About Us
Our History
Nestled at the peaceful southwestern tip of Toronto Island, Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts has a story rooted in resilience, creativity, and community spirit. Originally built in 1909 as the Island Public and Natural Science School, the building served generations of local children and visiting students from across Toronto, who came to study nature in its unique setting.
In the late 1990s, the historic school faced demolition as plans emerged to return the site to parkland. Refusing to let this piece of island history disappear, a dedicated group of Toronto Island residents rallied to save it. Partnering with Artscape and working closely with the City of Toronto, they reimagined the space as a year-round arts and cultural centre. With support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and countless hours of community effort, the building was revived and opened in 1999 as Artscape Gibraltar Point.
Today, Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts is operated by ArtHubs Toronto Inc. and it offers artists from Toronto and around the world an affordable, inspiring place to create, reflect, and collaborate. With short-term residencies, long-term studios, and a welcoming retreat centre, AGP honors its past as a place of learning while continuing to nurture imagination and artistic exploration in an extraordinary natural environment—just minutes by ferry from the city.
About ArtHubs
ArtHubs is a non-profit organization based in Toronto that operates a portfolio of community cultural hubs, including Daniels Spectrum, Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts, Wychwood Barns and Youngplace.
ArtHubs projects, programs and services are designed to support artists and creatives thrive while enhancing the broader communities they serve.
Thank You, Donors
ArtHubs would like to thank the following governments and foundations for their extraordinary generosity in bringing Gibraltar Point to life:

Founding Partners
- Artscape
- City of Toronto
- Department of Canadian Heritage
- Ontario Trillium Foundation
Awards
2008 Ontario Trillium Foundation Partnership Award
Gibraltar Point Gardens
The Gibraltar Point grounds are surrounded by vibrant gardens. Maintained by onsite staff, seasonal gardeners and community members the gardens provide a respite space for the centre's guests and visitors.

Organic Vegetable Garden
The Black Men's Therapy Garden is located on the South East end of the centre. Cared for by the Black Men's Therapy Fund the garden is a space for healing. Learn more
The Pollinator Garden is located at the north west entrance of the site.
The Pollinator Garden is located at the north west entrance of the site. This multi-use structure transforms into an outdoor gallery space.
The Organic Vegetable Garden is proudly supported by the TD FEF Foundation. Funding supports plant materials, seasonal staff and supporting volunteer days and garden tours. To attend a grant tour contact gibraltarpoint@arthubs.ca
Black Men's Therapy Garden
Pollinator Garden
Greenhouse
Good Neighbour Policy
Gibraltar Point has a Good Neighbour Policy that applies to every function held at the facility and every visit to the building. We ask that all visitors respect the privacy of the artists and organizations working inside the building. Please do not knock on closed doors unless you are an expected guest.
Public Hours
The general public is welcome to visit Gibraltar Point for public-facing events, but to tour the facility, please contact us to make an appointment. Please note the studios and facilities on site are reserved for short-term and long-term residents of Gibraltar Point. The beach adjacent to Gibraltar Point is open to the public.
Gibraltar Point office hours are Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM (EST).
