The OAG Shop is thrilled to be hosting its second Mini Market: Fall Edition on September 27th, 2025, 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 handmade goods that highlight the exceptional talent of artists […]
ByWard Market Experience Ottawa’s art scene like never before. Three of the city’s leading cultural voices—the National Gallery of Canada, the Ottawa Art Gallery, and the ByWard Market District Authority—are teaming up to bring you Art Walk 2025, a one-of-a-kind afternoon of art, conversation, and community. What to Expect Kickoff at the National Gallery of Canada: Gather on the […]
Join the OAG at Rideau Hall on September 28 and learn about the rich tradition of printmaking in Nunavik. Get inspired by the works of Jessie Koneak Jones, Maggie Napartuk, and Manu Qaunaaluk, and create your own print to take home!
The 44.4 Mother/Artist Collective presents a partnership with the Ottawa Art Gallery for the 2025 calendar year. We are thrilled to invite you to join us for the 44.4 Artist/Mother Collective Monthly Art Social on the fourth Sunday of every month from 3-5pm in the OAG Studio. These two hours are meant to spark connection […]
This group offers a gentle and creative space where calming music and artmaking come together to support relaxation and self-expression. Each session starts with exploring different music styles through art—such as jazz, folk, or funk—followed by a meditative drawing space to help you feel grounded and ready for the day. It’s a peaceful way to […]
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 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 for an evening of creativity, learning, and connection around the theme of mentorship in arts, wellness, and healthcare. HeARTcare Cafés are regular events bringing together arts and health advocates to foster collaboration, build knowledge, and strengthen collective resources. Schedule of Events 6:00 PM – Doors Open, Light Refreshments 6:15 PM – Performance/Art Presentation […]
Exhibitions Endless Becomings: Explorations in Contemporary Art | Level 3 Project XO 2025: Alexa Mazzarello - Failure to Progress | Level 3 SPAO: On the Shoulders of Giants | Level 1 You do not want to miss this celebration! Evening festivities will include speeches, refreshments, and a performance by artist Sarah Hughes in the exhibition […]
Igniting Creative Pathways Oct 16-19, 2025 FREE and Open to the Public Presented by the Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) and the SPAO Photographic Arts Centre, FOCUS FEST is a multi-day celebration of Ottawa’s vibrant creative sector. Together, these institutions offer a uniquely complementary perspective: OAG fuels the careers of artists and provides a platform for […]
Join us in the Studio on October 19th for a special edition of Creative Sundays, presented in partnership with the Embassy of Mexico, The Modern American School of Mexico City and the National Autonomous University of Mexico! Learn about the traditions and celebrations of the Day of the Dead with a skull decorating workshop led […]
You’re invited to the Creative Opportunities Conference, a free event taking place at the Ottawa Art Gallery’s Alma Duncan Salon on Sunday, October 19, 2025. This one-day event is a fantastic opportunity to learn about a range of arts education, creative careers, and artistic development opportunities available right here in the greater Ottawa-Gatineau region. The […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The OAG Shop is thrilled to welcome something big to its space: The Ottawa Miniature Gallery. Explore a curated selection of miniature artwork displayed in a tiny gallery from December 5th to January 30th. On view inside the OAG Shop, located on level 1 of the Ottawa Art Gallery.
The OAG Shop is thrilled to be hosting its third Mini Market: Holiday Edition on December 6th, 2025, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. Located on level 1 just outside the OAG Shop, visitors can discover our special selection of vendors who will be showcasing their unique handmade goods that highlight the exceptional talent of artists and […]
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 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 (level 0) for a free drop-in family art activity. Get inspired by the artworks of automatistes painters like Marcelle Ferron as you experiment with palette knifes to create snowflakes. All materials will be provided.
Warm up with a day of art, conversation, and tea. This year’s Firestone Day: Art + Tea at the OAG launches the OAG’s cultural celebrations recognizing Ottawa’s 200th. It sets the stage for a year of exhibitions, events, and cultural activations that explore what 200+ years of Ottawa means today, while also acknowledging the much deeper history of this land that extends well […]
Join us to learn more about outdoor painting in the Ottawa-Gatineau region through the work of Group of Seven member A. Y. Jackson and his associates with OAG’s Assistant Curator, Amy Wallace, in Visions and Views: Landscape and Abstraction in the Firestone Collection of Canadian Art (level 2)! Amy Wallace, PhD, is Assistant Curator at […]
The OAG Shop is thrilled to be hosting our first Mini Market of 2026, Valentine’s Edition, on February 8th, 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
You do not want to miss this celebration! Evening festivities will include refreshments and a conversation with curators and artists hosted by Alexandra Badzak. Schedule 6 PM Reception Begins in the Alma Duncan Salon, level 3 6:20 PM Speeches and a Conversation with Curators and Artists hosted by Alexandra Badzak, in the Alma Duncan Salon, level […]
Please join us at the OAG on Saturday, April 18th in the Spencerville gallery, level 3, from 1:30 PM to 3 PM for a panel discussion with artist Leah Decter and co-curators Rachelle Dickenson and Carla Taunton. The artworks by Leah Decter, a white settler artist and scholar, offer an opportunity to reflect on repair and care of relationships to the land and to each other. With captivating textures and colours, she provides a […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
