Art Gallery of Alberta

Pleasantly surprised how kid friendly this place was. I'd forgotten about free open house last Thursday of the month between 4 pm to 7 o'clock closing. I remembered just in time today.

The art gallery of Alberta showcased a diverse mix of art displays and pieces, that provided for a very enjoyable visit. The staff were kind, answered all our questions and briefly explained what each floor entailed. The gift shop has a wide selection of products and merchandise. If in the area i highly recommend the visit!

The Edmonton Art Gallery is a true masterpiece! With its excellent collection of contemporary and traditional art, it's the perfect place to immerse yourself in culture and creativity. The exhibits are thoughtfully curated and the space is beautifully designed. The current Black and White exhibit is thought provoking. It's definitely a must-see for any art lover visiting Edmonton.

Really enjoyed this beautiful building with so many types of art work displayed.We did not expect to see such a vast collection it literally takes 2.5 hours to explore as someone posted in a previous review it only takes 1 hour. We ran out of time on our itenerary we didn't make it to the 3rd floor. So we definitely will be back.The only let down was how small the gift shop is.Wish there was collections sold in t-shirts and mugs on JEH Macdonald from he Group of Seven from the Sobey Collection.

Recently popped into the AGA for Canada Day and brought along a first time visitor. Lovely visit as usual, and there is always something new to see and learn. Appreciated that staff were on hand to explain concepts as well.

I enjoyed the variety of local art. Lots of Canadian artists and beautiful pieces. I love the mix of mediums as well.

I visited the Art Gallery of Alberta on Canada Day, expecting a memorable and enjoyable experience with my daughter. The museum's decision to offer free entry on Canada Day attracted a large number of people, including families like ours. However, the way we were treated by the staff was appalling and discriminatory. After exiting one of the exhibits, we were stopped by two employees and one security guard. The employees who approached us asked if my daughter was mine, despite the fact that she had seen us together just moments before. It was as if my presence as her parent was being questioned. The reason given was that a little girl, who apparently looked like my daughter, was missing. Instead of following proper procedures to handle a missing child situation, they decided to interrogate me in front of a group of people, making my daughter feel frightened and vulnerable.This experience was not only humiliating but also deeply unsettling. After this incident, it was hard for us to even entertain the idea of enjoying the art. It is disheartening to see an institution that is meant to celebrate art and culture fail to provide a safe and inclusive environment for all visitors.Even after I assured them that my daughter was indeed mine and we were leaving the exhibit together, the security guard continued to follow us, and the employees kept eyeing us suspiciously. I couldn't help but notice that they did not stop other women with multiple children of the same age and appearance as my daughter. It felt like a clear case of racial profiling, as I stand out due to my different skin color compared to my daughter.We will never be returning to the Art Gallery of Alberta, as this incident has left us with a terrible memory that will forever taint our view of the institution. It is incredibly disappointing that after this encounter, we were unable to appreciate and engage with the art on display.I would like to offer some suggestions to the gallery's management and staff to handle similar situations in the future. Firstly, if a child goes missing, it would be more effective to obtain a picture from the parent, as most mothers have multiple photos of their children on their phones. Secondly, the staff should make an announcement, calling out the missing child's name and seeking assistance from all visitors. It is important not to keep such incidents a secret, as it causes unnecessary panic and confusion. Additionally, implementing proper security measures such as locking down the exits can help ensure the safety of all visitors.In conclusion, my experience at the Art Gallery of Alberta on Canada Day was marred by discrimination and mishandling of a potentially serious situation. It is disheartening to see an institution that is meant to celebrate art and culture fail to provide a safe and inclusive environment for all visitors. I strongly urge the gallery to address these issues and improve its protocols to prevent such distressing incidents in the future.

Very nice and modern building, a visit for the architecture alone is worth it. Being a relatively small museum, the art collection is pretty small however the exhibits rotate seasonally. If art is your thing, it is worth a visit if you’re in the area. Make sure to read the admission prices carefully as there are many discounts and free entries available for different reasons (ie bus pass holder etc.). The gift shop has many unique local items as well.

Wheelchair and stroller friendly the AGA is conveniently located with LRT access; students and senior discounts for entrance & free on last Thursday evenings 5pm-7Pm; Adult open studios every Thursday and currently - Warhol to Banksy highlighting the Pop Art Movement opened in June and is excellent..