Museums

Also see Toronto Attractions

Art Gallery of Ontario. (AGO) "Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario is the eighth largest art museum in North America. The Gallery's collection comprises more than 36,000 works representing 1000 years of extraordinary art. The collection includes European Old Masters, Group of Seven, and Canadian and International contemporary works. The AGO also houses the world's largest public collection of works by renowned British sculptor Henry Moore. Admission includes a visit to The Grange, Toronto's oldest remaining brick house, fully restored to its mid-19th-century elegance."
The Bata Shoe Museum. "Collection: Over 10,000 shoes are housed the museum. Artifacts on exhibit range from Chinese bound foot shoes and ancient Egyptian sandals to chestnut crushing clogs and Elton John's platforms. The Museum celebrates the style and function of footwear in four galleries. Over 4,500 years of history and a collection of 20th century celebrity shoes are reflected in the permanent exhibition, 'All About Shoes'. Three other galleries feature special exhibitions." Comment: No woman who enjoys shoes should miss this museum. Even spouses will find it enjoyable. If not, there are numerous nearby cafes and restaurants where spouses can rest and people watch.

McMichael Canadian Art Collection. "The McMichael is unique in being the only major gallery in the country with the mandate to collect Canadian art exclusively. The collection offers visitors the opportunity to view one of the largest permanent displays of works by Tom Thomson, the Group of Seven and their contemporaries anywhere." Comment: The McMichael Gallery is not convenient for convention visitors because of its distance from the center of Toronto, but it is well worth the trip if you have a rental car or arrange for other transportation. Although they make little mention of it, the McMichael does have a cafe that serves better than average food for a museum. Their gift shop is more interesting than most because of its aboriginal art emphasis. The McMichael Gallery is large. Plan on spending several hours.
Ontario Science Centre. There's always lots to see and do at the Ontario Science Centre! With over 800 exhibits in 13 exhibition halls, we've got something for all ages - and you haven't seen movies until you've watched one in our giant IMAX' Dome Theatre! It's the only one in Ontario!"
Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). "The Royal Ontario Museum is the largest museum in Canada with an internationally renowned collection numbering more than five million objects. Located on one of the most fashionable corners in Toronto and next to the University of Toronto, the ROM is a popular destination. From galleries of art, archaeology and science, showcasing the world's culture and natural history, to exciting public programs and events, the ROM offers a truly engaging museum experience."
- Royal Ontario Museum Photographs by Max Lent.
For additional information on other galleries and art venues visit the City of Toronto Web site.

Home

Advertise on InfoTorontoCanad.com

Copyright 2005-2010 Max Lent Communications

This site is hosted by Bluehost.com

Other sites published by Max Lent Communications