This Week at Agnes

Add some art to your long weekend

We are open 1–5 pm for the Civic Holiday.

There are eight exhibitions currently on view and today is the final day to see two great ones: The Art of African Ivory and Quest for Colour: Five Centuries of Innovation in Printmaking. 

Emelie Chhangur accepts the position of Director and Curator of the Agnes

Accomplished curator, writer and artist Emelie Chhangur has accepted the position of Director and Curator and will begin her appointment on 1 October 2020. Over the past twenty years, Chhangur has emerged as a leading voice for experimental curatorial practice in Canada and is celebrated nationally and internationally for her process-based, participatory approach to curating. She is also highly regarded for her commissioning of complex works across all media and the creation of long-term collaborative projects that are performatively staged within and outside the gallery context. Chhangur most recently served as the Interim Director and Senior Curator at Art Gallery of York University (AGYU) in Toronto. Read more.

Featuring  Quest for Colour: Five Centuries of Innovation in Printmaking

Take time to slow down and deeply observe works of art in selected exhibitions. Through a virtual contemplation practice this facilitated experience will allow for relaxation and new insights to arise. Led by Shannon Brown, Program Coordinator.

Register to save your spot. We will send you the link to connect via Zoom.

Looking at stonecut prints

With just a few colours, lines and shapes Pitseolak Ashoona and printmaker Eegyvudluk Pootoogook have created, Winter Camp Scene. Experiment with printmaking and learn more about Inuit culture with activities to do from home.

AGNES Learns is a digital resource for children and families. Artworks from the Agnes collection inspire fun ways to explore, understand and get creative. Enjoy the videos and accompanying lesson plans.