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Tour Programmes



Art @ Lunch (the first Wednesday of each month at 12:15 pm)

Sunday Tour Day (every Sunday at 2:00 pm)

Tea & Tours (the third Wednesday of each month at 3:00 pm)

Access AGH: Tactile (Touch) Tours (alternating Fridays in Winter 2012)

Access AGH: FM Devices for the Hearing Impaired (during Gallery Hours)

Access AGH: Exhibition Audio Guides (during Gallery Hours)

Private Group Tours (pre-arranged for select groups of 10 people or more)

Corporate Workshops (pre-arranged with Event Services)

Destination AGH (for clubs and organizations)

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Art @ Lunch

Kristen Bjornerud On the first Wednesday of each month, this intimate tour series focuses on select exhibitions and features AGH docents or curators sharing their expertise and research. The talks are free - Gallery Level One admission applies to Non-Members (when applicable).

 Upcoming Dates & Topics: 
  • Wednesday, March 7:
    Delve into the narratives and mythology of Kristen Bjornerud.*

  • Wednesday, April 4:
    Learn about the influence of artists like Bruegel and Bosch on William Kurelek’s work. Then take another look at the Bus and see how it all fits!*
 Details: 

Time: Wednesdays at 12:15 pm Pre-registration is not required. After a 40-minute talk, there will be time for questions or the opportunity to enjoy lunch in the Café at AGH.

*Gallery Level One Exhibitions: Non-Members can purchase exhibition tickets in advance online, or upon arrival to the Gallery.

Exhibition Ticket: AGH Members FREE | *Non-Members

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Sunday Tour Day

Tour Day is an excellent opportunity to enhance your Gallery visit. Learn more about the fascinating works of art on display from our skilled Docents. Tours last approximately 40 minutes.

Day & Time:
Sundays at 2:00 pm
Please arrive five minutes early to purchase admission and/or receive your entry sticker from the AGH Front Desk.

Planning a large group to attend at Tour Day? No problem!
Please call Laurie in advance of your
visit at 905-527-6610 ext. 272.


Exhibition Ticket: AGH Members FREE
Students & Seniors $8 | Non-Members $10
  

Family Visits
Pick up a Discovery Kit and a Family Activity Book at the front desk (free with admission). Discovery Kits contain a number of objects that children can touch during their Gallery visit, as well as some 'thinking questions' for you to discuss together. Activity Books encourage thinking, drawing and imagining as children complete the pages of their own booklets.

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James Tissot (French 1836–1902); Le Matin (detail), 1886; mezzotint; Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Collection, 2002; Photo: Roy and Carole Timm of Wavelength. Tea & Tours

On the third Wednesday of the month, join AGH Librarian and Docent Helen Hadden for a tour of selected exhibitions, followed by tea and discussion in the Café at AGH.

Please note: In the event that Tea & Tours focuses on Gallery Level ONE exhibitions, ticketed admission will apply to Non-Members.

Dates & Time: Wednesdays at 3:00 pm
NEXT: February 15, March 21, April 18

Price: AGH Members $4 | Non-Members (admission plus $4)
Pre-registration is not required. Please visit the AGH Front Desk upon arrival to receive Café at AGH coupon.

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Photo: Mike Lalich Access AGH

Experience art through the sense of touch at the AGH. During a tactile tour, visitors will work with Docents trained in verbal description to explore selected works on display. In addition, starting in June, a self-guided tour using an audio guide will allow visitors to explore the AGH’s Irving Zucker Sculpture Garden on their own.

Please contact Laurie Kilgour-Walsh at 905-527-6610 ext. 272
or e-mail to discuss this programme.


Tactile (Touch) Tours
Groups may also book tactile tours Tuesdays through Saturdays at your convenience. Please call at least 10 days in advance. Regular Gallery admission applies; free admission to AGH Members. Support persons are welcomed at no cost.

Winter Schedule:
Fridays at 3:00 pm -
January 20, February 3, 17, March 2, 16, 30, April 13, 27





FM Devices for Visitors who are Hearing Impaired
For all of our Tours, Talks and Studio Classes, FM devices are available to support visitors with special needs. When possible, please reserve in advance to ensure device is available.




Exhibition Audio Guides
Locate the symbol for Audio Tours under our Current Exhibitions webpage.

While visiting the Gallery on your own, you can still enjoy a guided tour thanks to our Audio Guides. Developed for selected exhibitions, the Audio Tours will provide an intimate experience as you learn more about the artists and works on display. Available for various exhibitions, Audio Guides are included in Gallery admission or are free for AGH Members. You will be asked to leave a piece of identification at the Front Desk when you sign out your Audio Guide.

*For children’s and/or school groups, please contact Laurie Kilgour-Walsh, 905-527-6610, ext. 272. Learn more...

Access AGH programmes are funded by the Government of Ontario:


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Private Group Tours

The AGH offers reduced rates to groups of 10 people or more, as well as providing the option for a captivating docent-led tour. We also give the option to enjoy a delicious meal from our Café or catering from Hospitality Services (pre-arranged).

Group Rates (per person):
Persons Group Discount  with Docent/Guide 

   Adults 

$8.00
$10.00


   Seniors*   

$6.00

$8.00

*Seniors are considered 65 years of age or older. If the group has a majority of seniors, the senior rate will apply to all participants.

Click here for more information on AGH Group Tours, including dining options Partner Packages

Questions? Please contact Vince Franco at 905-527-6610 ext. 225.

For children’s and school groups, please contact Laurie Kilgour-Walsh, 905-527-6610 ext. 272.

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Corporate Workshops

Need to Boost Creative Thinking? Encourage Team Building?

Let us show you how art can encourage innovative thinking for progressive leadership and team building. AGH Corporate Workshops will engage employee groups in creative thinking with unique activities. Art on view at the AGH is utilized to spark discussion about various strategies for professional success. Perception and interpretation of art and images are explored and linked to innovative workplace thinking.

Morning or afternoon sessions can be booked from Tuesday to Friday. The programme can be complemented by lunch, catered by our Event Services.

Please contact the Educator at 905-527-6610, ext. 272 to discuss programme details.

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Destination AGH

Photo: Mike Lalich

Calling all Day Care Centres, Girl Guides, Brownies, Cubs and Scouts! Destination AGH offers groups of 15 to 60 children the chance to see fabulous international artwork and create masterpieces of their own.

This interactive 90 minute programme is available evenings throughout the year, 6:30 to 8:00 Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Destination AGH fees: $7.00 per child for groups of 16-30.

To register or for more information about Destination AGH, please contact Laurie at 905-527-6610, ext. 272, or laurie@artgalleryofhamilton.com.

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