Sculptures and More!
Check out our new selection of jewellery, novelty and collector's items, and exhibition merchandise.
To place your order call
905.893.1121
or toll free 1.888.213.1121 ext. 2237
This fundraiser, organized by
the McMichael Volunteer
Committee, is your opportunity
to meet established and
emerging Canadian artists and
sculptors and to purchase
original works in a variety of
media and price levels.
Fifty artists and seven sculptors
were chosen from over 200
applicants. Come out and see
the best of the best, and take
home some great art.
Opening Night Celebration:
Friday, October 23, 2009
Complimentary
Parking & Admission
Cash Bar
Sale:
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sale continues
October 24 and 25, 2009
During Gallery Hours
In the Grand Hall of the
McMichael
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New Exhibitions Opening in October
Nunannguaq: In the Likeness of the Earth
October 10, 2009 to January 17, 2010 
To mark the fiftieth anniversary of Kinngait Studios and to celebrate the remarkable achievement of the internationally acclaimed artistic community of Cape Dorset (Kinngait), the McMichael presents Nunannguaq: In the Likeness of the Earth, an exhibition featuring a large selection of prints, drawings, and sculptures spanning three generations of Cape Dorset artists. The exhibition focuses on the representation of the land in the traditional Inuit culture and examines the changes to this vision following the introduction of sedentary lifestyle and southern technologies.
Read on...
Ed Bartram: The Eye Within
October 17, 2009 to January 3, 2010
Discover the rugged Georgian Bay landscape through Ed Bartram's abstract and dynamic etchings.
Woodland School
October 24, 2009 to May 9, 2010
The Woodland School exhibit examines the vibrant artworks by Norval Morrisseau, Daphne Odjig, Carl Ray, Alex Janvier, Blake Debassige, Saul Williams, Martin Panamick, Goyce Kakegamic, and other Woodland School artists.
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Enjoy FREE Admission to the Royal Ontario Museum on October 3!
On October 3, 2009, McMichael members will be able to enjoy a day of exploration and discovery at the ROM for free!*
The ROM is among the world's leading museums of natural history and of world cultures. With diverse galleries, from the surprising and interactive to the exquisite and awe-inspiring, there's always something new to see. The ROM is located at 100 Queen's Park, in Toronto, Ontario. Members are asked to enter at the Bloor Street entrance. For more information, call the ROM at 416.586.5700, or visit www.rom.on.ca.
*McMichael members are required to present a valid membership card along with personal ID at the ROM admissions desk upon arrival. Guest privileges do not apply.
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Enjoy a Delectable Thanksgiving Brunch at the McMichael on October 11 and 12!
To book a reservation, call 905.893.1121 ext. 2262.
For more information, click here.
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Current Exhibitions
LAST CHANCE TO VIEW!
Charles Pachter and Margaret Atwood:
The Journals of Susanna Moodie
On until October 12, 2009
Explore the literary world of Margaret Atwood and the wonderful accompanying images of Charles Pachter originating from Atwood's illustrated book of poems, The Journals of Susanna Moodie.
Diana Thorneycroft:
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On until November 29, 2009
Discover the satirical works of Diana Thorneycroft in Canada, Myth and History. Through her compositions of modern-day life and historical events set against the landscapes of the Group of Seven and their contemporaries, Thorneycroft explores notions of Canadian identity and cultural ideologies, while deconstructing mythological narratives.
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Child's Play
On until February 14, 2010 
Based exclusively on the McMichael's permanent collection, Child's Play is an educational exhibition exploring the theme of children in Canadian art.
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Upcoming Exhibitions
Maria Chapdelaine
December 5, 2009 to January 3, 2010 
Experience the popular 1916 novel, Maria Chapdelaine--a story depicting life in rural Quebec--through Clarence Gagnon's brilliant illustrations.
Tom Forrestall: Paintings, Drawings, Writings
January 30 to May 23, 2010 
Explore the "magical realism" of Tom Forrestall's paintings, drawings, and journal sketchbooks by examining themes of nature and tensions between reality and the imagination. This retrospective exhibition chronicles the artist's curious observation and exploration of his surroundings, the nature of his creativity, and the source of his visions, through his works.
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The McMichael Canadian Art Collection
For Groups of Seven or More.
AN IDEAL VENUE FOR ALL TYPES OF SPECIAL OCCASIONS AND CORPORATE FUNCTIONS
 From the grandeur of our Great Hall to the intimacy of our Founders' Lounge, the McMichael Canadian Art Collection is the ideal venue for your event.
Choose from a variety of indoor settings or opt for the outdoors. Set amid 100 acres of natural landscape, our grounds provide a tranquil setting, perfect for outdoor ceremonies and cocktail receptions. The Founders' Lounge, made of fieldstone and hand-hewn logs, as well as the Pine Cottage and Meeting House, offer options for inspiring off-site meetings or a relaxing team-building event.
- Unique Environment
- Elegant Atmosphere
- Personalized Experience
- Exclusive Venue and Art Viewing Available
"The McMichael gallery was just the alternative venue that we were looking for to host our wedding event because it reflected our enthusiasm for art, culture and the environment." Anjali Misra and Ketan Shankardass, August 29, 2008. For more information, call 905.893.1121, ext. 2536 or email events@mcmichael.com.
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Programs and Events Calendar
OCTOBER 4
Sunday Concert Series
Otteto Prosciutto
OCTOBER 11
Family Sunday:
Northern Exposure
OCTOBER 12
Thanksgiving Day, Gallery Open
OCTOBER 15 to DECEMBER 3
Children's Classes and Workshops:
Art4Tots, for parents and their pre-schoolers, ages 3 and 4
Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. to noon
ArtApprentices, for parents and their children, ages 5 and 6 Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
OCTOBER 17
Lectures:
Canada, Myth and History: Curator Talk with Sharona Adamowicz-Clements
11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
OCTOBER 17 to DECEMBER 12
SAM: Saturdays at the McMichael
Children's Classes, ages 5 to 12
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to noon
Open Studio for Teens, ages 13 to 19
Saturdays, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
OCTOBER 18
Canadian Stories:
Art of the First Peoples
Sunday Concert Series:
Tara Davidson
Jazz Saxophone
OCTOBER 25
ArtChat:
Georgian Bay: Reflections
Register Now!
Some of the programs listed above require registration. To register, fill out the online form. For more information, call 905.893.1121 ext. 2240 or visit www.mcmichael.com. |
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Sculptures and More!
Check out our new selection of jewellery, novelty and collector's items, and exhibition merchandise.
This fundraiser, organized by