Temporary exhibition
Gilbert Poissant. A career in public art
from May 31, 2025 to Oct 12, 2025
MUMAQ, Musée des métiers d'art du Québec
Gilbert Poissant is a major figure and renowned artist in the world of Québec ceramics. Throughout his life, he has continuously sought to deepen his understanding of his favourite material and the various ways of transforming it into singular works of art.
Developed from the gift of the artist’s personal archive, models, and samples of his public art, this exhibition is a journey through his creative evolution and seeks to impart his passion for ceramics. The abundance and variety of textures and colours is honoured in each of the objects presented, echoing those of the murals.
Exhibition
Temporary
MUMAQ, Musée des métiers d'art du Québec
Address
MUMAQ, Musée des métiers d'art du Québec
615 Sainte-Croix avenue,
Montreal, QC H4L 3X6
Regular Schedule
From Jan 1 to Dec 31
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 20:00
Thursday
10:00 - 17:00
Friday
10:00 - 17:00
Saturday
10:00 - 17:00
Sunday
10:00 - 17:00
Holidays Schedule
Holidays follow the regular schedule
Facilities
Permanent exhibition
Meaningful Objects : A History of Craft in Quebec
The permanent exhibition presents a history of the crafts of Quebec, fron New France to today. It is divided according to the major socio-historic periods of Quebec and traces the knowhow of around a hundred artisans and craftwomen with rich and unique background.