The Art Gallery of Burlington is a vibrant space where creativity, community, and culture converge—located downtown on the shores of Lake Ontario and the Waterfront Trail. With free dmission, thought-provoking exhibitions, engaging programs, and the world’s largest collection of contemporary Canadian ceramics, the AGB invites everyone to explore, learn, and connect.
Visit us at:
1333 Lakeshore Rd.
Burlington, ON
L7S 1A9
AGB Gallery Hours:
Closed Monday
Tuesday – Thursday: 10 am – 9 pm
Friday – Sunday: 10 am – 5 pm
AGB Shop Hours:
Closed Monday
Tuesday – Sunday: 10 am – 5 pm
Since 1978, the Art Gallery of Burlington has been a welcoming space for people to come together and connect through art. Overlooking Lake Ontario beside Spencer Smith Park, the AGB is a vibrant destination where creativity and community thrive.
At the heart of the AGB is an invitation to Learn. See. Think. Make. Our exhibitions and programs celebrate the richness of contemporary art and craft in Canada—showcasing innovative artists, thought-provoking ideas, and opportunities to engage hands-on.
Situated in Burlington’s cultural corridor—alongside the Joseph Brant Museum and the Burlington Performing Arts Centre—the AGB is a gathering place that sparks connection and discovery.
We recognize that the AGB stands on the ancestral territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Métis peoples, part of the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant. We honour the Mississaugas of the Credit, on whose Treaty Lands and Territory we create and learn.
From Toronto: The Art Gallery of Burlington is located 59 km from downtown Toronto. Travel west on the QEW toward Niagara and take the exit at North Shore Blvd. Turn left onto North Shore Blvd. E, then left at Brock Ave (one street after Maple Avenue), and turn right onto Elgin Street to reach the parking lot. You will enter the Gallery through the Brock Lobby, which is situated at the rear of the building.
From Niagara: The Art Gallery of Burlington is located approximately 70 km from Niagara. Travel east on the QEW towards Toronto and take the exit at North Shore Blvd (at the end of the Skyway Bridge) Turn right onto North Shore Blvd. E, then left at Brock Ave (one street after Maple Avenue), and turn right onto Elgin Street to reach the parking lot. You will enter the Gallery through the Brock Lobby, which is situated at the rear of the building.
From Toronto’s Union Station, take the Lakeshore West GO Train to Burlington GO Station. Use GO Transit’s Plan Your Trip page to find departure times and travel duration. The train journey takes about 50 minutes.
Board the #10 Bus (heading east to Appleby GO) and disembark at 1400 Lakeshore Road (13 minutes), then walk for 1 minute to reach the Art Gallery of Burlington. Enter through our Lakeshore Lobby at the corner of Lakeshore and Nelson Avenue.
Why not travel by bike? Did you know that Burlington has been designated a Bicycle-Friendly Community by the Share the Road Cycling Coalition?
We’re pleased to provide designated bicycle parking near our Brock Lobby entrance.
After exploring the Art Gallery of Burlington, why not take in the rest of what Burlington has to offer? The variety of trails throughout Burlington and its neighbouring regions is perfect for cyclists who are either riding recreationally or as a means of travel.
Go Transit also welcomes you to bring your bicycles and permissible e-bikes on their trains, check their guidelines for details.
We offer ample paid parking outside the Gallery at the Brock Lobby entrance, accessible from Elgin Street. Parking fees are $1.75 per hour, up to a maximum of $6 per day, with all proceeds directly supporting our educational programs. Payment can be made at the on-site kiosks using credit card only, while daily passes are available for purchase inside the Gallery using cash.
School buses should park at the rear of the parking lot after dropping off children at the Brock Lobby entrance.
Our Lakeshore and Brock Lobby entrances are equipped with automatic doors. Ramps and elevators facilitate access to the various levels of the Gallery.
Six accessible parking spaces are available at the front of the lot, closest to the Brock Lobby entrance.
Service animals are permitted in the Gallery.
Trans, Cisgender, Two-Spirit, and Non-Binary people are welcome here. Everyone has the right to safe public washroom access, including having the freedom to choose the washroom that best reflects who they are.
Wheelchairs are available for loan within the Gallery space.
For more information on accommodations please call us or email us.
Step into the Lee-Chin Family and Perry Galleries to experience rotating exhibitions that highlight contemporary art and craft, or wander the building to discover works from our Permanent Collection on display throughout the space. Every visit brings something new to see.
Make time to stop by the AGB Shop, where more than 100 Canadian artists share their work. From ceramics and paintings to glass and wood creations, the shop is full of one-of-a-kind treasures perfect for gifting—or for keeping yourself. You can shop online or in person, and Friends of the AGB enjoy 10% off purchases (with some exclusions) along with access to special promotions.
The AGB is also a space for families to learn and create together. Join us on Sundays for Family Open Studios or drop into Creative Commons throughout the week for hands-on activities inspired by our current exhibitions and collection. These programs are designed to spark creativity in children and adults alike. To learn more, visit our Families page.
