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    Artist’s Talk and Pastel Workshop with Zachari Logan: Nov 18 + 19

    Engaging both epic-scale and stylistically historic techniques, Zachari Logan's meticulous drawings involve a visual language that speaks to the metaphoric as well as the metaphysical. In this unique artist’s workshop, participants will have an opportunity to discuss Logan’s works included in the Passion Over Reason: Tom Thomson and Joyce Wieland exhibition, learn about his creative process, and engage in a pastel workshop to further develop their own drawing skills.

    $199
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    The Many Deaths of Tom Thomson: Separating Facts from Fiction

    Did a blow from a canoe paddle knock Tom Thomson unconscious and into the water? Was he fatally injured in a drunken fight? Did he end his life out of fear of being forced to marry his pregnant girlfriend? Or, as was decided at the time, was his death accidental? Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the death of the renowned Canadian landscape painter, The Many Deaths of Tom Thomson, published by Dundurn Press, is an authoritative review of first-hand testimony and archival records about Thomson’s tragic demise. The book is a National Post bestseller. The Writers' Trust of Canada listed it among the Best Books of 2016. Join the author, Dr. Gregory Klages, for this special talk followed by a book signi

    Free
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    Talk with Elder Garry Sault

    Please join the McMichael for a presentation with Elder Garry Sault about the importance of Wampum belts in the history of treaties, vital to the Reconciliation process. Described as visual interpretations of covenants and agreements, Wampum belts communicate history through symbolism and interpretation.

    Free

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    Acoustic Conversation: Tom Thomson’s Guitar

    The eighth instrument presented in The Group of Seven Guitar Project is a baritone guitar created collaboratively by all seven luthiers working together. Join the exhibition's curator, Dr. Sarah Stanners, and the guitar makers in this final conversation focused on their fascination with Tom Thomson whose art and life have inspired this fine instrument. The conversation is then followed by a live performance from their friend, Stephen Fearing, celebrated Canadian folk singer and songwriter.

    $20 – $59
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    L’art du Canada : Les choix du directeur

    La sélection des œuvres logées dans les réserves de la Collection McMichael d’art canadien est née de mon désir, en tant que nouveau directeur général, de découvrir la collection rapidement et en profondeur. Monter une exposition me semblait la solution idéale.

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    FULL Accessible Program: Winter. Wonder. Land.

    Be inspired by the season while creating festive gifts and greeting cards for friends and family! Learn unique printmaking techniques as you work with ink and various printing tools. These family workshops are designed specifically for children and youth living with special needs. Take full advantage of the McMichael with discovery tours, art making, and social activities designed for various skills and abilities.

    Free
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    Happy Holidays – Family Sunday

    Celebrate the season with art and music by participating in artmaking workshops and attending our afternoon concert of winter holiday classics performed by trumpeter/composer Suresh Singaratnam with vocalist Joanna Majoko, pianist Stu Harrison, and the Blythwood Winds. The concert begins at 2pm, and the repertoire will include the world premiere of a new carol composed by Suresh to celebrate #Canada150.

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    Tukilik : L’inukshuk et l’art inuit

    En inuktitut, tukilik désigne « une chose ayant une signification ». Cette exposition explore les nombreuses significations et interprétations artistiques des inuksuit (le pluriel d’inukshuk) de l’île de Baffin, y compris des dessins, estampes, sculptures et plus de soixante photographies provenant du riche fonds des Archives Norman E. Hallendy conservées au McMichael. Les inuksuit comptent parmi les structures les plus anciennes et les plus importantes jamais érigées dans l’Arctique. Les Inuits ne les considèrent pas comme des œuvres d’art. Ce sont des points de repère et tous ne sont pas à l’image d’un humain. Leurs formes et leurs fonctions sont des plus diverses. Ils servent d’aides à la chasse, de repères ou de symboles, de monuments commémoratifs, ainsi que de lieux de pouvoir et de vénération. Étant donné la nature sacrée de nombreux inuksuit, ils sont rarement représentés dans l’art inuit. Au cours de la dernière décennie, l’inukshuk s’est imposé comme symbole des Inuits, de leur terre, voire du Canada.

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    Four Directions Community Gatherings: Teachings of the North

    Join the McMichael and Ojibway Elder Garry Sault in the unveiling of a new Ceremonial Garden. Elder Sault will share his knowledge through ceremony and storytelling revolving around the Indigenous presence and use of the land on which the McMichael is situated. Warm up with a cup of hot cocoa and take part in artmaking activities celebrating our connection to the land.

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    Family Day Weekend Festival

    Brrr! Escape the cold this Family Day Weekend with exciting children’s art and iPad workshops, storytelling family tours, and a delightful puppet performance of A Promise is a Promise that explore Canada’s spectacular North.

    Free

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    Live Art by Beddo

    To celebrate the opening of …Everything Remains Raw: Photographing Toronto’s Hip Hop Culture from Analogue to Digital, Beddo, a Toronto-based visual artist who uses a unique combination of graffiti, comic book and traditional fine art, will offer a live art demonstration within the exhibition spaces. Discovering his passion for art at a very young age, Beddo found inspiration in his city of Toronto. From the visuals of street art and neighbourhood comic book shops to the rhythms of hip hop and reggae culture, and the movement on the ball courts in the parks, his artistic vision was born. DJ Selector Ricks will provide a pulsating musical background for this unique event.

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    March Break Madness

    Start the March Break in flamenco style with visual art workshops, family exhibition tours, and a special performance by Roger Scannura and his talented family! The Scannuras are Canada’s pre-eminent flamenco family pursuing their art form with authenticity and excellence. Alongside Roger Scannura, his wife Valerie founded the Ritmo Flamenco Dance and Music Ensemble in 1995. They are also proud to have nurtured their daughter Anjelica’s love of dance. She’s an award-winning dancer and choreographer who has toured throughout the world, and has taken on lead roles in the film and television industry. The performance will be followed by a flamenco dance workshop.

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    Digital Photography 2-Day Mini Camp

    Digital Photography 2-Day Mini Camp Ages 13 – 15 Join photographer Bryan Weiss for a breakdown in digital cameras and picture-taking techniques. Those enrolled in this session will learn how a camera works, and how to think more purposefully when taking photos.  The class will cover exposure, focusing, composition, lighting, and how to use the different [...]

    $130
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    Artist Talk & Performance: Give Me Wood and I Will Make it Sing for You

    In this entertaining lecture/slideshow/concert, award-winning guitar maker, inlay artist, and performer William “Grit” Laskin will answer these questions and more. A not-to-miss event for those who want to learn about the artistry of guitar making, and listen to a performance by one of their favourite folk singers and songwriters.

    $20 – $49

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    Eulalie’s Journey to Algonquin with Tom Thomson: Children’s Book Launch

    Join author Catherine Wilson in a reading from her newest children's book that offers a lyrical insight into the life of Tom Thomson as told from the perspective of his dog Eulalie. Focusing on the artist's last days in Algonquin Park, this book provides a wonderful introduction to one of the most fascinating and mysterious Canadian artists. A family tour of Tom Thomson's sketches and a drop-in art workshop, where illustrator Ruth MacLean will be present, complement this special afternoon.

    Free

    • Mother Earth: Accessible Studio Workshop

    Celebrate Mom in an Accessible Studio artmaking workshop that explores an Indigenous understanding of the spiritual and natural world. Moms, grandmas, aunts and sisters are all invited to take part in this multigenerational and collaborative workshop.

    Free

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    J.E.H. MACDONALD : EN DÉTAIL

    Le McMichael célèbre l’art et la science de J.E.H. MacDonald. La restauratrice Alison Douglas partage les résultats d’une analyse scientifique menée par l’Institut canadien de conservation visant à identifier les matériaux et documenter les techniques propres aux œuvres de MacDonald. Réunissant des photographies microscopiques, l’exposition explore la démarche de l’artiste, notamment sa prédilection pour les études de petites dimensions.

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    National Indigenous Peoples Day: Grass Rocking

    In this special celebration, Quentin “Que Rock” Commanda and DJ Creeaisan a.k.a. Matthew Wood – both who have danced for A Tribe Called Red – will lead a performance that showcases hip hop and powwow dances side- by-side. The true fire keepers of hip hop, who dance to heal and restore, the performers and their two special guests, Bigurl Soupy and Wild Foxy, will encourage the audience to participate in this unique experience.

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    Toronto Children’s Chorus Tour Send-Off Concert: Ring of Fire

    The Toronto Children's Chorus Chamber Choir will return to the McMichael to perform a special repertoire ahead of their appearance at Choral Canada’s national Podium Conference and Festival in Newfoundland and Labrador. The concert will feature music from such countries as Russia, New Zealand, the United States, and Canada—nations linked by the unpredictable geological forces of the 'Ring of Fire.’

    Free