Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Prince Edward County, Prince Edward County

Exceptional tours of Prince Edward County that can include numerous experiences. While there are many tour companies in the County none have ALL 5 star ratings. Personally run by the owner who has extensive knowledge of the wineries, breweries and cider houses as well as the amazing history of the County, you will experience a truly memorable tour.

A graduate of the Ontario College of Art, Andrew paints exclusively with molten “encaustic” beeswax, incorporating other mediums. Luminous textures bring the viewer into an organic landscape unlike any other. His masterful paintings move naturally from two dimensions to three, from reality to colourful imagination, often echoing the fluidity of landscapes in The County. His works create a focal point and spark great conversation in one’s home or office. An exciting renaissance of this ancient “encaustic beeswax technique” has been growing with excitement. His sculptural paintings can be seen in his magnificent century-old BARN Gallery and new ANDARA Gallery also located onsite in the heart of Prince Edward County. Encaustic Painting workshops and gift certificates available. The Studio and Galleries are located minutes NW of the village of Bloomfield; first road north of Huff Estates Inn & Winery in the heart of Prince Edward County wine country.

An authentic County experience! Artists Tara Wilkinson and Andrew Csafordi share their art and passion for natural elements with visitors to their beautiful country farm. An artist and award-winning photographer, Tara handcrafts art nest sculptures out of fibres and mixed media. Her work is featured in private collections worldwide. Tara's unique photographs from her extensive travels will take you on a visual journey. Handcrafted nest ornaments and shadowboxes, photography books, prints, greeting cards and more are available in her enchanting gallery - a whimsical restored chicken coop. Also located on site ... visit their brand new ANDARA Gallery featuring larger works of photography and encaustic paintings ... and the BARN Gallery in the magnificent restored century-old barn - showcasing more of Andrew's encaustic (beeswax) sculptural paintings. North of County Road #1 and the Huff Estates Winery, off Highway 62. Painting workshops, gift certificates available.

The Hatch Gallery is contemporary art gallery serving as a site for exhibitions working with both established and emerging Canadian artists. The gallery represents and promotes abstract artists working primarily in painting and sculpture. Our gallery is now closed for the 2018 summer season, you can visit us anytime during the off season by booking an appointment. Call 416-522-0685 during regular business hours if you wish to pay us a visit.

Angelo's cooking studio offers workshops featuring traditional southern Italian cooking using the best ingredients from Prince Edward County. Scheduled classes, private classes and customized workshops available. Phone or email to discuss.

Located in beautiful Prince Edward County adjacent to a winery, the Oeno Gallery exhibits contemporary art by artists from this region; other parts of Canada, and occasionally, exceptional international artists. The Gallery space is light-filled, with separate painting and sculpture exhibition spaces and also features a 3.5 acres outdoor sculpture garden.

The Armstrong Glassworks is located in the beautiful village of Wellington along the shores of Lake Ontario. The Glassworks is housed in a former Feed Mill dating back to the early 1900’s. As of January 2008, our viewing area will allow visitors to watch Mark if he is blowing glass. Please call ahead to check Mark’s schedule. Demonstrations for groups of 10 or more can be arranged.

We grow apples and produce hard cider. Our retail store is housed in a renovated barn circa 1860. We offer tutored tasting flights of our ciders. Our retail store sells local products, as well as t-shirts, glassware, other gift items and lots of cider! Please book tasting appointments in advance via our website (groups of 8 or less, 19+). Dogs are welcome on leash.