Car Rental Toronto and The Art Gallery of Mississauga
Get creative during your upcoming car rental Toronto vacation - get to the Art Gallery of Mississauga! The Art Gallery of Mississauga is a public, not-for-profit, art gallery located inside the Mississauga Civic Centre. Inside, car rental Toronto travelers will discover more than 3000 square feet of gallery space, while outside visitors will enjoy a beautiful sculpture exhibition. The Art Gallery, which was established in 1987, is dedicated to promoting awareness and the appreciation of the visual arts. Keep your creative juices flowing during your upcoming visit to the GTA and spend an afternoon at the Art Gallery of Mississauga.
Discover talented Canadian artists
If you were asked to name five influential Canadian visual artists right now, would you be able to do it? Or would you draw a blank? If you had trouble thinking of even one, don't worry; the majority of Canadians couldn't answer this question either. If you'd like to expand you knowledge of national art, now's the time to visit the Art Gallery of Mississauga. The Art Gallery of Mississauga is home to hundreds of influential Canadian masterpieces, including works by Carl Beam, George Hunter and Doris McCarthy. Much of the Gallery's permanent collection includes works by local artist as well, providing car rental Toronto travelers with a taste for Mississauga talent. Other artists that are prominently featured in the Gallery's permanent collection include Andrew McPhail, Jane Ash Poitras and William Goodridge Roberts.
Get in the know
If you're planning a trip to Mississauga in your car rental Toronto vehicle and want to get a sneak peak at what's showing at the Gallery, TransCanada recommends taking advantage of the new "Gallery On Call" feature. Gallery On Call is an automatic audio guide of extended programming for the gallery and its current exhibits. The recording, which lasts about 5 minutes, can be activated on- or off-site by calling 905-615-3200 extension 4707. The recording is updated regularly and provides car rental Toronto travelers with information in numerous languages.
Take a piece of the Gallery home with you
Are you considering adding to your art collection? Well, why not start your search at the Gallery's next Art Auction? The Annual Art Auction at the Gallery of Mississauga is held in May and features dozens of fantastic art pieces on the auction block. Ticket sales and proceeds from the auction help benefit the Mississauga Youth Orchestra, ensuring that the children of tomorrow have a chance to pursuit a fun and fulfilling musical opportunity. Tickets to the event cost about $125 each and include entry to the auction, dinner, drinks and entertainment. Car rental Toronto travelers can learn more about the Annual Art Auction by contact the Art Gallery of Mississauga directly at 905-896-5088.
Plan to visit the Art Gallery of Mississauga
Car rental Toronto travelers will find the Art Gallery of Mississauga at 300 City Centre Drive inside the Civic Centre. The Gallery is open Monday - Wednesday and Friday from 10am to 5pm, Thursday from 10am to 8pm and Weekends from noon - 4pm. Hours may vary depending on the events schedule, so please be sure to contact the Gallery before visiting for verification. Admission to the Gallery and its exhibits are always free of charge. The Art Gallery of Mississauga is generously sponsored by a number of organizations including The Ontario Trillium Foundation, The Canada Council for the Arts, The Ontario Arts Council and the City of Mississauga. Car rental Toronto travelers can also offer their support by purchasing a membership during their visit. As a member of the Gallery, you'll receive mailed invitations to exhibitions and upcoming events, discounts on publications and free admission to other galleries belonging to the Ontario Association of Art Galleries. For more information on memberships, or to learn more about the Art Gallery of Mississauga, please visit www.artgalleryofmississauga.com.