The Art Gallery of Calgary
About Us
The Art Gallery of Calgary is a non-profit public art gallery dedicated to exhibiting contemporary art. The AGC has been part of Calgary's cultural life for 29 years, and is one of Canada’s largest non-collecting contemporary art galleries.
Located in two historic buildings in Calgary's vibrant downtown cultural district, the AGC features 6,000 square feet of exhibition space and a multi-use education centre. Each year, we show between 15 to 20 exhibitions showcasing the works of 35 to 40 artists, including emerging and established Calgary artists as well as leading Canadian artists. We also feature travelling exhibitions from prestigious institutions such as the National Gallery of Canada and the Winnipeg Art Gallery.
Welcoming to both artists and the public, the AGC helps make art part of everyday life. We offer a wide range of artist talks, gallery tours and other quality educational programs for all ages.
Charitable Registration Number: 11905 0136 RR0001
Art Gallery of Calgary FAQ
- The Art Gallery of Calgary has been a vital part of Calgary’s arts community for 29 years. The Gallery (under the name Muttart Public Art Gallery) opened its inaugural exhibition on December 4, 1977.
- The AGC is an independent non-profit registered charity, administered by a volunteer Board and supported through donations, government grants, foundations, corporate sponsorship, special events, gallery rentals, admissions and membership.
- The AGC is a public gallery in Calgary that exclusively showcases contemporary art, and with our newly renovated Media Gallery, AGC is one of the few galleries in western Canada with dedicated space for the exhibition of new media works.
- AGC occupies 16,000 square feet, 6,000 of which is exhibition space: Tall Gallery, Top Gallery, Main Gallery, Media Gallery, Interpretive Gallery, and a multi-use education centre.
- AGC presents four exhibition cycles per year showcasing group and solo exhibitions by contemporary Canadian and international artists plus quality travelling exhibitions.
- The AGC presents innovative, interactive and thought-provoking public and education programs in conjunction with our exhibition schedule.
- Over 11,000 people visit the Gallery every year.
- Over 1,500 school children participated in our 2005-2006 education programs.