free-flowing dialogue. His works challenge conventional perspectives and offer a fresh look at contemporary painting and its history.
INDIGENOUS CONTEMPORARY ART BIENNIAL (BACA – 8th Edition)
April 15 to September 19, 2027
Iaohontso’ktá:tie / Crossing the Territory: Across the Pacific
Bringing together Indigenous artists from Turtle Island, Mesoamerica, Southeast Asia, and Aotearoa, this biennial explores the connections between water, territory, and memory. The featured works reveal stories of continuity, remembrance, and sovereignty that transcend borders.
EASTERN TOWNSHIPS ARTISTS BIENNIAL 2027 (BACE)
In the Other’s House: Play and Transmission
Guest Artist: Monic Brassard
Collaborative artistic practices take centre stage in this edition of the Eastern Townships Artists Biennial. Two artist collectives will take part in a research residency in the studio of COZIC, a renowned Québec artist duo, contributing to an exhibition where play, risk-taking, and sharing become driving forces of creation. Discover this unique edition, where the spirit of collaboration opens the door to unexpected encounters and inspiring works of art.
NOTES:
- The curators and artists featured in this 2026–2027 program are available for interviews.
- Additional photos are also available.