New Exhibition at the Helson Gallery: Carrie L. Hillyard – A Forgotten Journey

HALTON HILLS, ON – The Helson Gallery shines a spotlight on historical artist Carrie L. Hillyard in a new exhibition: A Forgotten Journey on view from January 18 – April 16. This retrospective exhibition explores the life of Canadian artist Carrie L. Hillyard (1866 – 1952) through her drawings and paintings. Hillyard was a skilled artist trained in both Canada and the United States and was well acquainted with most of Ontario’s prominent artists at the turn of the century and through the Edwardian Era. Despite this, she has been forgotten from Canada’s artistic record.

This collection is on loan from a private collector who has done extensive research into the artist’s life and art. Visit the Helson Gallery to learn about this artist and see why she deserves to be recognized for her artistic talent and body of work. All are welcome to attend the opening reception for the show on January 22 from 2 – 3 p.m. 

“I’m thrilled to see this overlooked female artist finally be given the recognition she deserves by the Helson Gallery,” said Mayor Lawlor. “This is a great opportunity to correct the historic record and to learn more about Canadian art history.” 

The Helson Gallery is located at 9 Church St., Halton Hills and is open Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Fridays and Sundays from 1 – 5 p.m.   

About the Town of Halton Hills

The Town of Halton Hills, with a population of approximately 60,000, consists of two urban centres, Georgetown and Acton, the Halton Hills Premier Gateway employment area, three hamlets – Glen Williams, Stewarttown and Norval – and several smaller settlements. Halton Hills has long been recognized for its natural beauty, active agricultural community, high quality of life and proximity to major centres, including Brampton, Mississauga and Toronto.  The Town is ranked as one of the top small communities in Canada by a national magazine.

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