The Old School House Arts Centre houses ten shared Resident artist's studios and is an established public art gallery and art learning centre. Three galleries exhibit Vancouver Island talent, and creative educational programming for all ages and abilities are held throughout the year. The Gallery Gift Shop features the work of over 150 Island Artists. The music program offers a robust concert seri
es throughout the year featuring an eclectic range of genres from acclaimed musicians. The Old School House is a non-profit charitable organization that provides vibrant community programming that is open to all - regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religious affiliation, financial status, age, sexual orientation, political belief, or physical limitation. Our History:
The Old School Arts Centre heritage building was built in 1912 and served the educational needs of Qualicum Beach for both elementary and secondary school until 1952, when a new secondary school was built. The building reverted to an elementary school only until 1976, when a new school was built. As the wrecking ball swung closer and closer to the building, dedicated citizens of the community banded together and formed a non-profit cultural association. With the help of many volunteers, countless hours of hard work and fundraising events, the building was renovated and opened to the public in February 1988
