Past Events
Back by Popular Demand Curator’s Walk & Talk The works of Robert Pilot in River of Dreams: Impressionism on the St. Lawrence Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 2 pm Join John Geoghegan, Associate Curator of Collections and Research, on a guided walking tour of River [...]
Join us – if you dare! For a spooky, arty, family-friendly Halloween tooooour of the McMichael gallery and grounds. Date & Time Sunday, October 27, 2024 1:30 pm Location McMichael Canadian Art Collection 10365 Islington Ave, Kleinburg, ON L0J 1C0 Price Free [...]
Collectors First Look and Opening Night October 24, 2024 | 4 – 10 pm Presented by the McMichael The McMichael is delighted to again be hosting this year’s Opening Night celebration at Art Toronto, Canada’s preeminent art fair, in its 25th anniversary year [...]
Harvest Festival This FREE Family Sunday takes inspiration from harvest festivals around the world. Join us to celebrate the season of abundance and give thanks to the earth for the flora and fauna we all share. A special family-friendly performance by Kuné, Canada’s Global Orchestra, will feature musicians from around the world [...]
Matinée francophone Pizandawatc / The One Who Listens / Celui qui écoute with Guest Curator Mona Filip Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 10 am to 12 pm Learn more about Pizandawatc / The One Who Listens / Celui qui écoute on a French-language guided tour [...]
Rina Morra Yoga & Meditation Workshops Relax your body and refresh your soul with a holistic wellness workshop that combines yoga, journaling, and meditation. Each half-day workshop is built around a specific theme and begins with an in-gallery yoga session that combines gentle stretching, strengthening exercises, and yogic inspiration led by [...]
Doors Open Vaughan Heritage Tours The McMichael Canadian Art Collection will offer free admission to the gallery during Doors Open Vaughan. Visitors can join a special drop-in heritage tour that will explore the history of the gallery, its architecture, and grounds. Please note that CABIN cafe will close at 2 pm for [...]
Connect, Create, Collaborate McMichael Family Accessible Program Offered in partnership with Autism Ontario, Connect, Create, Collaborate is a series of family-oriented, accessible artmaking workshops developed for young artists living with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their siblings. Each two-hour workshop, led by experienced McMichael Educators, combines explorations of the [...]
Carnival of the Animals Free Family Sunday, September 15, 2024 Art activities and workshops from 10:30 am to 4 pm. Register Today This Free Family Sunday celebrates the animals that we admire, fear, and love! From mighty lions, to plucky hens, to majestic swans, animals are an important part [...]
TEACHING ARTIST SERIES Journeys: From Ireland to China with Andrew Sookrah Join professional artist and art instructor Andrew Cheddie Sookrah for a discussion regarding his artistic practice, personal background, and his painting expeditions across Canada, Ireland, and China. Program Description Sookrah will discuss his teaching methods, which [...]
Workshop offers artists the opportunity to explore and expand their artistic vocabulary into the abstract realm. Artist and instructor Lydia Panart will guide participants through the process of examining a provided image from different points of view to develop a personalized, abstract response. Through visual explanations, technique demonstrations, and one-on-one feedback, Lydia will help students discover the layering process that is crucial to bring their images to life. This program is suitable for those with previous painting experience looking to enhance their artistic voice.
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 is led by experienced instructors who specialize in different mediums and subject areas.
Yawatsira' Sunday (Free Family Sunday) With ceremonies, storytelling and dance, the McMichael celebrates the presence of Indigenous people along the Humber River and in particular the story of Huron-Wendat people who trace their origins to this region and whose vibrant cultural heritage continues to thrive in Wendake, Quebec. Part of the Free Family Sundays [...]
Curatorial Walkthrough The Works of Robert Pilot in River of Dreams Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 2 pm Join John Geoghegan, Associate Curator of Collections and Research, on a guided walking tour of River of Dreams: Impressionism on the St. Lawrence, with particular focus on [...]
2024 McMichael En Plein Air Competition Call for Artists Organized by the McMichael Canadian Art Collection Competition Dates Saturday, August 3 through Monday September 30, 2024 Artworks Online Submission Deadline Tuesday October 8, 2024, 5 pm Submission Forms (Adults) Submission Forms [...]
Quand On Chante! When We Sing! This Family Sunday will celebrate summer and embrace the spirit of “joie-de-vivre” of francophone and Franco-Ontarian culture with musical performances, dance tutorials, and drop-in artmaking. Art Activities and Workshops Dance Workshop with Ariko Time: 11:30 am and 12 pm Location: [...]
Causerie virtuelle en français Le Fleuve des rêves : l’impressionnisme et le Saint-Laurent Mercredi, le 17 juillet 2024 à 19 h Présentée en français par la co-commissaire de l’exposition, Anne-Marie Bouchard, cette causerie virtuelle vous entraînera dans un voyage le long du Saint-Laurent et de ses paysages tels [...]
Through virtual tours of the McMichael’s current exhibitions, we invite all Canadians to view their country through artists’ eyes, bringing to life various historical, social and personal stories.
McMichael Community Exhibition Views from Pine Cottage July - November, 2024 About the Exhibition Since 1965, the McMichael has offered high-quality adult art education through artist-led studio workshops. Today, this tradition continues with both in-person art classes and virtual studio workshops. Views from Pine Cottage is [...]
En direct du McMichael en français Série « Visites en direct » Le McMichael est heureux d’offrir des visites virtuelles en direct en français ! Animées par des éducateur.trice.s d’expérience du McMichael, ces visites d’une durée d’une heure mettront en évidence différentes expositions temporaires présentées au Musée. Découvrez les salles du [...]