Artscape Gibraltar Point

Artscape Gibraltar Point is an inspiring and creative artist retreat centre nestled against the magnificent natural backdrop of Toronto Island, just a stone’s throw from the city.

Open year round for staff retreats, meetings and seminars, small conferences, fundraisers, festivals, weddings and celebrations.

 

Events at Artscape Gibraltar Point

Artscape Gibraltar Point is Artscape’s most unique and tranquil property located in a secluded park setting with its own beachfront on Toronto Islands. Opened in 2000, the project was catalyzed by a group of Toronto Island residents who contacted Artscape when the historic former Toronto Island Public and Natural Science School was threatened with demolition. Working with the City of Toronto, Artscape created a new vision for the site that included an artists’ lodge and retreat centre, and long-term artist work studios.

Artscape Gibraltar Point offers a variety of affordable space rentals and is ideal for staff retreats, meetings and seminars, weddings, festivals and community events.

What we offer:

  • An escape from the city. The Toronto Islands feel miles away from downtown, despite being just 10 minutes away by ferry.
  • A fabulous location. Steps away from a beautiful sandy beach and Toronto’s oldest landmark, the Gibraltar Point Lighthouse
  • A stunning natural setting. The facility is surrounded by over 46 acres of parkland.
  • A dynamic, creative location. Artscape Gibraltar Point is home to artist work studios and a busy artist retreat centre.
  • Social enterprise. Revenues from venue rentals support the operations of Artscape Gibraltar Point.

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Getting There

Artscape Gibraltar Point is located on the tip of Toronto Island, and coming to the island is easy. The Island Ferry Docks, located at Bay Street and Queen’s Quay West, are a ten minute walk from Union Station. Public transit to the docks includes the Bay #6 bus and the Harbourfront LRT. There is ample public parking in the area. Bicycles can be taken on the ferry although some restrictions may apply during peak periods.

The fare for the ferry is $6.50 return for adults. There are discounts available for groups of 10 or more. For more information on the ferry click here or call 416-392-8193.

Once you are on the island, you can walk, cycle, rollerblade or make arrangements with us in advance for a shuttle bus pickup. Artscape Gibraltar Point is approximately a twenty minute walk from the Centre Island docks, or thirty minutes from the Ward’s or Hanlan’s docks – just follow the signs.

Location

Address: 443 Lakeshore Avenue, Gibraltar Point, Toronto Island.
Directions: See Getting There

Event Spaces

The Beacon Room: 1800 sq.ft.

The West and South Lawns 3600 sq. ft.

Contact

If you have any questions about booking event space at Artscape Gibraltar Point, please contact Lisa Cristinzo, General Manager at:

t: 416-392-1030 f: 416-392-7160
e: lisa@torontoartscape.on.ca

Click here to inquire

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