Poplar Grove by Alfred Joseph Casson
THE KAWARTHA ART GALLERY PERMANENT COLLECTION
ABOUT YOUR PERMANENT COLLECTION
Incorporated in 1976 as a not-for-profit charity, Kawartha Art Gallery is the only public Art Gallery in the City of Kawartha Lakes by virtue of our provincial designation and the Permanent Collection.
One of the first goals for the Gallery back in 1976 was to acquire an outstanding permanent collection of Canadian artworks. These artworks would be housed and taken care of by the Gallery but would belong to the citizens of the City of Kawartha Lakes.
The Collection now numbers over one hundred artworks by Canadian artists of regional and international recognition, including six original artworks by the Group of 7 artist, A. J. Casson.
The Collection is on display year-round in the Gallery and we welcome you to visit the Gallery, Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm, to get to know your Permanent Collection.
COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS
COLLECTION RESOURCES
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ADOPT A PIECE
Conservation is the care and protection of cultural objects. Kawartha Art Gallery’s Adopt-A-Piece program is an opportunity for our community to partner with the Gallery on the care and conservation of your Permanent Collection.
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REQUESTS FOR LOANS
Through a Permanent Collection outgoing loan program, Kawartha Art Gallery is committed to providing opportunities for our community to further connect and engage with art.
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KAG'S ACQUISITION POLICY
Kawartha Art Gallery works to acquires cultural objects that serve the purpose of the Permanent Collections to preserve, research, interpret, and exhibit works of art for the education and enjoyment of this community.
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KAG'S DEACCESSIONING POLICY
Kawartha Art Gallery works to care for your Permanent Collection according to the highest standards. This occasionally demands that works be judiciously and carefully deaccessioned for the Collection. Any proceeds are invested in the care of or acquisition of new cultural objects.
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ABOUT DONATING ARTWORK
Interested in knowing more about donating cultural objects to Kawartha Art Gallery?
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VOLUNTEER
As a docent, you will lead tours, engage with visitors, and provide insights into the exhibits, helping them understand the content and enhancing their learning experience. No experience is required—training is provided.