3 Best Art Galleries in Toronto

“Art Gallery of Ontario has an extensive collection of drawings and prints. They have Ken Thomson's 2,000 outstanding works, which makes it one of the most prominent galleries. The gallery features many essential sculptures, such as those found in the Henry Moore Sculpture Park. The Art Gallery of Ontario's collection includes more than 95,000 works spanning the 1st century to the present day. They reflect many art styles, such as historical artifacts, miniatures, paintings, books and medieval illuminations, film and video art, & more. Furthermore, the Art Gallery collection features immersive installation, painting, sculpture, paper works, photography, music, video, and sound. Under the age of 25 and a child single day (0-9 yrs), the AGO can enjoy a free annual pass.”

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“The Power Plant is a non-collecting public art gallery dedicated exclusively to contemporary visual art from Canada and the world. This is dedicated to presenting modern art, artists, and ideas through ground-breaking exhibitions and has award-winning publications & public programs. The art gallery represents a broad network of community partners and is recognized as National, a charitable organization sponsored at all levels of government by their members, supporters, donors, and supporting agencies. The gallery cooperates with artists regularly to create unique curated artwork and merchandise. The power plant gratefully accepts the substantial donations it earns from public organizations, private individuals, and companies.”

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“Museum of Contemporary Art museum is driven by their conviction that art galleries can be helpful in a cultural and social context. They promote great creative thought and provide a forum for dialogue and imagination within the culture. Museum of Contemporary Art opens the doors of a 55,000-square-foot purpose-designed home in a former industrial space at the heart of a new neighborhood in the Junction Triangle. MOCA exhibited the work of more than 1,100 Canadian and other foreign artists, held more than 200+ exhibits, and received 40,000 visitors each year. Museum of Contemporary Art offers three free adult tickets for chaperones for school-guided visits & studio activities. The museum has also presented exhibitions and projects in the United States, China, Taiwan, France, Germany, Italy and Spain. The Museum of Contemporary Art's ground floor is always free to the public.”

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