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William Notman, Robert S Duncanson, 1864, Notman Archives, McCord Museum, McGill University, Montreal

A “Freeman of Color”

Associate curator of modern art Kenneth Brummel pays homage to Robert Duncanson, a pioneering African-American artist whose work is represented by three paintings in the AGO Collection.

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Welcome back! Reopening July 2

The AGO reopened its doors July 2 to Members and Annual Pass Holders, and will reopen to the Public July 23. Book your timed-entry ticket online and in advance. We’re excited to see you again!

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Illusions: The Art of Magic

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The Golden Age of Magic lives on through this exhibition of rare posters, photographs, films and ephemera. 

 

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DIANE ARBUS: PHOTOGRAPHS, 1956–1971

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See the works of the legendary American photographer who revolutionized portraiture.

 

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STEPHAN JOST AND JOSH BASSECHES IN CONVERSATION

Thursday July 9, 4 pm

Join Stephan Jost, AGO Michael and Sonja Koerner Director, and CEO, and Josh Basseches, director and CEO of the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), for a conversation on the role of museums.

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Welcome Back

The Art Gallery of Ontario reopened its doors July 2 to Members and Annual Pass Holders, and will reopen to the Public July 23. Book your timed-entry ticket online and in advance. Help us keep everyone healthy!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Talks
Shape of the Museum: Adam Levine
Thursday July 9, 2 pm

A look at selected objects in the AGO’s European Collection that offer important direct links to the Transatlantic slave trade and colonization. How can these objects change the stories museums tell about colonialism?

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Talks
Stephan Jost and Josh Basseches In Conversation
Thursday July 9, 4 pm

Stephan Jost, AGO Michael and Sonja Koerner Director, and CEO, welcomes Josh Basseches, director and CEO of the ROM, for a conversation on the role of museums.

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Performance
From The Archives: Marilyn Nazar and Seika Boye
Friday July 10, 6 PM

Join AGO Archivist Marilyn Nazar and artist Seika Boye for an exploration of how sites, memories and institutions shape our identity.

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Art in the Spotlight: Käthe Kollwitz
Tuesday July 14, 4 pm

Join us as we take a closer look at the works of leading 20th century German artist, Käthe Kollwitz.

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ENGAGE WITH ART

Oil on canvas, photo emulsion on canvas, and laser cut vinyl. By Robert Houle.

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A primordial culture

In this surreal photo-essay, Toronto artist Rajni Perera responds to both the current and the ancient.

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Paint like a pro

Want to learn to paint? Get some essential tips on how to capture the natural beauty of a sunset.

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Installation view of J.S. McLean Centre for Indigenous and Canadian Art.

Origin stories

A year ago, we paid homage to the J.S. McLean Centre for Indigenous & Canadian Art, for celebrating its first anniversary.

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There are places I remember...

STAFF STORIES We all miss the AGO these days. But which AGO? Over the years, things have moved, art has changed, spaces have been transformed. Lee Rickwood, AGO Editor, helps us remember even more of the Gallery we love so much.

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Even from a distance, art can bring us together. The support of our community has inspired the AGO in these unprecedented times, and by opening the virtual doors of the Gallery, we continue to share the joy and wonder of art. We are also working to safeguard and conserve our remarkable collection while preparing for future exhibitions and special programming.

Philanthropy has always been and remains critical to making this possible. Please click below to make a special gift in support of the AGO and making art accessible.

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Statement from the AGO

We acknowledge that words alone cannot address the many injustices and discrimination that Black, Indigenous and other marginalized communities continue to face.

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