CASSATT – MCNICOLL: IMPRESSIONISTS BETWEEN WORLDS This groundbreaking exhibition brings together for the first time the work of two extraordinary women Impressionist painters, Mary Cassatt (American, 1844-1926) and Helen McNicoll (Canadian, 1879-1915).  Renowned for their depictions of modern womanhood, their work had a profound impact on the development and proliferation of Impressionism in North America. […]

Last night I met with the Volunteers of the AGO who, after a few years, gathered together in person to celebrate their contributions to the museum. Really, their contributions are massive. Volunteers engage our public and help fulfill our mission of facilitating learning. It was a fun party and I was super pleased to acknowledge […]

Hello everyone, I am writing my weekly message a little early this week. Please take a moment to read this important update and be sure to share it with others. With Leadership Team members Rocco Saverino stepping away in January and Lisa Clements’ upcoming departure this week – and Mike Mahoney’s increasing involvement with the […]

Hello Volunteers, In celebration of National Volunteer Week – we are looking forward to hosting you all for the Volunteer Annual Party – an evening reception in the AGO Bistro – Thursday April 27, from 5:00pm – 8:00pm. If you haven’t RSVP’d already, please do at: https://forms.gle/u1qKWsSPgxgDsbpo6 Volunteer Toronto is celebrating volunteers across the GTA […]

Join us for (the return of) the AGO Volunteer Annual Party! Enjoy an evening of light fare in the AGO Bistro in celebration of our volunteers! (charcuterie-style platters of cheese, antipasto, pastries and desserts (*cash bar) Hosted by Director and CEO Stephan Jost, Volunteer President Maya Kotlarenko, Holly Procktor, Coordinator, Volunteers, your departmental Managers and […]

Hello everyone, Yesterday there were some “big vibes” (Audrey Hudson’s words) in the museum on all levels. There was a media preview for Wolfgang Tillmans: To Look without Fear. On the Concourse level, there were various courses in the Gallery School and disco dancing in WFLC. On the first floor Modern galleries, we had OCADU creative writing students […]

Hello volunteers! It’s that time of year again. After a pandemic hiatus, AGO summer art camps promise to be back in full force this year, and our Education and Programming team have asked for our help in collecting (clean) recycled supplies: Many thanks everyone! – Studio Programs

Hello Everyone, What’s happening?  The Espresso Bar in the Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Sculpture Atrium – Reopening Thursday, April 27 The Norma Ridley Members’ Lounge – Reopening Wednesday, May 24 Questions? 

Hello everyone, Earlier this week, I announced that Lisa Clements is leaving the AGO after almost 14 years. I really want to emphasize Lisa’s contributions to the organization and thank her for her incredible efforts. I also want to assure everyone that we’ll have a plan in place during the transition period when Lisa steps away. […]

Wednesday, April 12, 6 pm Walker Court Join us for a special evening to celebrate the opening of internationally-renowned artist Wolfgang Tillmans‘ retrospective To look without fear.  We stay open late to dance the night away with Nino Brown of Yes Yes Y’all and DJ Robert Alfons of Canadian electronic ensemble TR/ST. Artist in attendance. 6 pm  […]