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Oct 2, 3 & 4
Here's your chance to get a look behind the scenes. Take a self-guided tour and meet artists where they live and work. Artists and craftspeople will open their studios for this fall weekend.
The 2009 Studio Tour, now in its 23nd year, is completely free of charge. You'll get a chance to meet directly with the artists, and often see work not shown in gallery settings. You'll visit the working spaces of both established and emerging artists, from basements to self contained studios.
General Inquiries
1 .877 .242 .6353 toll free
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Elora
is set in one of the most picturesque areas of Ontario,
and is well known for the spectacular Elora Gorge on the Grand and Irvine Rivers.
Now tucked
within the boundaries of the Township of Centre
Wellington, Elora's charming village atmosphere remains unchanged.
Scottish stonemasons built the village of Elora along the
spectacular Elora Gorge in the heart of Ontario's farmland and now more than a
hundred
years have passed but little has changed. The limestone architecture and
natural beauty of the 80-foot gorges of the Grand and Irvine Rivers are the perfect
setting for this jewel, with its historic charm and appealing village core.
A short distance away from the hustle & bustle of city life and yet Elora
feels
like... a world away.Come and stay... in a historic inn or a comfy bed and breakfast. Or, set up
camp
at the incredibly scenic Elora Gorge Conservation Area.
Elora's warm, inviting village setting makes shopping a unique experience, with
gift shops and artists studios in century-old buildings. Dining choices range
from casual
riverbank picnics to elegant dinners in a sophisticated atmosphere.
Those with artistic inclinations can "dabble in the arts" at a workshop in the
Elora Centre
for the Arts or at the Wellington County Museum & Archives. The famous Elora
Festival, Art in the Yard show and sale and an early fall studio tour make tempting
return visits a must!
Outdoor enthusiasts can bike, hike, kayak, swim or "tube" down the Grand River
on a
rubber inner tube. Try a zip line across the gorge, horseback riding, a horse-drawn
buggy ride, hot air balloon
rides all surrounded by the some of the most incredible scenery in southern Ontario.
Enjoy a memorable experience, with Elora's many cultural events, outdoor attractions
and activities, including the Grand River Raceway which sits on the outskirts
of the community.
This winter plan a visit to cross-country ski, or for a weekend of Christmas
shopping with free parking but no city crowds. History buff? Enjoy a Historical Walking
Tours of Elora!
Celebrate Canada's Birthday at our traditional 'Dominion Day' Festivities including
a pancake breakfast, soap box derby, parade and more. Enjoy quality family time
with
a visit during Monster Month in October and our twinkling night time Santa Claus
Parade in late November.
There are so many things for you to see and do.
Bring a camera to capture cherished
memories and beautiful scenery.
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