About the Gallery
COLLEEN ABBOTT GALLERY
Aurora Public Library welcomes you to the Colleen Abbott Gallery, where fresh exhibitions and local voices continue to inspire.
Established in 2008 to honor the visionary leadership of former CEO Colleen Abbott, the gallery provides free exhibition space for both emerging and established local artists. Located on the second floor of the Library, the Colleen Abbott Gallery is dedicated to showcasing original, inspiring work that sparks creativity, communication, and joy.
The gallery also invites artists to share their talents with the Aurora community through engaging Artist Talks and hands-on programs. With rotating shows throughout the year, visitors can look forward to new perspectives and meaningful connections between art and community.
Currently on Exhibit
Collage Creatures by Kate Greenway
Runs August 2 – September 12, 2026
Kate's Collage Creatures have found their way to the Colleen Abbott Gallery!
Visit the gallery to take in all of the colours and textures of Kate's beautiful collage work. Explore how small fragments can build big meaning and emotion. Which animal is your favourite?
Artist Talk: Wednesday, August 26 at 7pm, Library Living Room
About Kate Greenway (Beagles of Ballantrae Fine Art)
Kate Greenway creates in watercolour, mixed media collage and glass—fused, stained, and mosaic—frequently combining various techniques with photo-transfer elements. Her favourite subjects to paint are flora, fauna, and landscapes, where she tends to work representationally. In her glass art, she leans more towards abstract expression or thematically linked pieces. Her works range from decorative paintings and glass panels to pet portraits, as well as practical items like garden stepping stones and fused glass votive candle pieces.
When not creating art, Kate can be found tending to her gardens, creating gourmet meals, or snuggling with her beagles.
Learn more at beaglesofballantrae.ca
Apply to Exhibit
Are you an artist interested in sharing your work with the Aurora community? The Colleen Abbott Gallery accepts submissions from emerging and established artists on an ongoing basis. Apply to be considered for an upcoming exhibition.
For information on the gallery space and to apply, click here
Past Exhibits
Explore a few artist interviews and highlights from previous shows on our YouTube playlist. Watch here