Transforming Spaces Bahamas

Transforming Spaces Bahamas Transforming Spaces is a registered non-profit organization committed to the development of the visual arts culture in The Bahamas.

Transforming Spaces began with a core group of participants—the late Jackson Burnside III, John Cox, Antonius Roberts, Tyrone Ferguson, Jay Koment and Erica James—who shared one common goal: to get artists to work together to expose Bahamian art. It was an exciting time at the turn of the century—The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas opened its doors with an Inaugural National Exhibition in 2003

, finally formally spotlighting Bahamian visual art in the eyes of the country and the region. This sparked a series of artistic projects and new galleries that continue to develop Bahamian visual art at a rapid pace to this day. Transforming Spaces is proud to be a defining voice in this conversation. Year after year, the tour has proven to be a great success as artists and art-lovers alike look forward to that weekend in spring where participating galleries curate their spaces to present innovative displays of Bahamian art. Transforming Spaces was recently incorporated as a non-profit organization and is poised to enter a new phase of existence and purpose with a complete re-branding of its image and activities scheduled to be launched on Friday, January 22. Transforming Spaces 2016, therefore, will also be offering several exciting changes to its format, including incorporating the Towne Hotel on George Street as the main curated exhibition space, in conjunction with the following satellite galleries: Central Bank of The Bahamas, The Great House at the Central Bank, Hillside House and Popop Studios ICVA which will offer a series of openings and events throughout the week, leading up to the weekend’s activities.

TS2026 DAY 2 ✨Day 2 of was the perfect conclusion to an inspiring weekend of art, culture, and community. 💫Thank you t...
31/05/2026

TS2026 DAY 2 ✨

Day 2 of was the perfect conclusion to an inspiring weekend of art, culture, and community. 💫

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Chasing Light, exploring galleries, meeting artists, engaging in thoughtful conversations, and celebrating the vibrant creativity that makes the Bahamian art scene so special. 🎨🇧🇸

We are incredibly grateful to our patrons, artists, galleries, volunteers, sponsors, and tour guides for helping make this year’s tour another success. Your enthusiasm and support continue to fuel Transforming Spaces and its mission to connect people through art.

As we close out this year’s tour, we reflect on the legacy of Patricia Glinton-Meicholas and the many moments of discovery, connection, and inspiration shared throughout the weekend.

Thank you for chasing the light with us. Until next year! ✨❤️

That’s a wrap on ! ✨What an incredible weekend of art, community, and discovery. A heartfelt thank you to the galleries...
31/05/2026

That’s a wrap on ! ✨

What an incredible weekend of art, community, and discovery. A heartfelt thank you to the galleries, artists, curators, poets, performers, volunteers, and tour guides who helped bring this year’s theme, Chasing Light, to life. Through exhibitions, conversations, and shared experiences, we celebrated the creativity that continues to shape and inspire our cultural landscape. 💫

We extend our deepest gratitude to our sponsors and partners for their generous support, and to every patron who joined us on the tour, attended our events, and championed the Bahamian visual arts community throughout the week.

Most importantly, we honor the life and legacy of Patricia Glinton-Meicholas, whose writings inspired this year’s theme and encouraged us all to seek light, beauty, and meaning in the world around us. 🕊️

With another successful weekend in the books, we are filled with gratitude for the continued support of Transforming Spaces. Until next year! 🎨🇧🇸

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Pictured here are the dedicated committee members behind : Marysa Malone (Treasurer), Selena Munroe (Secretary), Jordon Ritchie (Chief Marketing Officer), Jordanna Kelly (President), Christina Wong (Vice President), and Jodi Minnis (Chief Curatorial Officer). Their passion, hard work, and commitment helped make this year’s tour possible. Thank you to everyone who contributed their time, talent, and energy to creating another unforgettable Transforming Spaces experience.

TS2026 DAY 1 ✨Day 1 of is in the books! 🎉A heartfelt thank you to our incredible patrons, artists, volunteers, sponsor...
30/05/2026

TS2026 DAY 1 ✨

Day 1 of is in the books! 🎉

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible patrons, artists, volunteers, sponsors, and gallery partners for making the first day of Chasing Light such a memorable experience. From meaningful conversations and new discoveries to shared moments of joy aboard the buses, today was a beautiful reminder of the power of art to bring us together.

We loved seeing so many of you exploring Nassau’s creative spaces, connecting with artists, and embracing this year’s theme inspired by the writings and legacy of Patricia Glinton-Meicholas.

Here’s to a wonderful first day and an equally inspiring Day 2 ahead. 💫🎨

✨ TS2026 Exhibition Spotlight ✨The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas presents The Gaulin Woman: Uncovering Our Bahamia...
30/05/2026

✨ TS2026 Exhibition Spotlight ✨

The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas presents The Gaulin Woman: Uncovering Our Bahamian Selves, an exhibition honoring the life and legacy of Patricia Glinton-Meicholas (1950–2025) — poet, author, cultural historian, and one of The Bahamas’ most influential champions of cultural preservation.

Featuring works by Stan Burnside, John Beadle, Antonius Roberts, Brent Malone, Melissa Maura, Jolyon Smith, Jackson Burnside, and many others, the exhibition explores Glinton-Meicholas’ profound impact on Bahamian identity, folklore, storytelling, and the visual arts.

In dialogue with this year’s Transforming Spaces theme, Chasing Light, the exhibition celebrates a woman whose life’s work illuminated the richness of Bahamian culture and inspired generations to recognize the value of their own stories and creative heritage.

Experience The Gaulin Woman: Uncovering Our Bahamian Selves during the Transforming Spaces 2026 art tour weekend, May 30–31.

🎟 Tickets available via nagb.org.bs
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1 MORE DAY UNTIL TS2026 ✨🚍Tomorrow, Nassau becomes a city-wide celebration of contemporary Bahamian art.From bold exhibi...
29/05/2026

1 MORE DAY UNTIL TS2026 ✨🚍

Tomorrow, Nassau becomes a city-wide celebration of contemporary Bahamian art.

From bold exhibitions and artist-led projects to conversations, discovery, and creative exchange, *Transforming Spaces 2026: Chasing Light* invites you to experience the city through the eyes of its artists.

There’s still time to join us, but not much. 🎟️ A limited number of tickets remain and buses are nearly full.

Secure your seat now via nagb.org.bs or visit for more information.

See you on the tour ✨

✨ TS2026 Exhibition Spotlight ✨The University of The Bahamas Visual Arts Department presents *Illuminations: Projects an...
29/05/2026

✨ TS2026 Exhibition Spotlight ✨

The University of The Bahamas Visual Arts Department presents *Illuminations: Projects and Propositions 2025–2026*, a two-part exhibition showcasing the creativity, experimentation, and achievements of emerging artists.

Featuring works in painting, figure drawing, ceramics, photography, and design, the exhibition highlights student projects from across the academic year, while a second student-curated presentation invites selected artists to expand and reimagine their work through new interpretations and installations.

In dialogue with this year’s theme, *Chasing Light*, *Illuminations* celebrates discovery, artistic growth, and the next generation of Bahamian creative voices.

Experience the exhibition during the Transforming Spaces 2026 art tour weekend, May 30–31.

🎟 Tickets available via nagb.org.bs
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✨ 1 day to go!

✨ TS2026 Exhibition Spotlight ✨The Current: Baha Mar Gallery & Art Center presents The Things We Carry, a duo exhibition...
28/05/2026

✨ TS2026 Exhibition Spotlight ✨

The Current: Baha Mar Gallery & Art Center presents The Things We Carry, a duo exhibition by Bahamian artists Kendra Frorup and Averia Wright created for Transforming Spaces 2026: Chasing Light.

Through assemblage, weaving, sewing, sculpture, printmaking, and preservation, the exhibition explores cultural memory as something inherited and carried through generations. Using native fruits, medicinal plants, raffia, burlap, found objects, and cast materials, Frorup and Wright create layered contemporary heirlooms rooted in Bahamian histories, traditions, healing practices, and everyday life.

Experience The Things We Carry during the Transforming Spaces 2026 art tour weekend, May 30–31.

🎟 Tickets available via nagb.org.bs
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✨ 2 days to go!

2 MORE DAYS UNTIL TS2026 ✨🚍Transforming Spaces 2026 is almost here! In just 2 days, Nassau will come alive with exhibiti...
28/05/2026

2 MORE DAYS UNTIL TS2026 ✨🚍

Transforming Spaces 2026 is almost here! In just 2 days, Nassau will come alive with exhibitions, artist projects, conversations, and creative experiences across the city under this year’s theme, Chasing Light.

Join us May 30–31 as we explore galleries and cultural spaces celebrating the vibrancy of Bahamian contemporary art and creativity.

🎟 Tickets are almost sold out and only a limited number of seats remain — secure yours now via nagb.org.bs or visit for more information.

See you on the tour ✨

✨ TS2026 Exhibition Spotlight ✨As part of Transforming Spaces 2026, V&M Art Gallery invites audiences into a reflective ...
28/05/2026

✨ TS2026 Exhibition Spotlight ✨

As part of Transforming Spaces 2026, V&M Art Gallery invites audiences into a reflective journey through Bahamian art and cultural legacy. Featuring select works from the collection, including pieces by Max Taylor, Saskia D’Aguilar, and other Bahamian artists, the experience offers visitors a deeper look into the stories, identities, and histories carried within the gallery’s spaces.

In dialogue with this year’s theme, Chasing Light, the exhibition reflects on resilience, memory, and the enduring vibrancy of Bahamian creativity while honoring the legacy of Vincent and Marina D’Aguilar.

Experience V&M Art Gallery during the Transforming Spaces 2026 art tour weekend, May 30–31.

🎟 Tickets available via nagb.org.bs
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✨ 2 days to go!

✨ TS2026 Exhibition Spotlight ✨TERN Gallery presents We Are Our Own Discoverers, a group exhibition curated by Christina...
27/05/2026

✨ TS2026 Exhibition Spotlight ✨

TERN Gallery presents We Are Our Own Discoverers, a group exhibition curated by Christina Wong-Turnquest featuring works by Cydne Jasmin Coleby, Amaani Hepburn, Matthew David Rahming, and Heino Schmid.

Inspired by Patricia Glinton-Meicholas’ poem Staking Claim to Our Souls from Chasing Light, the exhibition explores community, culture, identity, and self-discovery through works that move between shadow, reflection, and revelation.

Experience the exhibition during the Transforming Spaces 2026 art tour weekend, May 30–31.

🎟 Tickets available via nagb.org.bs
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✨ 3 days to go!

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