FemmExpo 2025

FEMMeXPO under the theme Terre de femmes

Artists, a vernissage and a dinner in song.

The Centre d'exposition Napoléon-Bourassa is proud to present the 17th edition of FEMMeXPO, an exhibition showcasing the powerful and committed vision of a wide range of women artists. Presented from March 8 to May 25, FEMMeXPO 2025, under the theme Terre de femmes, brings together 22 works by women artists (solo or collective), which resonate as poetic and visual pleas, affirming the interconnection between femininity and the earth.

The Centre d'exposition Napoléon-Bourassa invites the public to discover, through contemporary paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures and installations, a selection of powerful and inspiring works by artists from the Outaouais region and beyond, whose artistic practices are as masterful as they are diverse. Immerse yourself in a world of art and reflection, a testament to the creative power of women in a rapidly changing world.

In the context of FEMMeXPO 2025, several activities will be offered to all.

Opening

Saturday, March 8, 2 pm

This year, the FEMMeXPO vernissage will take place on Saturday, March 8, a day emblematic of women's rights. The public is invited to the Centre d'exposition Napoléon-Bourassa, 548 rue Notre-Dame, Montebello, at 2 p.m., to attend the opening of the exhibition in the presence of the artists.

The event will include :

- a reading of a poem created from the texts presenting the works selected for the exhibition, recited by Floralie Adam;

- a talk by the artists in response to a question linked to the theme of the exhibition, in a nutshell;

- the launch of voting for the Public's Favourite award;

- the unveiling of the collective work directed by artist Anne Bouillon and created by 24 participating women artists.

Bites and drinks will be served on site.

We look forward to seeing you there to celebrate the creativity of our eloquent and talented female artists!

Souper en chansons

Saturday, March 8, starting at 4:30 p.m.

After the vernissage, we invite you to continue the celebration at Montebello's log cabin, where a welcome cocktail will be served from 4:30 pm. This will be followed at 5:30 p.m. by a delicious Lebanese dinner prepared by Boulangerie Beirut. The evening continues on a festive note with a musical performance by popular chansonnières Margo, Nathalie and Julie Céré, starting at 6:30 p.m. Swap forks and sing along in intimate unison with these Ripon musicians, joined by surprise performers...!

The meal will be “bring your own wine”, and admission for the evening is $28 per person. You can now reserve your seats online by clicking on the following button:

Take your place for dinner 🍽️

Reservation deadline: March 4, 2025, 11:59 p.m.

the 2025 women exhibitors

Adriana Gutiérrez, Cantley

Agnès Riverin, Saint-Raymond

Andrée-Martine Normandin, Gatineau

Annie Marcheterre, Cantley

Annie Perreault, Val-des-Monts

Chantal Blanchette, Gatineau

Feminist gluers, Ripon

Danielle Doucet, Gatineau

Denise Vaillancourt, Saint-André-Avellin

France Santerre, Gatineau

Gaelle K, Saint-André-Avellin

Hélène Béland Robert, Terrebonne

Krystel Levert, Ripon

Lise Poitras, Victoriaville

Lucie Bertrand, Ripon

Marilyne Milette, Gatineau

Molette, Ripon

Patricia Drissens, Saint-André-Avellin

Pierrette Comeau, Quebec City

Rafaelle Carrière, Chicoutimi

Sue Mills, Saint-André-Avellin

Thérèse Bédard, Lochaber

Group visits and cultural mediation

School and community groups are invited to book guided tours adapted to their needs. Activities and mediation workshops can be organized on request, at set rates.

To plan a visit and find out more, contact us!