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Ottawa Famous Galleries Walking Tour
Guide Location: Canada » Ottawa
Guide Type: Self-guided city tour
# of Attractions: 7
Tour Duration: 1 hour(s)
Transportation Mode: by foot
Travel Distance: 2.3 km
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Author: helenp
Ottawa is home to a large number of great galleries and offers something to everyone. You'll discover a plethora of masterpieces of sculptures and paintings from ancient times to the present. Whether they be small family-owned galleries or large national galleries, they teach you more about Native Canadian art and its evolution. Be sure to take a walking tour through Ottawa's famous galleries and discover the jewels of this northern city.
Tour Stops and Attractions
National Gallery Of Canada
1) National Gallery Of Canada
The National Gallery is one of Canada's most respected art galleries, famous for its amazing collections, and the ability to fascinate visitors of all ages and artistic experience. The Gallery has a large and diverse collection of drawings, paintings, sculptures and photographs and holds a new exhibition each week. Counted among the oldest of Canada's cultural institutions, with a strong contemporary art collection, this Museum is a gem for any art lover.
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Galerie d'Art Jean-Claude-Bergeron
2) Galerie d'Art Jean-Claude-Bergeron
The Galerie d'Art Jean-Claude-Bergeron was inaugurated in 1992 close to Byward Market. Named after one of the wood carvers of the Notre-Dame Basilica, the Victorian residence "La Maison Rochon" serves as home to the gallery. The Gallery will assist you in selecting the right gifts, be it for close friends or corporate associates.
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Lafreniere & Pai Gallery
3) Lafreniere & Pai Gallery
Founded in 2000, the Lafrenière & Pai Gallery seeks to present the most amazing contemporary Canadian sculpture and jewelry. The Gallery intends to support and explore new ideas significant to our contemporary time. Don't hesitate to spend a few hours on touring this wonderful gallery.
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Koyman Galleries
4) Koyman Galleries
Koyman Galleries was founded in 1965 with the goal to represent both established and emerging Canadian artists. With over 120 members it has an extensive collection of photographs, works on paper and original contemporary paintings. The Gallery has a monthly exhibition worth visiting.
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Ottawa Art Gallery
5) Ottawa Art Gallery
The Ottawa Art Gallery is owned and operated by the City of Ottawa. This independent, nonprofit, municipal gallery has a first class exhibition of Canadian art. The gallery is also dedicated to the presentation and acquisition of modern and contemporary art. Having, at its core, a collection comprising of 1,600 items (the Firestone Collection), it is a wonderful gallery to visit. Also, admission is free and there is a variety of programs through which to explore the exhibitions.
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Astrolabe Gallery
6) Astrolabe Gallery
The Astrolabe Gallery invites you to admire works of art dating back to Ancient times, with antique maps, Victorian watercolors, ancient prints and a large number of first edition books on sale. With its comprehensive inventory it will entice you into the colorful world of art.
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Snow Goose Gallery
7) Snow Goose Gallery
Snow Goose Gallery is a true gem among art galleries. Family owned and operated, it has on display various native Canadian artifacts and items of a great historical value. You can find out more about aboriginal jewelry, handmade moccasins, quill baskets and many more artworks. With its large collection of dream catches, Inuit prints, masks, totems and leather goods it will provide you with a unique experience.
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