Visiting the Gallery

The McMichael Canadian Art Collection is located on the original lands of the Ojibwe Anishinaabe and Huron-Wendat People. It is uniquely situated along the Carrying Place Trail which historically provided an integral connection for Indigenous people between Ontario’s Lakeshore and the Lake Simcoe-Georgian Bay Region.

The McMichael Canadian Art Collection is located in the charming Village of Kleinburg, approximately 35 minutes north of Toronto. Use the Google Map tool below to get directions to the gallery – by public transit, car, or bike! – from wherever you are.

The McMichael’s permanent collection consists of more than 7,000 artworks by Tom Thomson, the Group of Seven, their contemporaries, and First Nations, Métis, Inuit and contemporary artists who have contributed to the development of Canadian art.

How to Get Here

The McMichael is located at 10365 Islington Avenue, Kleinburg, ON, Canada, L0J 1C0, off Islington Avenue in the Village of Kleinburg. It is North of Major Mackenzie Drive and easily accessible and about 10 minutes away off the 400 and 427 Highways.

Parking fee: $7 (free for Members)

The closest subway stop is Vaughan Metropolitan Centre on TTC Line 1. Please check the TTC website for times and schedules.

There is no direct route by public transportation from the subway station. The easiest way to get to the Gallery from VMC is by taxi or ride share. This trip takes about 20 minutes.

There is no direct bus route to the McMichael. You can use the YRT Trip Planner to see available bus options including the #13 Bus and the #85 bus, both of which include more than 30 minutes of walking.

If you are walking down En Plein Air Drive from Islington Avenue you will get to the Gallery in about 5-8 minutes. The driveway is paved with no sidewalk. We have many trails and pathways ideal for brisk walking, jogging or cycling.

Note to cyclists: bike racks are available near the entrance of the Gallery.

Gallery & Restaurant** Hours

Monday Closed*
Tuesday 10 am to 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am to 5 pm
Thursday 10 am to 5 pm
Friday 10 am to 5 pm
Saturday 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
*Holiday Mondays 10 am to 5 pm

**Note: CABIN hours may vary due to scheduled events. Please call ahead to confirm.

Free Family Sundays every 3rd Sunday of the month.

Grounds & Trails

Open daily.

Parking

Open daily.
$7 (Free for members. Join today!)

Ticket Pricing

Members Free
Adults $20
Seniors (65 and up) $17
Youth (25 and under) $7
Children (5 and under) Free
Parking $7 (free for members)

Processing fees may apply. Tickets are non-refundable. Members visit for free all year! Inquire about membership today! Admission is free for all Indigenous Peoples.

Public Tours

In-person tours are available throughout the week and are free with gallery admission. To see the schedule, please click here.
For private or customized group tours, please click here to send an inquiry.

Audio Guided Tours

Listen to our audio guided tour. Learn significant facts, insights and details about key landmarks while walking the grounds of the gallery. Enjoy the McMichael in a whole new way!

Please click on the image to listen to our audio guided tour.

Food & Drink

Inspired by the landscape of the Humber River Valley and the McMichael’s unparalleled collection of Canadian art, CABIN’s interior was designed by award-winning Toronto Denizens of Design to evoke the creativity that has inspired Canadian artists of the past and present. The McMichael has partnered with acclaimed Canadian hospitality institution Food Dudes to offer visitors a carefully curated selection of delicious dishes made with the finest locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy a hearty lunch or coffee and tea with some of the best views in Ontario. Debit and credit only. Please note that CABIN is not currently accepting reservations. Open during gallery hours.

If you have any additional questions regarding the restaurant, please contact us.

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Walking Trails

With over 100 acres of stunning woodland, our grounds have kilometres of trails perfect for hikers, naturalists, walkers and mountain bikers. The paths wind their way through natural stands of maple, oak and pine, along the Humber River to Binder Twine Park. Some of trails are wheelchair accessible – please visit our accessibility page or contact us for more information. The nearby Kortright Conservation Centre, with its network of groomed forest trails, is connected to the gallery land.

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Upcoming Events

2024 Public Tour Schedule

July 18 - December 31

Artwell: McMichael Accessible Program for Individuals Living with Dementia

September 14, 2024 - February 9, 2025

Saturday Art Classes 2024 – 2025

September 21, 2024 - May 24, 2025

Tafelmusik Chamber Series 2024/25

October 4, 2024 - June 5, 2025

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