In its simplest form, The Arcadia Project is a creative arts centre located in Sault Ste. Marie (ON), comprised of a coffeehouse, stores, studios, and a gallery. The following list tells us all about the delights that await us in Arcadia:
- Formerly a Chinese Restaurant, Dairy, Grocer – Arcadia was renovated from 2006 to 2008 and opened in 2008; learn more about Arcadia’s fascinating history.
- Arcadia is currently home to the Coffeehouse, which hosts community events and concerts. Tuesday through Friday, Arcadia serves delicious vegetarian lunches in the Coffeehouse.
- Japan Shop and Studio offers all manner of hip, chic, and cool gifts.
- Visit whitespace gallery for art exhibits by emerging, established, local, and national artists.
- Arcadia houses art and music studios. The Sault Potters’ Guild is currently in residence.
- Arcadians are well known for their industrious nature. Check the Coffeehouse in person or the Sundries page online to find out what limited edition practical art collectibles Arcadians have created for you in their elf-studios.
- The Arcadian News instructs us in the ways of coffeeshop gossip; find out what’s happening next within the electric and eclectic walls of Arcadia.
Arcadia . . . in the beginning.
In its more complex form, Arcadia is a community-based social sculpture/organism. The following list expands on the interworkings of the organism:
- Community members involved with Arcadia are dedicated to fostering a healthy, vibrant space that emphasizes what Sault Ste. Marie has to offer through art, to artists, enriching Northern culture and lifestyle.
- Arcadia goes GREEN! Where possible, the Coffeehouse is committed to offering organic, fair-trade goods. With few exceptions our takeout materials are completely biodegradeable and or compostable.
- Want to participate? Stop by the Coffeehouse or drop an e-mail to express your enthusiasm for all things Arcadia.
