Nestled in the heart of the downtown core, the Art Gallery of Hamilton has been a proud symbol of the city’s artistic heritage for more than 110 years. Since its founding in 1914, the AGH has grown into the largest art museum in the region, home to a dynamic and growing collection of Canadian and international art.
For his exhibition, Greg Staats: Runners Continuum, the artist participated in a conversation with the Art Gallery of Hamilton’s Melissa Bennett (Senior Curator of Contemporary Art) and Celia Vernal (Lead of Public Programs) to explore the nuanced meanings within his lens-based works.
Volunteers exemplify the best in all of us. They give of themselves – not because they seek accolades or monetary gain – but because they choose to support causes that strengthen their communities and make the world a brighter place for everyone. Through their generosity and dedication, they share the greatest gift of all – … Continued
The excitement is palpable every year. Each spring, the Art Gallery of Hamilton hosts Ontario’s largest art sale west of Toronto, and the anticipation builds quickly as the opening date draws near. Art collectors from across the region gather in the beautiful Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Pavilion for the annual AGH Art Sale, which is … Continued
Helen Hadden touched so many lives at the Art Gallery of Hamilton. For more than 50 years, she inspired others through her tireless work as an AGH Volunteer and Docent. Helen was a colleague, a role model, a mentor – and most of all, a good friend. When Helen passed away on January 25, 2025, … Continued
An exciting new initiative in Hamilton is enabling visitors to interact with pieces in the permanent collection like never before. Sponsored by the incite Foundation for the Arts, Beyond the Frame is a groundbreaking art-activation project that uses audio, video, and augmented reality to provide interpretive, sensory, and reimagined experiences to activate selected works from the AGH Collection.
The journey toward gender equality requires courage, determination and resilience. These words perfectly epitomize the subjects of Her Too: Contemporaries of Helen McNicoll, a new exhibition at the Art Gallery of Hamilton.
There’s no other place like it. When it comes to kids’ camps for March Break and summer vacation, nothing can compare to a week at the Art Gallery of Hamilton. Where else can campers enjoy great art from Canada and around the world, and also learn from practicing artists who have a passion for teaching?
‘Tis the season for holiday shopping! Whether you’re looking for books, jewelry, crafts, or unique art pieces that were made locally, look no further than the Art Gallery of Hamilton.