Thank you to all of the volunteers who joined us for last Monday’s Behind-the-Scenes Brand talk, exclusively for volunteers. For those that missed it, we’re happy to share this video, recorded at an earlier meeting – there may even be some new insights in here for those volunteers that attended our in-person talk. A special […]

Many thanks to our Education and Public Programs team, who organized and recorded this wonderful presentation. Key highlights: learn a new word! (“tronie”) and insight into Behr’s colour of the year, Peach Fuzz! Listen to the zoom recording for more! …. Thank you so much to Adam Levine, Associate Curator, European Art for joining us, […]

On Monday, February 5 and Tuesday, February 6 the Jackman Hall Staff and Volunteer Entrance and the Annex will be closed for event loading.  Staff and volunteers are asked to please use the main entrance on Dundas St. West to enter and exit the Gallery.    This closure comes in anticipation of upcoming work for the […]

Hello Fellow Volunteers! As Volunteer President, one of my roles is to connect with, advocate for, and build connections across our volunteer program. I’ve been working with Holly and Alain to get oriented, and my early ideas are already taking shape, with exciting initiatives on the horizon. Watch this space! I’m always interested to hear […]

Hello everyone, This week, I’m in NYC attending the annual Association of Art Museum Directors (AAMD) Director/Trustee Summit. This is an opportunity for AAMD members and invited guests from their Boards of Trustees to share information, knowledge and experience with one another about topics impacting our sector. The conference has a very full agenda and […]

Come visit Prints and Drawings on Wednesday February 14th where love is guaranteed to be in the air! Various valentine-themed works from our prints & drawings vault will be on display. No need to register, just drop-in! Did you know? Prints and Drawings monthly Wednesday afternoon Open Door program is supported by a small team […]

Hello everyone, I am writing to share an important update from the Director’s Office. Recent global conflicts and events have impacted the cultural sector and have brought important topics to the fore, including freedom of political thought and artistic expression. The AGO is not alone in grappling with such complex issues. Creating a forum and […]

Starting in January 2024, the AGO Library will be open to the public on Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, and by appointment on Thursdays and Fridays. Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday we are closed. Access to rare books, archives and special collections is always by appointment. To request an appointment, please send an […]

Hello everyone, Annabelle Selldorf is our design architect for the Dani Reiss Modern and Contemporary Gallery. She is part of a team including Don Schmitt of Diamond Schmitt, executive architect, and Brian Porter of Two Row, Indigenous architect. Earlier this week I listened to an interesting podcast called “Time Sensitive” featuring Annabelle – linked HERE. […]

Hello Volunteers! This week in the lounge, we were talking exhibitions (as usual!) and Gallery Guide Rochelle Baum led us to a great additional learning resource she found for Life Between Islands: Caribbean British Art, 1950s-Now. This exhibition, currently on view at the AGO, is circulated by the Tate in London, England. All museums tend […]