a composite of five artworks in various mediums for the exhibition 155,578

155,578 | Exhibition Tour with Erin Szikora and Shauna McCabe

Join Curator of Contemporary Art Erin Szikora and AGG Executive Director Shauna McCabe for a tour of new exhibition, 155,578.

May 29.2025

Time

6:00pm

Location 358 Gordon St, Guelph ON

Price Free

Join Curator of Contemporary Art Erin Szikora and AGG Executive Director Shauna McCabe for a tour of 155,578, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the conversations that shaped the exhibition. From organizing an open call to installing work reflecting diverse approaches, techniques, and sensibilities, the tour will delve into the ideas, collaborations, and curatorial strategies involved in realizing this ambitious project. This guided tour will offer insights into the curatorial vision behind the project, highlight key works in the exhibition, and explore how artistic expression shapes and responds to the cultural, political, and social dynamics of the place we call home.

Sponsors

This program is presented with the support of the Canada Council for the Arts and Ontario Arts Council, an agency of the Government of Ontario.

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