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Studio 54: Night Magic

Opens December 26

Just announced! Studio 54: Night Magic reveals the revolutionary art, design and fashion of the legendary New York City nightclub.

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Woven Currents – Confluence of Parallels

Haegue Yang: Emergence opening October 1

New installation by acclaimed South Korean artist transforms the Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Sculpture Atrium. 

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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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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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Enjoy free monthly art making activities for children and families, inspired by artworks at the AGO. 

 

 

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Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go

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Enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving dinner for two, prepared by our culinary team at AGO Bistro. 

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

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Art in the Spotlight: Laurie Kang
Thursday, October 1, 4 pm

Join artist Laurie Kang for a conversation with Sophie Hackett, AGO Curator of Photography, about her recent work.

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Salty Language: A Conversation Exploring Expressions and Words of Nautical Origin
Monday, October 5, 11 am

A close look at language inspired by the Thomson Collection of Ship Models.

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Art in the Spotlight: Heidi McKenzie
Tuesday, October 6, 4 pm

Join artist Heidi McKenzie for a conversation with Devyani Saltzman, AGO Director of Public Programs, about her recent work.

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Multisensory Moments
Wednesday, October 7, 28 and December 2 at 11 am

Experience a selection of AGO artworks through touch, smell or sound.

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Universal Blueprints

Interdisciplinary artist and designer Javid Jah’s public art inspires viewers to discover their connection to the universe. 

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Becoming a dress detective

Toronto’s own ‘Dress Detective’, Ingrid Mida, returns with a new book that investigates how the body is fashioned in art.

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Rita Letendre

Spreading Joy

Rita Letendre's stunning work, Joy, returns to the TTC’s Glencairn Station.

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Public intimacy

Former AGO Artist-in-Residence Ness Lee gets deep about street art and self-exploration.

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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.

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Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Equity & Accessibility

This is the first in a series of regular quarterly updates on the progress of the AGO's Diversity & Inclusion strategy. Read what we’ve accomplished to date.

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