SimcoeCurator

It was an honour to be nominated and to stand alongside so many inspiring people this week! I’m so happy I got to be part of it and to share the work I care about with such an uplifting group.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the night so special. ❤️

🖼️ Meet Your North Simcoe Art & Culture Awards Nominee! 🖼️

We’re proud to celebrate Jessica Allen, founder of Simcoe Curator, as a nominee for the Community Impact Through Arts & Culture Award. ✨

Jessica blends art, history, and storytelling to make North Simcoe’s heritage accessible, engaging, and deeply human. From Orillia Memory in Motion to Barrie in Every Season and Collingwood in Every Season, her projects turn local history into public art that connects communities, sparks curiosity, and inspires pride.

Her work goes beyond storytelling, she identifies forgotten sites, develops heritage mapping projects, designs commemorative banners, mentors others, and serves on cultural boards. Through her creativity and dedication, Jessica transforms heritage into shared experiences that celebrate our past while enriching our present. 🌟