The Building
Nestled among a historic cluster of five long-standing churches, the former Clementsport United Baptist Church is a beautifully preserved example of late nineteenth-century craftsmanship. Built in the late 1880s to serve the surrounding Baptist communities, the building has long been a place where people gathered to share stories, celebrate milestones, and build community.
Today, that tradition continues in a new way. Thoughtfully restored as Moose River Studios, this remarkable space has been transformed into light-filled galleries where artists and visitors come together to experience creativity, conversation, and connection.
The Founder
Moose River Studios was founded by Louise Miteouamigoukoue Spiritcougar, an Indigenous educator, artist, and lifelong advocate for creativity, learning, and community. Guided by the belief that old buildings—and the people who pass through them—carry stories worth sharing, she envisioned a place where art could inspire connection, curiosity, and belonging.
The restoration of this historic church reflects that vision: honouring the past while creating space for new ideas, new voices, and meaningful artistic experiences for generations to come.
Gallery Hours
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Monday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Closed annually Dec 24 – Jan 15.
Moose River Studios is anticipated to open in January 2027.
Private group tours and artist visits are available by appointment outside regular gallery hours.
Accessibility
Moose River Studios welcomes visitors of all abilities.
The Grand Hall (upper level) is wheelchair accessible through the front entrance. The Peoples' Hall (lower level) is accessible via a private driveway to the side entrance, as the interior staircase is narrow.
A fully wheelchair-accessible washroom is located on the lower level.
Please contact us in advance if you require accessibility assistance or have specific access needs.
Location
1671 Highway #1,
Clementsport, Nova Scotia B0S 1H0
Limited public parking is available across the road from Moose River Studios. Visitors are encouraged to carpool whenever possible.