The E. A. Rawlinson Centre is the hub of arts and cultural activities in Prince Albert.
 
It houses both the Art Gallery of Prince Albert and the John G. and Olive Diefenbaker Theatre. The entire facility is operated by the Prince Albert Arts Board, who have contracted its operation to Star Development Corporation.
 
The E. A. Rawlinson Centre for the Arts is named for the late Mr E. A. ("Ed") Rawlinson, pioneer Canadian broadcaster, Prince Albert community leader and Founder of Rawlco Radio Ltd.  A gift of over one million dollars from Rawlco Radio Ltd was significant in making the dream of a visual and performing arts centre for Central and Northern Saskatchewan a reality.

During the developmental years of the E. A. Rawlinson Centre, the Prince Albert Arts Board remained consistent to their commitment that our community needed both visual and a performing arts facilities - ones that could showcase our local talent and allow us to present arts and entertainment from around the world.

The Diefenbaker Theatre, a 600+ seat auditorium with all the latest amenities, is the answer to the performing arts portion of the Arts Board's mission. It has been embraced by the community, housing over 250 events each year. The Rawlinson Centre presents professional shows whose proceeds are used to subsidize local non-profit groups. This provides affordable access to the community, allowing non-profit groups to provide audiences with top-notch local entertainment. It is also often rented for other events, including graduations, art shows, and conventions.

Prince Albert has been truly enriched for nearly three decades by the strong presence of the Little Gallery (now the "Art Gallery of Prince Albert"), to which we have entrusted the visual component of the artistic experience that the E. A. Rawlinson Centre brings to the region. Indeed, the Art Gallery of Prince Albert sets vibrant new standards in exhibitions, special events and outreach programming.

The E. A. Rawlinson Centre for the Arts
142 12th St W · Prince Albert, SK · S6V 3B5
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Box Office: 765-1270 or 1-866-700-ARTS
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