Los Carpinteros La Montaña Rusa 2008. painted metal, stainless steel and wood structure with synthetic fabric covered urethane foam mattresses and cotton covered polyester fibres pillow, Installed: 254 × 378 × 822 cm. Gift of Sherritt International Corporation, 2017. © Los Carpinteros, courtesy: Sean Kelly, New York. 2017/4
Discover the spectacular architecture and fabulous treasures in the AGO Collection. Experience art from Canada and around the world. Amongst the paintings, drawings, photographs and multimedia works, we also have ship models, decorative objects and works on paper. See art of the Renaissance; Indigenous and Canadian art; Modern art and recent acquisitions in the Contemporary art collection. There is something for everyone!
Christi Belcourt, The Wisdom of the Universe, 2014. Acrylic on canvas, 171 x 282 cm. Purchased with funds donated by Greg Latremoille, 2014. © Christi Belcourt 2014/6.
Discover what Indigenous and Canadian art means to you! The AGO Collection reflects 11,000 years of diverse visual expression. How do we hold conversations around Indigenous and Canadian art and artists? In this experience, we will look at and discuss specific pieces of art that capture themes of Indigeneity and Canada.
Jean-Siméon Chardin, Jar of Apricots, 1758, oil on canvas. Credit line: Purchase, 1962 (object number 61/36)
Foodies take note! Explore the art and artists who have elevated food to a work of art. Take in the sights, sounds, tastes and smells that have inspired artists across centuries and cultures.
Käthe Kollwitz (German 1867-1945), Die Mütter (The Mothers) 1919, Lithograph on paper, 49.9 x 67.4 cm (sheet). Loan from Dr. Brian McCrindle. AGO.139552
Discover how women artists have been involved in making art throughout history by exploring the AGO's collections, including European, Canadian, African, Photography and Contemporary. Join us on a journey through the indelible influence of women in art.
Unknown, Martinique Woman, c.1890. Albumen print, 15 x 11cm. Montgomery Collection of Caribbean Photographs. Purchase, with funds from Dr. Liza & Dr. Frederick Murrell, Bruce Croxon & Debra Thier, Wes Hall & Kingsdale Advisors, Cindy & Shon Barnett, Donette Chin-Loy Chang, Kamala-Jean Gopie, Phil Lind & Ellen Roland, Martin Doc McKinney, Francilla Charles, Ray & Georgina Williams, Thaine & Bianca Carter, Charmaine Crooks, Nathaniel Crooks, Andrew Garrett & Dr. Belinda Longe, Neil L. Le Grand, Michael Lewis, Dr. Kenneth Montague & Sarah Aranha, Lenny & Julia Mortimore, and The Ferrotype Collective, 2019.
Take a deep-dive into work in the AGO Collection created by Black artists. We will explore the history and presence of Africa and the African diaspora nationally and globally.
Unknown Photographer. Vicky, Susanna, Edith, Audrey, and a friend in the kitchen, Chevalier d’Eon, Hunter, NY, (detail) 1960–1963. Chromogenic print, 6 x 9 cm. Collection of Cindy Sherman.
Explore ways of challenging narratives through painting, sculpture, photography, avant-grade performance, and queer art. In questioning how we understand the world, experience what it means to “queer” art history. Join us as we look at how queer identity and visibility in art can link to much broader social understandings.
Agnes Martin, The Rose, 1964. Oil, red and black pencil, sizing on canvas. Purchase with assistance from Wintario, 1979. © Art Gallery of Ontario.
Take some time to slow down and join a mindful journey through the gallery. Learn how to relax and look slowly at art, while engaging in body awareness exercises and mindfulness practice. Discover how the gallery, a space and atmosphere that many people associate with a sense of calm and contemplation, can help us to develop healthier minds and bodies, reduce stress, foster compassion, and increase our memory skills, among many other health benefits.
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All visit types include general gallery admission, and all prices include HST.
• Guided - $410 + $15 Admission (50% off) / 20 People
There is no additional cost for Special Exhibition tickets (when applicable) but tickets must be booked in advance.
Please note that the AGO is closed on Mondays.
