Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods

Wind Chime Pottery Workshop with Audrey MahBe inspired by the nature around you as you create your very own clay wind chime. Learn a basic pottery technique using self-hardening clay. The wind chimes are the carriers of positive energy and luck. The gentle captivating sounds they produce help balance the energy around you and promote […]

Nature Journaling Workshop with Rob ElliottNature is all around us. When we slow down and look closer, we start to see how much is going on around us. Nature was always there, but now we develop awareness of it. Observing is like being let into a secret room. More than a checklist, a sketchbook makes […]

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere exactly 100 years ago?Rediscover this charming historic village with us through a walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute, Architectural Conservancy Ontario (Muskoka Branch) and Muskoka […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through the practice of Pranayama and conscious movement of Asana (posture) of Yoga. Pranayama is the practice of controlling or conditioning the breath and is a […]

Wind Chime Pottery Workshop with Audrey MahBe inspired by the nature around you as you create your very own clay wind chime. Learn a basic pottery technique using self-hardening clay. The wind chimes are the carriers of positive energy and luck. The gentle captivating sounds they produce help balance the energy around you and promote […]

Nature Journaling Workshop with Rob ElliottNature is all around us. When we slow down and look closer, we start to see how much is going on around us. Nature was always there, but now we develop awareness of it. Observing is like being let into a secret room. More than a checklist, a sketchbook makes […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through the practice of Pranayama and conscious movement of Asana (posture) of Yoga. Pranayama is the practice of controlling or conditioning the breath and is a […]

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years ago?Rediscover this charming historic village with us through a walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere History project, the Windermere Women’s Institute, Architectural Conservancy […]

A multi-level workshop that includes stitching, and the creation of a felted patch or banner.Ages 9 and upThe artist will demonstrate threading the needle, making a knot, how to ply and mix threads for colour variations.Discussion on historical textiles will be introduced to elaborate the method stitching as decorative or as an art form. The […]

A multi-level workshop that includes stitching, and the creation of a felted patch or banner.Ages 9 and upThe artist will demonstrate threading the needle, making a knot, how to ply and mix threads for colour variations.Discussion on historical textiles will be introduced to elaborate the method stitching as decorative or as an art form. The […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through the practice of Pranayama and conscious movement of Asana (posture) of Yoga. Pranayama is the practice of controlling or conditioning the breath and is a […]

Songwriting Workshop with Gary KlaytonSong writing can be a wonderful and cathartic experience.For many writers just the idea of creating an original song can be intimidating and seem like a huge endeavor. Not soIn this workshop Gary Klayton will take you through steps that help choreograph a song.By the end of the workshop you may […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through the practice of Pranayama and conscious movement of Asana (posture) of Yoga. Pranayama is the practice of controlling or conditioning the breath and is a […]

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice and experienced artists to join them in creating their own interpretation of what they see. Beginners will be led through easy steps to create their […]

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice and experienced artists to join them in creating their own interpretation of what they see. Beginners will be led through easy steps to create their […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through the practice of Pranayama and conscious movement of Asana (posture) of Yoga. Pranayama is the practice of controlling or conditioning the breath and is a […]

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice and experienced artists to join them in creating their own interpretation of what they see. Beginners will be led through easy steps to create their […]

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice and experienced artists to join them in creating their own interpretation of what they see. Beginners will be led through easy steps to create their […]

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years ago?Rediscover this charming historic village with us through a walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere History project, the Windermere Women’s Institute, Architectural Conservancy […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through the practice of Pranayama and conscious movement of Asana (posture) of Yoga. Pranayama is the practice of controlling or conditioning the breath and is a […]

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice and experienced artists to join them in creating their own interpretation of what they see. Beginners will be led through easy steps to create their […]

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years ago?Rediscover this charming historic village with us through a walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere History project, the Windermere Women’s Institute, Architectural Conservancy […]

Opening reception for this season's exhibition in the Gallery in the Woods.Featuring new pieces by:Sean William DawsonGayle DempseyRob ElliottAudrey MahGreg HindleSusan HindleChristine HumeMelanie Siegel