Hello Everyone, An installation of works by Toronto artist Margaret Priest is now on view in the Joan & Jerry Lozinski and the R. Samuel McLaughlin Galleries on Level 2. Her Construction Series and other Concrete Matters etchings evoke the ornamental patterns of building materials like marble and concrete quite beautifully. Last night I gave a talk […]

The One Of A Kind Show is one of the largest and best-attended craft shows in North America, featuring unique, handmade crafts and the talented, dedicated artisans who make them. This event brings together makers and buyers who share a commitment to handmade excellence and a passion for buying local. Please use the code AGO2019 […]

Hello volunteers, A reminder re: changes to our Wednesday night admissions. Some have asked for refresher; thank you! See below: We’re introducing some changes to Free Wednesday Nights. As always, admission to the AGO Collection is free on Wednesdays from 6 to 9 pm but beginning Sept. 25, visitors on Wednesday evenings will require a […]

In this week’s AGOinsider, we look back at the reopening of the AGO in November 2008! Plus – see our interview with harpsichordists Wesley Shen and Stephanie Chua, check out our Hito Steyerl book list and more – all in this week’s AGOinsider.  Subscribe to our e-newsletters and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at news in […]

Hello Everyone, Congratulations to Kitty Scott, the new Deputy Director and Chief Curator of the National Gallery of Canada. Kitty has made incredible contributions to the AGO including introducing our audiences to leading contemporary artists and acquiring significant works for our collection. I am grateful for Kitty’s leadership and wish her well. Approximately 5,500 guests […]

Kitty Scott, Carol and Morton Rapp Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at the AGO, has decided to leave the AGO to take on a new role as Deputy Director and Chief Curator of the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa.  Her last day at the AGO is Friday, November 22. She will commence her new role in Ottawa on […]

Hello Everyone,  In recognition of her many years of outstanding service, recently retired conservator Sandra Webster-Cook has been given the honorary title of “Conservator Emeritus.” She joins a small number of other former staff who have been recognized with emeritus status for their contributions. Congratulations Sandra! Last night’s ArtToronto Opening Night Preview showcased a broad […]

AGO employees, volunteers and interns are encouraged to attend Art Toronto, an important fundraiser for the AGO, with a 20% discount on general admission tickets. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Art Toronto is Canada’s international fair for modern and contemporary art features exceptional artwork and programming by a diverse roster of galleries and arts & cultural […]

The Public Programs & Learning team has launched a pop-up drawing studio in Walker Court that will run through to January. Below is a list of frequently asked questions. The PP&L team would like your help in sharing this information. What is happening in Walker Court? From now through to January 4, the AGO has […]

Early Rubens is officially here – and will soon be coming to caféAGO! On Tuesday, October 29, caféAGO will launch a new menu featuring “The Rubens Sandwich”. Enjoy a combination of pastrami, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing on rye bread with a side salad for $15 ($12 with your 20% off discount). The new […]