National Gallery of Canada

The National Gallery of Canada is more than a place to contemplate art.

Come listen, create, share, discover . . .

Family Favourites

• Artissimo
• Tiny Tots Workshops
• Family Fundays

These popular family programs are all described below.

See our event calendar for more information on current activities and exhibitions.

Artissimo

Creativity and discovery for budding artists aged 3 and up, accompanied by an adult. Experience the artworks that fill the Gallery then let creativity run riot at the Artissimo kiosk in the Great Hall.

Saturdays and Sundays between 11 am and 4 pm. Offered daily during the summer. No registration required. Included with Gallery admission.

See our website for more information.

Tiny Tots Workshops

Fun-filled activities for children aged 3 to 5, accompanied by an adult. Budding artists will be introduced to the world of art through in-gallery adventures, followed by entertaining art projects.

Offered on two Fridays each month from 10:30 to 11:30 am. Registration required.

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Family Fundays

A day of activities and surprises for the whole family! Have fun in our creative workshops, join in our interactive gallery visits, and take in incredible performances!

Between 11 am and 4 pm. For budding artists aged 3 and up, accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Included with Gallery admission.

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Birthday Party Workshops

Celebrate your next birthday at the National Gallery, where you and your friends can take part in an exciting and unique birthday party.

These fun-filled educational programs include in-gallery activities, an art project, a loot bag, and a birthday celebration, all based on one of the following themes: Art Safari, Arctic Expedition, Artistic Action, or Party à la mode.

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Saturday Morning Art and Photo Club

This fun club promises memorable hands-on artistic experiences for children aged 8 to 12! Offered in both the Fall and Winter, it's a five-week series of workshops consisting of in-gallery visits and studio projects.

The five workshops end with an opening where friends and family are invited to view the masterpieces created!

See our website for more information and dates.

PD Days at the NGC

Children in grades 1-6 will enjoy their school's professional development day at the National Gallery! Students will look at original artworks and make their own creations to bring home. The day promises to be original and colourful!

From 9 am to 4 pm. Reservations required.

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Teen Council

We want you! The Teen Council is a diverse group of teenagers who plan activities for teens. Hours count towards the high school volunteer service requirement. We meet after school, over pizza, once a month, September through June.

Want to join or find out more? See our website for more information.

Stimulating the Senses

An innovative and inclusive program designed to encourage visitors to discover art through senses other than sight.

Whether through touching sculptures in a tactile tour, hearing a description of a painting, or listening to contemporary audio-based artworks, art is explored in new and exciting ways.

See our website for more information.