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McMichael Fundraiser
New Exhibits
Current Exhibits
 

program guide

New! Spring/Summer 2008 Programs Guide
Register now for our upcoming programs.  Take a look at our exciting program listing!  Click here for the guide.
5th Annual 
  Photo Contest
The Portrait: Capturing Character on Film
Call
for Artists!
Artistic? Like selling your works and helping to support a good cause? ...
Apply to be an artist in our
18th Annual Autumn Art Sale
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McMichael Members, take the survey and enter to win a $50 McMichael gift certificate!

Are you a McMichael Member?  We're trying to find out if our Membership Programs meet your needs.  Fill out and complete the short survey and get entered into our draw to win  one $50 McMichael gift certificate .  For full contest rules please see our Contest Rules and Regulations

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mothers dayCelebrate Mother's Day
at the McMichael -
Brunch, Programs and more...
Bring Mom to the McMichael and treat her to a day at the gallery.  Enjoy a delectable brunch, create crafts with the kids and listen to the Funky Mama's.  Don't forget to buy her something special from the Gallery Gift shop (become a McMichael member and receive an additional 20% off on selected items from May 8 - 11)!
Fundraising Event - May 30, 2008 tafelmusik
Tantalize your senses at the 100% Canadian at the McMichael fundraiser and help support the Arts! An Exclusive Event - 50% Sold out!
 
Opens May 31, 2008
Kenojuak:  From Drawing to Print

Blue owl drawing - Kenojuak 

View Kenojuak Ashevak's extraordinary light-sensitive drawings transformed into print.
Final opportunity to view
James Reaney - A painters TableThe Iconography of the Imagination: The Art of James Reaney

Don't miss The Iconography of the Imagination: The Art of James Reaney exhibit closing on May 18th. Experience the artistic talents of James Reaney, award-winning poet and author recognized as one of Canada's literary greats. 

Current Exhibits
SimoneDrawing Conclusions: The Group of Seven and Their Legacy

Drawing Conclusions examines the works of some of Canada's best-known Canadian contemporary artists juxtaposed with the freehand works made by members of the Group of Seven.  

Read on...

Saumik:  James Houston's LegacySaumik

An exhibition focusing on the late James Houston (Saumik in the Inuit language) and the early days of art making in Kinngait (Cape Dorset)
A Climate for Change A Climate for Change - Samantha Cheung

Inspired by the Group of Seven and encouraged by an emerging social consciousness surrounding global climate change, A Climate for Change, explores the phenomenon of climate change from the viewpoint of those who will be most affected by long-term environmental issues: our youth.

Public Programs for May 2008
Adult Programs
May 18, 2008, 11:30 a.m. 

NEW! Canadian Stories Tour:  The Group of Seven and Their Contemporaries

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May 25, 2008, 11:00 a.m.
ArtChat Northwest
Coast Potlatch Ceremony,

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May 31, 2008, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  and June 1, 2008, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

The Art of Digital Photography II,

Prerequisite, Art of Digital Photography

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Thursdays, May 1 to June 5, 2008 (6 weeks), 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 

 Life Drawing Classes,

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Children's Programs
ArtVenture - Summer Art Camp for ages 4-15, July 7 to August 22, 2008

Register before May 3, 2008 and receive 10% off the list price.

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Sunday Events

May 11, 2008: Honouring Our Mothers

Join us in celebrating Mother's Day! Make magnetic art to hang on Mom's fridge and sing along with our favourite
Funky Mamas.

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Register Now!

Call 905.893.1121 ext. 2228 or fill out the online form.

Members

 

Save 20%
Mother's Day Member's Double Discount Days 
Surprise your mom with a special one-of-a-kind gift from the gallery shop.  From May 8 to 11 inclusive, McMichael members save 20% off most items in the Gallery Shop and online e-shop.
The Gallery Shop is open seven days a week, 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. 
Phone: 
1-888-213-1121, ext 2237 or 905-893-1121, ext 2237
Offer Expires: May 11, 2008

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