Top Goya Expert travels to Edmonton for exclusive AGA lecture
Public talk explores famed printmaker Francisco Goya’s transition from satirist to history teller
March 9, 2010
EDMONTON, AB – The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) is pleased to welcome Dr. Janis Tomlinson for an exclusive, one-time lecture on the artist, Francisco Goya on Wednesday, March 17, 7pm. Dr. Tomlinson will share her wealth of knowledge about the 18th century artist in relation to the current AGA exhibition Francisco Goya: Disasters of War and Los Caprichos.
UK Degas expert opens lecture series at new Gallery
Prominent Degas art historian and curator to examine the complicated role sculpture played within the artist’s body of work
February 19, 2010
EDMONTON, AB –The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) is proud to present a public lecture on the sculpture of Edgar Degas by renowned UK scholar and curator Ann Dumas on Wednesday, February 24 at 7 pm.
Family programming kicks-off at the new AGA
Valentine’s Day marks the start of the gallery’s enhanced family-focused activities
February 11, 2010
EDMONTON, AB – Exciting family programs at the new Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) start this weekend. The AGA’s family-focused activities provide an opportunity for families and people of all ages to spend time together while engaging with current exhibitions and learning about the art-making process.
Thousands visit Art Gallery of Alberta during its opening days
February 4, 2010
EDMONTON, AB –The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) opened its new doors to an enthusiastic public this past weekend. During the first four days of opening events, close to 12,000 people took in the Randall Stout-designed building and exceptional historic and contemporary art exhibitions from Friday, January 29-Monday, February 1, 2010.
Art Gallery of Alberta opens
Architect, all three levels of government and community members join to mark the launch of Canada’s newest art gallery
January 29, 2010
EDMONTON, AB – The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA), in downtown Edmonton, will open to the public on January 31, 2010 at 9 am.
Two of Canada’s most renowned artists to speak in Edmonton
Internationally renowned artists Janet Cardiff and George Bures Miller discuss their work and process in an exclusive public appearance
January 25, 2010
EDMONTON, AB – The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA), in partnership with the University of Alberta, is proud to welcome Janet Cardiff and George Bures Miller for a one-time only lecture on Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 7 pm at Edmonton’s Telus Centre.
Additional free tickets to Art Gallery of Alberta’s Family Day now fully booked
Tickets booked within 24-hours of release
January 22, 2010
EDMONTON, AB – Free timed-tickets for Qualico Family Day at the Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) on February 15, 2010 are now fully booked. The tickets, released on January 20, 2010, were booked online within 24-hours.
Art Gallery of Alberta opening week includes launch of new series of late night parties
Series showcases Alberta-based visual and performing artists
January 22, 2010
EDMONTON, AB – The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) is excited to announce, as part of their opening week celebrations, the launch of a new series of late night art parties on Saturday, February 6, 2010.
Additional free public day added after overwhelming response to Art Gallery of Alberta’s two-day opening celebration
January 19, 2010
EDMONTON, AB – On Wednesday, January 20, 2010, the Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) will release 5,000 more free timed-tickets for a full day of free access on Qualico Family Day, February 15, 2010.
ATB Financial and Art Gallery of Alberta partner to celebrate Alberta art and artists
Unique five-year agreement brings art to all Albertans
January 19, 2010
EDMONTON, AB –The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) announced today a new partnership with ATB Financial, which will help to tell the story of Alberta art. The five-year joint venture between the financial institution and the Gallery will support three substantial programs, including two new initiatives, featuring Alberta-based artists and celebrating Alberta art.
