At the Art Gallery of Burlington, we stand as a dynamic cultural beacon, passionately dedicated to bringing contemporary art and craft to life in ways that resonate deeply. We believe in the transformative power of art, fostering connections that inspire us to cultivate meaningful relationships and a richer understanding of ourselves and the world around us. We honour the water protectors and land stewards of the Indigenous peoples whose unwavering care has nurtured the Treaty Lands and Territory where we create, learn, play, and innovate.
“When you find different materials, you want to tell different stories.” With this deceptively simple assertion, Markham-based, Kurdish-born artist Roda Medhat situates material not merely as a medium but a narrative engine.
In her exhibition “she died a death by a thousand cuts,” Toronto-based artist Phuong Nguyen constructs a haunting meditation on colonialism, cultural appropriation, and the spectral life of objects.
The Living Room is an informal space for conversation, creativity, and rest. The project is the final stop on a three-year journey to build an all-ages, flexible programming space designed…
This three-week course will explore the basic techniques of resist dyeing with ties, stitching and pleating, with the goal of providing an understanding of how to create natural dye vats and resist techniques.
Enjoy a fun afternoon in the Clay Studio with friends and family as we teach you how to build structural forms out of clay using beginner-friendly handbuilding techniques.
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Here you’ll discover a world where contemporary art and craft come to life. Whether you are visiting for an exhibition, taking part in a workshop, or simply exploring our collections, we invite you to join us in celebrating the creativity and innovation that define our community.
Explore the dynamic world of contemporary Canadian ceramics at the Art Gallery of Burlington.
Karla Rivera, Belongings, 2021.
Glazes, Slip-cast porcelain.
2022.031.0.2
Donated by Joan Bennett, 2022.
We honour the sacred land we have operated on for nearly 50 years. Steeped in the traditions of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Métis, it carries the weight of countless stories, teachings, and cultural practices that have thrived across generations. Our commitment goes beyond acknowledgment; we embrace the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant, promoting peaceful coexistence and respect for the Earth among the Iroquois Confederacy, Ojibway, and allied Nations.
We recognize that this land belongs to the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and express gratitude for their stewardship. At the Art Gallery of Burlington, we foster an inclusive environment for community engagement, reflecting the values of harmony upheld by First Nations. As custodians of contemporary Canadian ceramics, we recognize the connection between our art and Indigenous traditions, celebrating the clay that embodies the land’s essence and our shared responsibility to honour our bond with nature.
