# Event Details - **Event Name**: Artec Members Exhibition Opening - The Sacred and the Profane - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 14 Apr, 2026 at 05:30 pm (+02:00) - **Event Description**: The Department of Visual Art in the Faculty of Humanities, in collaboration with EPSAC/ArtEC, invite you to attend the exhibition opening of the Sacred and the Profane An ArtEC Members Exhibition This year’s exhibition explores the enduring tension and blurred boundaries between the sacred and the profane. In a world where divinity brushes against the earthly and ritual intertwines with desire, the works on view navigate these nuanced and overlapping realms with boldness and sensitivity. Featuring a wide range of practices, including painting, sculpture, photography, digital art, ceramics, and interdisciplinary approaches, the exhibition brings together artists who critically engage with this theme. Opening Tuesday 14 April 2026 17:30 for 18:00 at the Bird Street Art Gallery, Nelson Mandela University 20 Bird Street, Central, Gqeberha The Eastern Province Society of Arts and Craft (EPSAC), fondly known as ArtEC, is one of South Africa’s longest-standing community-based art organisations, rooted in (Gqeberha) Port Elizabeth. Established in the early 20th century, EPSAC was formed to promote and support the visual arts in the Eastern Cape, creating a platform for both emerging and established artists to exhibit their work. Over the decades, the organization has played an important role in fostering a local arts community through regular exhibitions, workshops, and collaborative initiatives. EPSAC/Artec is particularly known for its inclusive ethos, welcoming artists of diverse backgrounds and skill levels, and for maintaining a strong connection to the regional cultural landscape. Today, it continues to contribute to the vitality of the Nelson Mandela Bay arts scene by providing opportunities for dialogue, visibility, and creative exchange.. On show 15 April - 29 May 2026 9:00 - 16:00, weekdays More information: media@artec.org.za gallery@mandela.ac.za - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/artec-members-exhibition-opening-the-sacred-and-the-profane/200029915502350 - **Event Categories**: Art, Exhibitions, Workshops, fine-arts, Crafts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Port Elizabeth - **state**: EC - **country**: South Africa - **location**: 20 Bird Street, Central, 6006 Port Elizabeth, South Africa - **lat**: -33.96492 - **long**: 25.61685 - **full address**: 20 Bird Street, Central, 6006 Port Elizabeth, South Africa, 20 Bird St, Gqeberha, 6001, South Africa, Port Elizabeth ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Artec Members Exhibition Opening - The Sacred and the Profane - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/929a5ad8c135c355ed48b386c10201d1da20c3b04fa0cdf48275a984cce89916-rimg-w1200-h1486-dc2d2d2d-gmir?v=1775761369 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Artec Members Exhibition Opening - The Sacred and the Profane being held? - **A:** Artec Members Exhibition Opening - The Sacred and the Profane takes place on Tue, 14 Apr, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Tue, 14 Apr, 2026 at 05:30 pm at 20 Bird Street, Central, 6006 Port Elizabeth, South Africa, 20 Bird St, Gqeberha, 6001, South Africa, Port Elizabeth. - **Q**: Who is organizing Artec Members Exhibition Opening - The Sacred and the Profane? - **A:** Artec Members Exhibition Opening - The Sacred and the Profane is organized by Bird Street Gallery, Nelson Mandela University. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Artec Members Exhibition Opening - The Sacred and the Profane is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Port Elizabeth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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