Conversations Masterworks from the Collection
This selection of works from our permanent collection aims to convey something of its current breadth, taking particular pleasure in placing apparently disparate works in creative conversation with one another. Featuring works by Kenojuak Ashevak, Rebecca Belmore, Edward Burtynsky, Franklin Carmichael, Emily Carr, Kim Dorland, Sorel Etrog, Paterson Ewen, Lawren Harris, Prudence Heward, Gershon Iskowitz, A.Y. Jackson, Cornelius Krieghoff, Jean Paul Lemieux, Arthur Lismer, An Te Liu, Zachari Logan, Helen McNicoll, David Ruben Piqtoukun, David Milne, Michael Snow, Tom Thomson and others.
Art Bus 2023
Art Bus 2023 New dates added for the Art Bus! Travel in comfort from downtown Toronto to the McMichael on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. By popular demand the Art Bus will continue for two final weekends in December: December 8, 9, 10 and 15, 16, 17, 2023. To the McMichael: The Art [...]
Tom Thomson: North Star
Tom Thomson (1877–1917) is indisputably Canada’s preeminent modern painter, and his catalytic achievement changed the face of Canadian painting forever. This exhibition will offer a close look at Thomson’s legacy, focusing on the small en plein air oil sketch, of which he is the supreme master.
Ann MacIntosh Duff
Ann MacIntosh Duff July 1, 2023 - February 11, 2024 About the Exhibition For over 70 years, Ann MacIntosh Duff (1925–2022) painted the landscapes and everyday moments of her life. Her most expressive works are those painted from her cottage on Georgian Bay, which record the atmospheric weather on [...]
Saturday Art Classes
REGISTRATION COMING SOON Saturdays at the McMichael (SAM): Children's Art Classes In-person Ages: 5 to 12 Saturdays: 10 am to 12 pm, and 1 to 3 pm EST. Fee per 8-week session: Members Price: $256 Public Price: $320 NEW DATES ADDED Fall: September 16 to November 11, 2023 [...]
Tom Thomson Virtual Public Tour
Tom Thomson Virtual Public Tour About the tour Inspired by an astute reading of the artist’s oeuvre by Ian Dejardin, McMichael Executive Director, this virtual tour invites viewers to explore the groundbreaking painting technique of Tom Thomson, the ultimate Canadian modernist landscape painter. Based on exhibition stills, the tour will present several [...]
McMichael Highlights In-Person Tours
McMichael Highlights In-Person Tours About the tours Join a McMichael Docent for this overview of the gallery's permanent collection and special exhibitions. With a focus on key themes and artworks, this tour will introduce visitors to highlights of the art of Canada – both beloved favourites and new discoveries – including works [...]
McMichael Highlights In-Person Tours: Spotlight on Tom Thomson: North Star
McMICHAEL HIGHLIGHTS IN-PERSON TOURS Spotlight on Tom Thomson: North Star About the Tour Inspired by an astute reading of the artist’s oeuvre by Ian Dejardin, McMichael Executive Director, this tour invites viewers to explore the groundbreaking painting technique of Tom Thomson, the ultimate Canadian modernist landscape painter. Based on exhibition stills, the [...]
Online Oil Painting Studio with Judy Sherman
ONLINE OIL PAINTING STUDIO with Judy Sherman Program Description This virtual studio experience led by artist Judy Sherman will offer instruction to emerging artists on working with the challenging but rewarding medium of oil paint. Sherman will guide participants through basic techniques and demonstrate how to apply advanced finishing touches to take their [...]
Artful Yoga
Artful Yoga Saturdays, ongoing 9 to 10 am EST Program Description Unwind with a restorative morning yoga session at the McMichael with views over the Humber River Vallery. Registered Yoga Teacher Rina Morra will lead gentle sessions of Vinyasa flow yoga to awaken the mind and body. Program Details Participants are asked to [...]
Living with Art Program-Group Booking
Living with Art - Group Booking Accessible Program for Adults Living with Exceptionalities Offered to organized and private groups, Living with Art is a series of interactive programs supporting experiential learning and skill development through guided art and nature explorations, hands-on workshops and enjoyable social activities. Each three-hour session features a distinctive [...]
Online Painting Studio with Andrew Cheddie Sookrah
Online Painting Studio with Andrew Cheddie Sookrah Program Description This popular virtual class offers live online instruction with artist Andrew Sookrah as he works with artists of all levels to refine their technique in the style of their choice. Using three reference images provided, Andrew will lead the group through a framework of an effective creative process [...]
Cobalt: A Mining Town and the Canadian Imagination
Cobalt: A Mining Town and the Canadian Imagination November 18 to April 21, 2024 About the Exhibition Cobalt, Ontario—some 500 kilometres north of Toronto—was established in 1904 following the discovery of rich silver, cobalt, ore, and nickel deposits. At peak production in 1911, Cobalt provided approximately one eighth of the world's [...]
Moridja Kitenge Banza: Topographies
Moridja Kitenge Banza: Topographies Nov 18, 2023 – April 21, 2024 About the Exhibition Using gestural brushwork, bold colour, and the contours observed in the palm of his own hand, the lush paintings of Montreal-based artist Moridja Kitenge Banza reveal the impacts of resource extraction in his home country of the Democratic [...]
Forest Therapy Walk
Forest Therapy Walk Program Description Led by Emily Pleasance, an artist and certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide, this program is designed to help you slow down, drop into the body, and better connect with yourself and the natural world. Inspired by the Japanese practice of ‘Shinrin-Yoku’, Forest Therapy draws on the interconnectedness humans have with our [...]
Sunday Sip and Create
Sunday Sip and Create Adult Artmaking Workshops Relax and unwind with a sociable Sunday afternoon of artmaking at the McMichael, sustained by warm coffee or tea served in heritage china, sweet treats and sparkling beverages. This informal artmaking class is designed for artists of all skill levels and [...]
Ghosts of Canoe Lake: New Work by Marcel Dzama
Ghosts of Canoe Lake: New Work by Marcel Dzama December 9, 2023 – June 9, 2024 About the Exhibition Marcel Dzama's delicate and fantastical drawings made with ink, watercolour paint and root beer catapulted the Winnipeg-born artist to international fame in the late 1990s. Since then, [...]
Happy Holidays from the McMichael
Sunday, December 17 Art activities and workshops from 11 am to 4 pm Performance at 2 pm (Registration required) Hot chocolate and cookies will be available for purchase in the Grand Hall for take-out FREE ADMISSION on Family Sundays BOOK TICKETS Please note that parking fees ($7) are still in effect (free for [...]
Family Storytelling Circles
Family Storytelling Circles About the Tours From December 27-29 the whole family is invited to stop by the McMichael for a Storytelling Circle that explores a different exhibition and theme each day at 11:30 am. Our expert storytellers will regale you with tales of creativity and [...]
ArtVenture Winter Camp
ArtVenture Winter Camp | Ages 5 to 12 Tuesday, January 2 to Friday, January 5, 2024 9 am to 5 pm McMichael Members: $354 General Public: $416 About the Camp Led by talented art instructors, this camp will offer a unique opportunity for [...]