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Renowned for showcasing exclusively Canadian art, the gallery features works by the Group of Seven and their contemporaries, First Nations, Inuit and contemporary Canadian artists. The gallery is set amidst 100 acres of stunning woodlands with outdoor sculptures, nature trails and picnic areas. Natural surroundings make the McMichael Gallery a perfect indoor or outdoor destination.

About the Collections
The McMichael Canadian Art Collection is comprised of works by the Group of Seven and their contemporaries, First Nations, Inuit, and contemporary Canadian artists.

The Group of Seven paintings, first inspired by Canadian wilderness early in this century, record this nation's rugged landscape in highly individualistic styles.

Works by artists of First Nations and Inuit ancestry as well as contemporary artists who have made a contribution to Canadian Heritage are included in the permanent collection.

Special exhibitions of Canadian art are presented regularly.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 6,000 Permanent


Archives
Library & Archives are open weekdays 10a.m.-4p.m. by appointment only.

The Library and Archives focus on Canadian art, with a strong emphasis on the Group of Seven and their contemporaries, Inuit, and First Nations art and culture. Our holdings include: books, exhibition catalogues, periodicals, artists' files and slides. The archives contain primary source materials including: photographs, letters, journals, manuscripts, sketch books, audio-visual resources, commercial work and memorabilia.
Architectural Records • Electronic Records • Prints and Drawings • Manuscripts • Microforms • Films and Videos • Photographs • Sound Recordings • Textual Records
• Other : Slides; photographs

Fine Arts
The collection is comprised of works by the Group of Seven and their contemporaries, Inuit, First Nations, and contemporary Canadian artists.
Culture: Canadian : Aboriginal or First Nations : Inuit
Period: Contemporary • Historical
Media: Mixed Media, Multimedia or Installations • Painting • Photography • Prints and Drawings • Sculpture • Sketchbooks or Albums
Miscellaneous: Folk Art

Human History
Ceremonial Objects • Costumes and Accessories • Imaging : Photographs • Masks

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Services & Activities
The McMichael Canadian Art Collection offers a wide range of services including: a comprehensive education program at the elementary and secondary school levels; adult education programs; guided group tours by appointment; programs for Kindergarten and special interest groups; public tours; lectures; artists in residence; archives; gift shop; meeting and wedding facilities.

Research Services
Library & Archives are open weekdays 10a.m.-4p.m. by appointment only.

The Library and Archives focus on Canadian art, with a strong emphasis on the Group of Seven and their contemporaries, Inuit, and First Nations art and culture. Our holdings include: books, exhibition catalogues, periodicals, artists' files and slides. The archives contain primary source materials including: photographs, letters, journals, manuscripts, sketch books, audio-visual resources, commercial work and memorabilia.
Archival Records • Library • Slide Library

Educational Programs
EXPERIENCE THE HIGH QUALITY AND RELEVANCE OF MCMICHAEL’S EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING WHICH WE CONTINUALLY UPDATE TO CURRENT CURRICULUM STANDARDS. IN LIGHT OF NEW SCHOLARSHIP, COME SEE HOW OUR NEWLY INSTALLED PERMANENT COLLECTION IS NOW MORE VIBRANT, OPENING UP NEW THEMES AND IDEAS FOR YOUR STUDENTS TO EXPLORE. Our experienced educators engage students in activities that meet specific expectations in areas of: knowledge of principles of design, creative work and critical thinking. Programs are highly interactive, with an emphasis on developing visual awareness and vocabulary so students may appreciate and discuss works of art.
School Programs : Age 0-4 (Pre-School) : Age 5-11 (k-6) : Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP) : Age 18 and up (Post-Secondary) • Seniors Programs • Family Programs • Classes or Workshops • Demonstrations • Discovery Room or Centre • Films • Internships • Lectures

Visitor Services
Bilingual Services • Films and Videos • Guided Tours : English : French • Accessible by Public Transportation • Children's Activities or Services : Playground : Strollers Available : Nursing area or Change Table • Meeting Room Rental • Nature Trails, Walks or Gardens • Parking Facilities : Charged • Gift shop • Special Needs Facilities : Parking : Signs : Washrooms : Wheelchairs available : Wheelchair access • Cloakroom • Washrooms
• Other : Gallery membership
• Other Guided Tours: Public tours of the gallery and major special exhibitions are available every weekend at 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available • Volunteer Training Offered
Number of volunteers: 35+
Activities: The gallery has a volunteer program that focuses on a collegial framework to support the gallery's mission.
Activities encompass but are not limited to docent program, event fundraising and delivery of support for public programs. Docents conduct educational tours for school groups and the general public.

Member Privileges
Free gallery admission and parking; 2 free guest passes per year; discounts in the Gallery Shop; newsletters; invitations to exhibition openings and Members' events; reciprocal admission privileges with many other Canadian galleries and museums; acknowledgement in the Annual Report.

Food Services
Lighter fare is available in the McMichael Cafe, overlooking the scenic Humber Valley. Visitors enjoy soup, sandwiches, salads, pita wraps, muffins and more.
Snack Bar or Vending Machines • Picnic Area • Catering Services • Reception Facilities • Restaurant

Internet Services
General Information  •  Collections  •  Events  •  Virtual Exhibitions  •  Education  •  School Visits or Programs  •  Children  •  Directions or Map  • Local History  •  Online Giftshop or Bookstore  •  Other Internet Services  • 

Local Tourism Links
Local Attractions  •  Hotels  • Restaurants  • Shopping  •  Other Services  • 

Other Services
The McMichael Canadian Art Collection is pleased to offer facilities for meetings and conferences and the perfect location for a unique wedding.


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Publications & Products
The Gallery Shop and website offer special exhibition catalogues. Guests will also find an extensive selection of publications about Canadian artists and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection.

Catalogues • Posters • Postcards • Newsletters • Videos • Brochures • Books • Annual Reports • T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps • Tour Packages • Commemorative Souvenirs • Educational kits • Other : Sketches (members' newsletter

Hours & Admission

Operation: Year Round 
ArtVenture Summer Camp, March Break Art Camp
Open: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed: Christmas Day (December 25th)
Admission: Charged
Adults $15.00
Seniors and Students $12.00
Children under 5 free
Families $30.00
Members Free
Parking $5.00/car
(group tours also available)
Members parking Free
Discounts: Seniors • Students • Groups • CMA members


Address
McMichael Canadian Art Collection
10365 Islington Avenue,  Kleinburg,  Ontario 
L0J 1C0
Telephone:   905.893.1121 / 1.888.213.1121
Fax:   905.893.0692
E-mail: info@mcmichael.com


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Last updated: 2010 07 29