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Celebrating the Group of Seven with Jon Sasaki

On the anniversary of the Group of Seven’s first exhibition, join Ian Dejardin, Executive Director and Sarah Milroy, Chief Curator, in conversation with Jon Sasaki regarding reframing the landscape painting genre through the lens of photography.

New Perspectives: Denyse Thomasos

Join us for a virtual curatorial talk led by McMichael Chief Curator Sarah Milroy as part of the upcoming special exhibition Denyse Thomasos: Odyssey.

Family Day Storytelling Circle

Join McMichael Educator Bonnie Marcus on an interactive adventure exploring the playful stories behind some of the Gallery’s most beloved artworks.

Tom Thomson Virtual Talk

Tom Thomson Virtual Talk February 10, 2021 7 pm [tribe_event_inline id="37223535181"] {thumbnail} {title:linked} {start_date} to {end_date} [/tribe_event_inline] View exhibition The Legacy of Tom Thomson Virtual Talk February 10, 2021 7 pm BUY a copy of THE BOOK About the talk You’re invited to [...]

A Virtual Celebration

Join Executive Director Ian A.C. Dejardin and Chief Curator Sarah Milroy for a conversation with some of the contributors to the A Like Vision: The Group of Seven & Tom Thomson book.

Art & Nature Meditation Outdoor Workshop

Reflections on Light and Shadow: Art & Nature Meditation Outdoor Workshop Saturday, November 28 and Sunday, November 29 Open to all skill levels   About the workshop Join a unique stress-relieving workshop inspired by the Japanese tradition of shinrin yoku (forest bathing). The workshop, which returns in [...]

Call for Artisans & Designers

The Makers’ Market Online Auction will offer a variety of high-quality, one-of-kind items made by Canadian artisans.

Outdoor Tours for Vaughan Culture Days

These in-person outdoor tours will tell the story of the McMichael and provide an opportunity for visitors to explore the grounds.

An Afternoon of Maud Lewis

Join us for a virtual presentation celebrating the life and works of Canadian folk-art heroine Maud Lewis by Sarah Milroy, Chief Curator at the McMichael.

Virtual En Plein Air Competition

In the time of travel restrictions and social distancing due to COVID-19, a personal and creative connection to nature has become even more important for health and wellbeing.

Virtual Curatorial Talk

The Group of Seven at 100: Virtual Curatorial Talk Thursday, May 7 2 to 3:30 pm Revisit the Presentation Watch the virtual talk. Browse the images and captions from the presentation. View images [tribe_event_inline id="37223532084"] {thumbnail} {title:linked} {start_date} to {end_date} [/tribe_event_inline] View exhibition Celebrate the 100th [...]

Reflections on Light and Shadow: Art & Nature Meditation Workshop

Reflections on Light and Shadow: Art & Nature Meditation Workshop Sunday, February 23 12:30 - 3:30 pm About the workshop Join a unique stress-relieving workshop inspired by the Japanese tradition of shinrin yoku (forest bathing). The workshop begins with a guided viewing of the Group of Seven paintings displayed within the exhibition "A Like [...]

$10 – $25

Histories: Robert Houle in Conversation with Ruth Teichroeb

Join Saulteaux artist Robert Houle in conversation with Canadian-born investigative reporter and author Ruth Teichroeb as they discuss their experience with the residential school system and reflect on how it informed their work.

Free

Family Day: Winter Fair

Chris McKhool's FiddleFire! Kids Show 2 to 3 pm Dance, clap and sing-along to award-winning musician Chris McKhool and friends as they introduce and play rare percussion instruments from around the globe! Families will be encouraged to scat-sing, become a rhythm section and join McKhool on-stage as they are introduced to several musical styles including [...]

Curatorial Talk
Walter J. Phillips

This unique presentation will focus on Walter J. Phillips' printmaking and watercolours which expresses his emotional connection to the Lake of Woods region.

Ice & Snow

During the winter in Canada we ski, toboggan, skate, build snow men, sip hot cocoa and so much more. This art workshop explores Canadian winter activities on the ice and snow!

Free

Art Bus 2019

Details Departure 11 am | 80 Spadina Ave., Toronto The Art Bus will depart from downtown Toronto, promptly at 11 am. Return 4 pm | McMichael Canadian Art Collection The Art Bus will depart from the McMichael, returning to 80 Spadina Ave. promptly at 4 pm. Please bring a printed or digital [...]

$15 – $33

Happy New Year!

Discover the customs and traditions of New Year observances from around the world with artmaking activities.