Art Gallery of Alberta

The Art Gallery of Alberta is a centre of excellence for the visual arts in Western Canada, connecting people, art and ideas. The AGA is focused on the development and presentation of original exhibitions of contemporary and historical art from Alberta, Canada and around the world. The AGA also offers a full-range of art education and public programs. Founded in 1924, the Art Gallery of Alberta maintains a collection of over 6,000 objects and is the oldest cultural institution in Alberta and the only museum in the province solely dedicated to the exhibition and preservation of art and visual culture. The AGA recently underwent a major re-building project. Designed by Los Angeles architect Randall Stout, the 85,000 sq foot (7,900 sq metres) new AGA opens to the public on January 31, 2010. The new Gallery features three floors of premiere exhibition space; the City of Edmonton Terrace; the Singhmar Centre for Art Education; Zinc resto lounge; shopAGA; Ledcor Theatre and an Art Rental and Sales Gallery.

The Art Gallery of Alberta is a not-for-profit organization that relies on the support of its Members, donors, sponsors and government. The AGA is grateful for the generous support of the many public and private donors and sponsors who have made the AGA’s New Vision possible, as well as the ongoing support of the City of Edmonton, the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, The Canada Council for the Arts and our Members.

About the Collections

The Gallery's collection includes over 7000 historical and contemporary paintings, sculptures, prints, installation works and photographs by national and international artists.

Approximate number of objects in the collections: 7000

Fine Arts

Culture:
Canadian • Aboriginal or First Nations • Inuit • European

Period:
Contemporary • Modern • Historical

Media:
Mixed Media, Multimedia or Installations • Painting • Photography • Prints and Drawings • Sculpture • Sketchbooks or Albums • Film and Video

Human History

Imaging • Transportation

Natural Sciences

Plants and Animals (Biological Collections)
Scientific Specimens • Aquatic Organisms • Botany • Zoology

Services & Activities

Art Rental Service, Facility Rental

Educational Programs

Classes or Workshops • Discovery Room or Centre • Family Programs • Films • Lectures • School Programs : Age 5-11 (k-6) : Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP) : Age 18 and up (Post-Secondary) • Seniors Programs
Other: School Tours, Teachers' In-service programs

Visitor Services

Guided Tours : English : French • Accessible by Public Transportation • Art Rental • Children's Activities or Services • Information Centre or Desk • Meeting Room Rental • Gift shop • Special Needs Facilities : Washrooms : Wheelchair access • Cloakroom • Washrooms • Audio Guides • Parking Facilities
Other Guided Tours: French

Volunteer Services

Volunteer Services Available • Volunteer Training Offered

Number of Volunteers: 120

Activities: Fundraisers, greeters, Board, special events, program assistance, casinos, admin. assistance, shop

Member Privileges

free admission, discount on programs and gift shop (10%), discount on Art Rental and Sales (20%), subscription to e-newsletter, invitations to openings

Food Services

the Terrace Café located on the third level of the Gallery is great for lunch, snacks on the go and casual dining experiences. Zinc resto lounge is also located at the Art Gallery of Alberta.

Cafeteria
Other: The Terrace Café on the 3rd floor is open in conjunction with gallery hours.

Internet Services

General Information • Events • Education • School Visits or Programs • Children • Directions or Map • Online Giftshop or Bookstore

Local Tourism Links

Restaurants

Publications and Products

Alberta

Annual Reports • Brochures • Catalogues • Newsletters • Postcards • Posters • T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps

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