Art Gallery of Burlington
Record #: BTN0112 | Last Full Update: 26 Jul 2021 |
Contact Information | |
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Office Phone | 905-632-7796; Brock Lobby Information Desk 905-632-7796 ext 367 |
Fax | 905-632-0278 |
info@artgalleryofburlington.com | |
Website | https://agb.life/ |
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Primary Contact | Nancy Helmers, Senior Manager, Engagement; Phone: 905-632-7796 ext 316; Email: nancy@agb.life |
Alternate Contact | Laura Buisman, Marketing Coordinator; Phone: 905-632-7796 ext 304; Email: laura@agb.life |
Agency Information | |
Description (Agency) | Public art gallery (seventh largest in Ontario), that acts as a champion of visual art and fine craft in Burlington and engages the community in the appreciation and creation of visual arts |
Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
Primary Executive | Lina Jabra, Interim Executive Director; Phone: 905-632-7796 ext 306; Email: lina@agb.life |
Funding | City / Town ; Provincial - Ontario Arts Council ; Federal - Ministry of Culture and Communications ; Donations - registered charity |
Description and Service Details | |
Description (Service) | Art gallery with conservatory and outdoor courtyard * stages up to 20 exhibitions throughout the year, showcasing work from internationally recognized artists, national and regional artists, and local guild members * The Art Shop sells the work of Canadian artists and features an art rental program * home to seven art and fine craft guilds with studios and exhibition spaces * offers classes to adults and children in various craft and visual art disciplines such as life drawing, painting, basketry, calligraphy, pottery and cartooning * March break programs, art camps in summer months * provides opportunities for discovery and 'hands-on' learning, as well as mentoring and showcasing visual artists at all skill levels * dedicated to building and promoting its collection of Canadian contemporary ceramics Rental facilities: Fireside Lounge (up to 50 people) and Shoreline Room (up to 200 people) for weddings, parties, meetings, luncheons, seminars, etc. * tables and chairs provided * wireless Internet * conference calling available for meetings * preferred caterers available upon request |
Hours | AGB: Tue and Wed 10 am-9 pm * Thu-Sat 10 am-5 pm AGB Shop: Tue-Fri 12 noon-5 pm * Sat 10 am-5 pm Extended hours available for room rentals |
Areas Served | Halton Region |
Eligibility | No restrictions |
Application | Exhibitions open to all * call for information on rental facilities |
Languages | English |
Fees | Membership ; Service - for rental ; None - for admission ; metered parking |
Site Information | |
Located In Community | Burlington |
Address & Map | |
Intersection | Maple Ave and Lakeshore Rd |
Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
Categories and Classification | |
HCSD Main Heading | Arts / Culture ; Community Programs |
HCSD Sub Heading | Arts and Hobby Instruction ; Arts Associations ; Meeting Space ; Visual Arts |
Service Categories | Art Loan/Rental ; Arts and Crafts Instruction ; Arts Associations ; Banquet Facilities ; Meeting Space ; Visual Arts |