Doors Open Ontario presenting sponsor
Doors Open Ontario presenting sponsor

Richmond Hill

event information

Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Come and enjoy Richmond Hill's city‑wide celebration of heritage, arts and culture. Explore historical landmarks, artists' studios, galleries, cultural attractions and architecturally unique businesses.

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Richmond Hill Studio Tour

Doors Open Richmond Hill is running alongside the Richmond Hill Studio Tour. Local galleries, studios and artists welcome the public to see their work, view their creative spaces and engage in lively demonstrations.

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Passport to Culture

Start your Passport to Culture!

Richmond Hill's Passport to Culture is a year-long cultural adventure inviting residents and visitors to explore Richmond Hill’s arts, heritage and culture scene. Participants collect digital stamps by visiting cultural sites and events across the city.

Complete your passport for a chance to win a City of Richmond Hill Cultural Prize Pack and discover just how much culture there is to explore in Richmond Hill!

Visit the passport on your mobile device and start collecting!

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Volunteering

In addition to Doors Open Richmond Hill, there are many volunteer opportunities to explore. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, get experience and give back to the community. Our volunteer database makes it easy for you to sign up for opportunities, track your hours and plan your volunteer work.

For more information, visit our Volunteering page.

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Land acknowledgement

We are gathering on lands that have been home to First Nations peoples from time immemorial. We acknowledge that what we now call Richmond Hill is on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the Mississauga and Chippewa Nations of the Williams Treaty. We also recognize that we are on part of the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and the Huron Wendat.

We would also like to acknowledge all First Nation, Inuit and Métis peoples from across North America, also known as Turtle Island, who now reside in the City of Richmond Hill. We are committed to rebuilding constructive and co-operative relationships.

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Contact information

Think Space (Ale Groen Studio)Doors Open Richmond Hill

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  • In-person Doors Open Ontario

Think Space (Ale Groen Studio)

This studio features the work of Ale Groen, whose practice explores themes of identity and objecthood. Across multiple series, Groen examines the tension between knowledge and the unknown, drawing parallels between the act of understanding and the act of creation. Visitors can expect an engaging selection of sculptures and paintings of various sizes.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

588 Edward Street, Unit 31
Richmond Hill, Ontario
Email: culture@richmondhill.ca
https://www.alegroenart.com/

Architecture

Building type: Commercial Studio

Dates/hours open

May 09 - May 09

Westbury Home Studio (Laurel Douglas Shugarman)Doors Open Richmond Hill

  • In-person Doors Open Ontario

Westbury Home Studio (Laurel Douglas Shugarman)

This home studio showcases the works of Laurel Douglas Shugarman. It showcases drawings and paintings in graphite, acrylic, watercolor, oil, and mixed media, along with art cards, reproduction photos and archival prints. The studio is primarily a jewelry making studio, with both traditional metalsmithing workstations and precious metal clay. A selection of silver, bronze and gold jewelry will be on display. (Partial accessibility via stairs).

  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

83 Westbury Court
Richmond Hill, Ontario
Email: culture@richmondhill.ca

Architecture

Building type: Private residence Gallery Studio

Dates/hours open

May 09 - May 09