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 March 5, 2027 

# The OCAD U Mystery Art Sale Whodunit? Is Back!

 

 

  

 

 

  

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**Remember the mystery art sale? It’s back and this time, it’s part of OCAD University’s 150th anniversary celebration!**

More than a decade ago, the Whodunit? Mystery Art Sale was a hugely popular OCAD U tradition, drawing crowds and even public line-ups outside the doors. Now, we’re bringing it back for a new generation.

On **April 3, 2027**, the Great Hall will host a sale of 150 original works by OCAD U students, faculty, staff and alumni, as well as artists and supporters from the broader community.

Here’s the twist: buyers won’t know who made the artwork until after they buy it. Every piece will be priced at $150. All proceeds will help support OCAD U’s 150th anniversary programming.

**BE PART OF THE MYSTERY**

We’re asking OCAD U students and faculty to create and donate a small original work for the sale.

**The rules are simple:**

- Create an original work on a **standard 8 × 10" canvas**, supplied by OCAD U.
- There are **no restrictions on what you create** - painting, drawing, mixed media, collage, experimental work, a print of a photograph or anything else that fits the format.
- Works must be able to be displayed upright at the event (**2D or close to 2D**).
- You’re welcome to submit **more than one work**.
- Submission Deadline: **Friday, March 5, 2027**

In the days leading up to the event, an online preview will give the public a first look at the works – but not the names of the artists.

**Email** [**events@ocadu.ca**](mailto:events@ocadu.ca) **to participate.**

Canvases can be picked up from the Marketing &amp; Communications Office, 10th Floor, 230 Richmond St. W. Submission deadline: **Friday, March 5, 2027**



 

 

 

 

  

 

 

  

 

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