Paraskeva Clark, Self-Portrait (detail), 1931–32. Oil on cardboard, 41 × 31 cm. Collection of Museum London, Ontario. Purchased 1994. © Estate of Paraskeva Clark. Photo: Museum London
Free Thursday Nights:
Sips and bites
Enjoy sips and bites at our free Thursday nights, featuring a cash bar with seasonal refreshments, snacks and music by a local DJ. Seed your creativity by creating a watercolour painting. Splashy watercolour pigments and special seed paper will brighten up your winter nights. Plant your pictures later for a wildflower surprise.
During your next Thursday night visit, you’ll be able to sip on a Fresh Perspective and snack on everything from charcuterie and cheese boards to caprese skewers and smoked salmon with crostini.
Book your tickets to visit the Gallery for free on Thursday nights from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
3 to See:
Stories and Voices
30 minutes, one theme, three artworks: discover new-to-you spaces and artists with 3 to See, a selection of three artworks connected by one theme.
The second theme is Stories and Voices featuring three fascinating artworks from the NGC collection which create space for finding meaning, interesting discussions and connections. Explore the artists’ personal stories and share the uniqueness of our lived experience.
Join a free 30-minute guided tour with one of our interpreters on Thursday nights to see these incredible works.
Winter Adventures
for the Whole Family
Artists and creators of all ages and stages are welcome at the Gallery.
Explore how to share ideas through the creative use of paint in Open Studio which continues weekends and holidays from 10 am to 4 pm throughout the winter season.
Special Boutique
offers
Visit the Boutique on free Thursday nights for exclusive offers. There’s a different promotion every week, featuring some of our most-loved items, like art supplies, books, posters, prints and more. Discover these offers in store, Thursdays 5 to 8 p.m.
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