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Centre[4]

Centre[4]

Non-profit Organizations

Hamilton, Ontario 229 followers

Disability-led centre advancing contemporary art through accessibility, inclusion & artist-centred practice.

About us

Centre[4]Arts, previously known as Centre[3], is an artist-run Centre in Hamilton, Ontario. Our work is organized around four interconnected streams: C1 — Artists Supporting artists in creating, producing, exhibiting, experimenting and developing their practices. C2 — Community Building partnerships and creating opportunities for communities to participate in and experience contemporary art. C3 — Education Using creativity, art-making and skills development to build confidence, interpersonal skills, pathways to education and meaningful employment. Digital Pipeline and NUSTEEL are important parts of this work. C4 — Research Exploring accessibility, technology, artistic research and new approaches to creating and experiencing art—including our work with haptic, tactile and digital technologies. Centre[4]Arts is a disability-led organization advancing contemporary art through accessible, inclusive, and artist-centered practices. We connect artists and communities by embedding lived experience, accessibility, and innovation into the creation, presentation, and distribution of contemporary art.gh social practice, encouraging experimentation and collaboration through contemporary art.

Website
https://centre4arts.com/
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Hamilton, Ontario
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2003
Specialties
art education, artist-run centre, community arts, curatorial, artistic research, community organizing, exhibition, membership, and cultural programming

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Updates

  • Why Centre[4]Arts? What makes this next chapter different? We’re kicking off our new interview series, “Why Centre[4]Arts?”, featuring the voices and perspectives of the people helping shape our future. Meet Darrel Pinto, Chair of the Board of Directors at Centre[4]Arts, as he shares his perspective on our transformation from Centre[3] to Centre[4]Arts, the importance of community connections, and the vision behind our four pillars: Artists, Community, Education, and Research. From strengthening partnerships across Hamilton to creating more opportunities for artists and the community, this next chapter is about building on 20 years of creativity while opening our doors even wider. And as Darrel puts it, we encourage you to come experience the space for yourself! 🎥 Watch the conversation and discover what’s next for Centre[4]Arts. 📍 Hamilton, Ontario 🌐 www.centre4arts.com #centre4arts #hamiltonarts #hamiltonartists #artsandcommunity #communityengagement #contemporaryart #hamiltonontario #artistcommunity #meettheboard

  • LAST CHANCE TO EXPLORE PIXEL ROOM! ✨ All good things come to an end, and *Pixel Room* is entering its final days at Centre[4]Arts! Curated by Cyril Gaaman Chen, this exhibition brings together art, technology, sound, and interactive experiences, exploring the connections between digital and physical worlds. If you haven't visited yet, now is the time! 📅 Exhibition closes October 15, 2026. 📍 Centre[4]Arts, 173 James Street North, Hamilton Come experience *Pixel Room* before it closes! #centre4arts #pixelroom #hamiltonarts #artexhibition #digitalart #hamiltonontario #supportlocalartists

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  • 📅 Mark Your Calendars! Exciting Things Are Coming Up at Centre[4]Arts! From artist residencies and community markets to accessibility initiatives and our Annual General Meeting, we have plenty happening over the next few months! Here’s what’s coming up: 📌 **October 10 | Long Weekend Closure** # Centre[4]Arts will be closed for the long weekend. 🎨 October 14 | Members’ Gallery – Call for Submissions Last day for members to submit their artwork! 🖼️ November 20 – December 3 | Open Studio Residency Join artist Emily Cook for an open studio residency as part of the Print Festival. 🛍️ November 28 | Makers Market Find us at the Makers Market at Hamilton Public Library! ♿ December 3 | Access Day Centre[4]Arts will be participating in Access Day at McMaster University. 📢 **December 8 | Annual General Meeting (AGM)** Save the date! Agenda and further details to follow. 💜 Whether you’re an artist, a member, or part of our growing community, we look forward to connecting with you! Stay tuned for more details and updates. 📍 Centre[4]Arts | Hamilton, Ontario 🌐 www.centre4arts.com #centre4arts #hamiltonarts #hamiltonartists #hamiltonontario

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  • Centre[4] reposted this

    Join us for SPRE 108: Accessibility as a Core Design and Governance Principle, an online panel discussion exploring how accessibility can shape governance, planning, design and day-to-day operations. Facilitated by Sean Lee, the conversation brings together Luke Anderson, Eliza Chandler and Yvonne F., each bringing perspectives from disability advocacy, arts practice, design and the built environment. Participants will leave with practical ideas for embedding accessibility into the decisions, relationships and structures that shape their spaces. 📅 October 6, 2026 ⏱️ 1:00–2:30 p.m💻 Online Register today: https://lnkd.in/g3FAkuCB

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  • Tomorrow’s the Day! 🎉 We’re thrilled to officially launch the Centre4 brand at Supercrawl 2026! Come celebrate with us, explore our creative spaces, and visit the beacbeac Station to receive a FREE keychain and FREE bracelet while supplies last. 📍 Find us: Centre4, 126 & 173 James St. North, Hamilton, ON 🗓️ Friday, September 11, 2026 Tomorrow’s Highlights * Centre4 Brand Launch * beacbeac Interactive Station * Pixel Room Exhibition (on view Aug. 14 – Oct. 15) * Free giveaways & community celebrations See you on James St. North—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! #Supercrawl2026 #Centre4 #HamiltonArts #beacbeac

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  • CENTRE[4]ARTS IS LAUNCHING AT SUPERCRAWL! Join us September 11–13, 2026 at 173 & 126 James Street North for a weekend of art, exhibitions, live performances, screen printing, interactive experiences, and community. Don’t miss: Pixel Room Exhibition Live screen printing demos Digital Pipeline & beacbeac activations Saturday night performances & LivecoderA Win a free bracelet + keychain by joining our Instagram activity See you at SUPERCRAWL! #Supercrawl2026 #Centre4Arts #HamiltonArts #JamesStreetNorth #Supercrawl #CommunityArts

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  • E ARE SOOOOO EXCITED. The countdown is on! 💜 On September 11, we officially unveil our new Centre\(4\)Arts signboard and celebrate our physical launch at Supercrawl 2026. Formerly known as Centre\(3\) for Artistic + Social Practice, Centre\(4\) brings together four interconnected streams—artists, community, education, and research—through accessible, inclusive, and artist-led contemporary art. Join us for: * Official Centre\(4\)Arts launch * New signboard reveal * Pixel Room by Sari-Sari Xchange * Live performances throughout the weekend * Meet the new Centre\(4\) Board & Team * Screen printing, exhibitions & community activations 📍 James St. North, Hamilton 📅 September 11–13, 2026 Come celebrate this new chapter with us—we can’t wait to welcome you. #hamilton #hamiltonontario #ontario #downtownhamiltonontario

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