Inuit Art Society – Celebrating the arts of the Arctic

Who Are We?

The Inuit Art Society brings together people who appreciate and support the culture, art forms, and artists of the Arctic.

As a charitable 501(c)(3) corporation, it is our goal to provide educational and informative activities for our members and direct support for the native artists and their communities in the Arctic.

Most of us are collectors, both new and established, who are passionate about our collections regardless of their size or value. The IAS connects us both physically and virtually as we celebrate and expand our knowledge of the arts and artists of the Arctic. We are committed to educating ourselves and others about the cultures of the Arctic and the beautiful and varied art forms they produce.

Previous Annual Meetings

We generally hold a multi-day annual meeting each year. However, we will NOT be doing this in 2026. Instead, we will hold smaller events and activities, including virtual programs.

See program and event information and photos from previous meetings.

2026 Winnipeg Meet-up

With no annual meeting event scheduled for this year, several members decided to arrange an informal meet-up in Winnipeg in August. That brought together nearly 20 of us who traveled from as far away as Florida, Washington, DC, and Vancouver for a couple of days of Inuit art and culture and an opportunity to socialize with other collectors.

While this was a largely informal meet-up, we did arrange private tours of extensive Abraham Anghik Ruben and Ningiukulu Teevee exhibits (as well as another exhibit and the vault) at the Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq.

A group of people looking at a soapstone sculpture by Abraham Anghik Ruben.

IAS members gathered around Abraham Anghik Ruben’s “Appeasing Sedna” at the WAG-Qaumajuq.

Virtual Meetings

The IAS holds occasional virtual meetings via zoom.

IAS members will automatically receive a link. If you are not a member and are interested in attending a virtual meeting, contact us for more information or go ahead and become a member!

Upcoming Virtual Meetings

Expect a couple of virtual meetings this fall!

Members will receive a link when meetings are scheduled. Not a member? Contact us.

Past Virtual Meetings

Past virtual meetings include show-and-tell presentations featuring favorite works from the collections of members of the Inuit Art Society (IAS) and the Arctic Arts and Culture Society (AACS) in Vancouver, BC, with one show-and-tell focusing on prints, carvings, and wall hangings illustrating Inuit legends.

Our May 2026 virtual meeting featured Pat Feheley, noted Inuit art scholar and gallery owner, speaking about Arnaqu Ashevak, adopted son of celebrated artist Kenojuak Ashevak and her husband, Johnniebo. A talented printmaker and carver, Arnaqu Ashevak was best known for his three-dimensional works that often utilized unconventional materials.