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Only One Month Left to See Popular Pop Art Exhibitions
Two popular Pop Art exhibitions currently on display at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, From Warhol to Banksy and From Blazar to Hunt...
Download Press ReleaseJustin Mac Donald Joins AGGV As Director of Finance and Administration
Nancy Noble, Director/CEO of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria announced today that Justin Mac Donald has accepted the position of Director of Finance...
Download Press ReleaseMoozhan Ahmadzadegan And Dr. Michelle Jack Win Takao Tanabe Prize for BC painters
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria announced today that the 9th Annual Tanabe Prize for British Columbia painters has been awarded to two artists;...
Download Press ReleasePopular Sunday Art Lecture Series returns for 11th Year to the AGGV
The Gallery Associates of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria present the eleventh annual Sunday Art Lecture Series, Flower Art Fusions. Flowers have long...
Download Press ReleaseSpecial Gifts at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria this Holiday Season
Visit the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria during the holiday season, celebrate and support local artists, find the perfect gift in the Gallery Shop...
Download Press ReleaseFrom Warhol to Banksy – Pop Art Critiques Our World and Challenges Our Perceptions
Opening on December 14, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents, From Warhol to Banksy. The exhibition, organized and circulated by the Kelowna Art...
Download Press ReleaseBeauty of Mending – Kintsugi and Beyond
Opening on November 30, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents, Beauty of Mending: Kintsugi and Beyond. The exhibition highlights Kintsugi, a traditional craft...
Download Press ReleaseA Spoon Full of Sugar – Performance by Holly Timpener At The AGGV, November 23
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents, A Spoon Full of Sugar, a durational performance by Holly Timpener. Taking place in the AGGV’s Spencer...
Download Press ReleaseMargaret Chrumka joins the AGGV as the Director of Visitor Experience & Programs
Nancy Noble, Director/CEO of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria announced today that Margaret Chrumka has accepted the position of Director of Visitor Experience...
Download Press ReleaseDr. Toby Lawrence Appointed AGGV Curator of Contemporary Art
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria has welcomed Dr. Toby Lawrence in the new role of Curator of Contemporary Art. Lawrence joins the AGGV...
Download Press ReleaseAGGV Director/CEO Nancy Noble Awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal
In a ceremony at Government House on July 18, 2024, Art Gallery Director/CEO, Nancy Noble was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal by...
Download Press ReleaseThe Art Gallery Paint-In Presented by TD Bank Group Celebrates 35 Years on Saturday, July 20
Let’s paint the town! Celebrating its 35th year, the Art Gallery Paint-In presented by TD Bank Group returns on Saturday, July 20. The Art...
Download Press ReleaseNational Indigenous Peoples Day at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria invites the community for a free Public Open House on Friday June 21 from 10am to 5pm, to...
Download Press ReleaseNew Members Join Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Board & Donor Roger Lee Honoured with Lifetime Membership
The Board of Directors of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria are pleased to announce three new members, Lise de Moissac, Godfrey Archbold and...
Download Press ReleaseGenerations: The Sobey Family and Canadian Art
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore one of Canada’s most legendary private collections. The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is pleased to present Generations: The...
Download Press ReleaseArt Gallery of Greater Victoria Asian Arts Gallery Re-Named Roger Lee Gallery of Asian Art
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria has received a transformational gift from art historian, Roger Lee, as a tribute to his parents and grandparents....
Download Press ReleaseA View From Here: Reimagining the AGGV Collections
The strength of the Gallery’s extraordinary permanent collection will be showcased in a new exhibition in two of the AGGV’s galleries. One gallery will...
Download Press ReleaseSandra Smolski and Aubin Soonwhan Kwon Win Takao Tanabe Prize for BC Painters
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria announced today that the 8th Annual Tanabe Prize for British Columbia painters has been awarded to two artists; Sandra...
Download Press ReleaseAfroquatics: A Call and Response Below the Surface by Kemi Craig
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is pleased to present Afroquatics: A Call and Response Below the Surface, a projected video/interactive, augmented reality installation...
Download Press ReleasePopular Sunday Art Lecture Series returns for 10th Year to the AGGV
The Gallery Associates of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria present the 10th annual Sunday Art Lecture Series, Art History of the Now: Contemporary...
Download Press ReleaseCrossing: Art, Heritage, and Personal Journeys
Crossing: Art, Heritage, and Personal Journeys, curated by Dr. Heng Wu, AGGV Curator of Asian Art, delves into the intricate narratives of the three...
Download Press ReleaseSpecial Gifts at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria this Holiday Season
Visit the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria during the holiday season, celebrate and support local artists, find the perfect gift in the Gallery Shop...
Download Press ReleaseTender Touch: Exploring Alternatives to Traditional Tattooing
Opening on November 25, with a free Public Open House from 10 am to 5 pm, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents an...
Download Press ReleaseKali Spitzer: Bodies of, Bodies Within
Opening on November 18, with a free Public Open House from 10 am to 5 pm, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents Kali...
Download Press ReleaseGet Creative About The Future of the Gallery
The public are invited to the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria to get creative about the future of the Gallery. From Nov. 1-14, learn...
Download Press ReleaseArt for all this fall at the AGGV
Check out the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria for lots to do on a rainy (or sunny) day this October. The AGGV has a...
Download Press ReleaseArt Meets Architecture: 2023 Video House Tour
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria and The Gallery Associates once again invite you to their exciting virtual House Tour, Art Meets Architecture. With...
Download Press ReleaseUnexpected: The Life and Art of Sophie Pemberton, Canadian Artist
Opening on September 23, with a free Public Open House from 10 am to 5pm, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents Unexpected: The...
Download Press ReleaseFeel Free – Free Gallery Days Supported by TD
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with TD Bank Group, Feel Free – Free Gallery Days supported...
Download Press ReleaseNew members join Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Board
The Board of Directors of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria are pleased to announce three new members, Whitney Archer, Selma Linzer, and Robert...
Download Press ReleaseSteven McNeil Appointed Chief Curator & Director of Collections and Exhibitions at the AGGV
Nancy Noble, Director/CEO of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria announced today that Steven McNeil has been appointed Chief Curator & Director of Collections...
Download Press ReleaseThe Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is excited to announce the return of The TD Art Gallery Paint-In on Saturday, July 15
Let’s paint the town! Celebrating its 34th year, the TD Art Gallery Paint-In returns on Saturday, July 15. The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria...
Download Press ReleaseEllen Manning Joins AGGV Senior Management Team as Director of Development and Marketing
Nancy Noble, Director/CEO of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria announced today that Ellen Manning has joined the senior management team as the Director...
Download Press ReleaseThe Street An Examination of Urban Life
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents The Street, on loan from the Vancouver Art Gallery, opening on June 3, the exhibition will be...
Download Press ReleaseThe Union Club of British Columbia Presents Art +Fare In Support of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
The Union Club of British Columbia is once again throwing open their doors to host Art + Fare, a culinary celebration and auction, in...
Download Press ReleaseElizabeth Matheson Joins AGGV as Director of Learning and Engagement
Nancy Noble, Director/CEO of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria announced today that Elizabeth Matheson has joined the Gallery as Director of Learning and...
Download Press ReleaseOdlum Brown Marks 100th Anniversary with Celebrate Art Week at the AGGV
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria and Odlum Brown are excited to invite the community to check out the latest exhibitions at the Gallery...
Download Press ReleaseWhile Black: A forum for speculation on what the gallery can’t hold
Opening on April 29, with a free Public Open House from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents While...
Download Press ReleaseAGGV Celebrates National Volunteer Week
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is joining organizations across the country to thank and celebrate Canada’s millions of volunteers, during National Volunteer Week,...
Download Press ReleaseSymbiosis – Exploring Forest Ecologies and Musings About Mushrooms
Opening on April 1, with a free Public Open House from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents Symbiosis....
Download Press ReleaseRobin Hodgson and Amy Modahl win Takao Tanabe prize for BC painters
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria announced today that the 7th Annual Tanabe Prize for British Columbia painters has been awarded to two artists;...
Download Press ReleaseHeart of the House: Art & the West Coast Modern Home
Opening on Jan. 28, with a free Public Open House from 10 am to 5pm, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents Heart of...
Download Press ReleaseSpecial Gifts at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria this Holiday Season
Make a pair of moccasins, a gift for yourself or someone special. Check out Local Artists at the Winter Small Works Show & Sale...
Download Press ReleaseWoven In: Indigenous Women’s Activism and Media
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents Woven In: Indigenous Women's Activism and Media. Co-Curated by Gerry Ambers, Marianne Nicolson and Siku Allooloo, the...
Download Press ReleaseGovernor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts 2021 Presented by the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
Opening on Oct. 15, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents the Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts 2021, in collaboration with...
Download Press ReleaseMaud Lewis Rare “Black Truck” painting added to exhibition
Black Truck, a Maud Lewis painting that made headlines across the country earlier this year has been added to the Maud Lewis retrospective exhibition...
Download Press ReleaseHouse Tour 2022: Video Edition | Art Meets Architecture
Gallery Associates celebrate 70th anniversary fundraising for the AGGV with rare video series featuring 5 remarkable homes 5 homes, 5 films, 1 ticket
Download Press ReleaseTD Art Gallery Paint-In
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is welcoming the community back to the biggest art festival of the year on July 16. Now...
Download Press ReleaseAdorned opening at the AGGV on June 11
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents Adorned, a new look at the art of fashion; exploring material, culture and value.
Download Press ReleaseNancy Noble Named New AGGV Director
The Board of Directors of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria are excited to announce the appointment of Nancy Noble as the new Director...
Download Press ReleaseAGGV Celebrates National Volunteer Week
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is joining organizations across the country to thank and celebrate Canada’s millions of volunteers, during National Volunteer Week,...
Download Press ReleaseReverberations at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
Opening on April 2, with a Free Public Open House, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria presents Reverberations, an exhibition that aims to bring...
Download Press ReleaseRain Cabana-Boucher and Robert Burke win Takao Tanabe prize for BC painters
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria announced today that the 6th Annual Tanabe Prize for British Columbia painters has been awarded to two artists;...
Download Press ReleaseCelebrate Black History Month at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria invites you to join them virtually and in-person this month as they celebrate Black History Month.
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