Find the OAG Art Tent at Giant Tiger's Walkey location on May 3rd! The OAG Art Tent is a mobile art studio that travels to festivals and community events during the warmer months. The tent provides a fun, friendly and bilingual space for adults and kids of all ages to explore their creativity. Art tent activities are always free! This is […]
Join us in the Studio on the first Wednesday of every month for Toddler Mornings at the Ottawa Art Gallery. Explore creative play with a variety of activities that foster creativity and problem solving skills in toddlers and their caretakers. Toddler Mornings are led by OAG Educator Wendy Moir. Wendy is passionate about art education […]
Join us in the Studio for Creative Sundays, a free drop in art activity suitable for all ages. Discover the current exhibition with a knowledgeable gallery educator and explore your creativity with family and friends. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. THIS IS A FREE, ALL-AGES ACTIVITY. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information email […]
Paint the Town Pink! Join us for the Ottawa Art Gallery’s Give to Get Art Auction presented by TD, a beloved annual fundraising event supporting the art and artists of the Ottawa-Gatineau region, as well as OAG’s exhibitions, permanent collection, and community programming. Held in the ultramodern Alma Duncan Salon on level 3, this evening features interactive art activations, culinary delights, live music, and the opportunity to bid on […]
The OAG’s Learning and Engagement team offers Art Talk phone calls in partnership with The Good Companions Seniors’ Centre and other seniors’ organizations. Experience a taste of the local world of art by joining us for engaging discussions about the OAG’s diverse exhibitions and collections, where our expert guide provides in-depth descriptions of artworks and the […]
Join us at the Bytown Museum on Thursday, May 28th for a special edition of Sketchy Thursdays. Start the evening with an exclusive after hours tour of the Bytown Museum, from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Led by a knowledgeable guide, this tour will include a visit to the Bytown’s recently unveiled special exhibition: What's in a Frame? 200+ Years of Community Portraits. […]
Join us in the Studio on the first Wednesday of every month for Toddler Mornings at the Ottawa Art Gallery. Explore creative play with a variety of activities that foster creativity and problem solving skills in toddlers and their caretakers. Toddler Mornings are led by OAG Educator Wendy Moir. Wendy is passionate about art education […]
On Saturday and Sunday, visitors are invited to take part in exclusive Vault Tours, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at the OAG’s art storage and collections. Arrive early to secure your spot as these tours are available on a first come, first served basis. Vault Tours – on the hour (Vault, level 0) 10 AM, […]
Join us for a day of free programming at the OAG, celebrating our current exhibition: Faith Fyles: In Full Bloom! This FREE event is open to everyone – registration is required for the screening and panel discussion, and all are welcome! Drop in to the Studio for a Special Edition Creative Sunday to create quilled flower […]
The OAG Shop is thrilled to be hosting its second Mini Market of 2026, Spring Edition, on June 7th, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. Located on level 1 just outside the OAG Shop, visitors can discover our specially curated selection of vendors who will be showcasing their unique and handmade goods that highlight the exceptional talent of […]
Doors open at 1 PM Screening (49 mins.), Alma Duncan Salon level 3 *English presentation with French subtitles Please note, this screening is free, but registration is required. REGISTER HERE This screening is part of an OAG Programming Day and will be followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion on the topic of Women in Agriculture in relation to the OAG’s exhibition Faith Fyles: In Full Bloom. Moderated […]
Find the OAG Art Tent at the Festival Franco- Ontarien on June 12th! The OAG Art Tent is a mobile art studio that travels to festivals and community events during the warmer months. The tent provides a fun, friendly and bilingual space for adults and kids of all ages to explore their creativity. Art tent activities are always free! This is an all-ages activity. […]
Find the OAG Art Tent at Art in the Park on June 13th ! The OAG Art Tent is a mobile art studio that travels to festivals and community events during the warmer months. The tent provides a fun, friendly and bilingual space for adults and kids of all ages to explore their creativity. Art tent activities are always free! This […]
Drop in to the OAG on Sunday June 14th between 11 AM – 5 PM to view a performance by artist Leah Decter titled s(h)red serge. This free event will take place in the Spencerville Gallery, Level 3. In this performance Leah Decter’s quietly disruptive gestures call for a careful examination of how we understand Canadian mythologies such as those associated with the RCMP and the real-world impacts of their […]
Join civic leaders, cultural partners, artists, businesses, and community members for the official public launch of Ottawa’s downtown ACE District, a dynamic destination dedicated to Arts, Culture, and Entertainment 📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 📍 Ottawa Sign, York Street, ByWard Market REGISTER HERE This milestone event will formally introduce the ACE District as a unique collaboration between the […]
Find the OAG Art Tent at the Summer Solsctice Indigenous Festival on June 20th! The OAG Art Tent is a mobile art studio that travels to festivals and community events during the warmer months. The tent provides a fun, friendly and bilingual space for adults and kids of all ages to explore their creativity. Art tent activities are always free! This is an all-ages activity. […]
Join us in the Studio for Creative Sundays, a free drop in art activity suitable for all ages. Discover the current exhibition with a knowledgeable gallery educator and explore your creativity with family and friends. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. THIS IS A FREE, ALL-AGES ACTIVITY. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information email […]
Join us in the Studio on the last Thursday of every month to learn art techniques at the Ottawa Art Gallery. With summer plein air sessions and surprise guest artists, this program changes often and offers a range of learning opportunities and sketching settings. Register here. Art materials will be provided. For more information email […]
The OAG’s Learning and Engagement team offers Art Talk phone calls in partnership with The Good Companions Seniors’ Centre and other seniors’ organizations. Experience a taste of the local world of art by joining us for engaging discussions about the OAG’s diverse exhibitions and collections, where our expert guide provides in-depth descriptions of artworks and the […]
Find the OAG Art Tent at the Lowertown Community Summer BBQ Bash on July 3rd ! The OAG Art Tent is a mobile art studio that travels to festivals and community events during the warmer months. The tent provides a fun, friendly and bilingual space for adults and kids of all ages to explore their creativity. Art tent activities are always free! This […]
Find the OAG Art Tent at the Ottawa Titans’ Dino Day on July 12th! The OAG Art Tent is a mobile art studio that travels to festivals and community events during the warmer months. The tent provides a fun, friendly and bilingual space for adults and kids of all ages to explore their creativity. Art tent activities are always free! […]
The OAG’s Learning and Engagement team offers Art Talk phone calls in partnership with The Good Companions Seniors’ Centre and other seniors’ organizations. Experience a taste of the local world of art by joining us for engaging discussions about the OAG’s diverse exhibitions and collections, where our expert guide provides in-depth descriptions of artworks and the […]
Join us in the Studio on the last Thursday of every month to learn art techniques at the Ottawa Art Gallery. With summer plein air sessions and surprise guest artists, this program changes often and offers a range of learning opportunities and sketching settings. Register here. Art materials will be provided. For more information email […]
Find the OAG Art Tent at Colonel By Day on August 3rd! The OAG Art Tent is a mobile art studio that travels to festivals and community events during the warmer months. The tent provides a fun, friendly and bilingual space for adults and kids of all ages to explore their creativity. Art tent activities are always free! This is […]
Join us at the OAG's Galerie Annexe on August 13 for the opening reception of ሀሌታ | Haleta: The Threshold of Being. Evening festivities will include refreshments and speeches. 5:30 PM - Doors Open (Alma Duncan Salon) 6 PM - Speeches - NEW: level 3, Alma Duncan Salon 6:20 PM - Reception - NEW: level 3, Alma Duncan […]
