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Please note: We're closing early at 4 pm on Wednesday June 10 for SMASH, our annual art party. Clay Restaurant will be closed June 10 & 11.

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What’s On

Join us for exhibitions and programs, including talks, tours, and more.

What’s On

Exhibitions

In addition to our permanent collection, the Gardiner Museum presents a rotating schedule of special exhibitions throughout the year.

International Ceramic Art Fair 2026

Exhibition On Now

The International Ceramic Art Fair (ICAF) is the Gardiner Museum’s biennial celebration of innovation and contemporary directions in ceramics, inviting visitors to discover how the boundaries of craftsmanship are being redefined in clay.
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Highways of Harlan House

Exhibition On Now

On view for the first time in over 50 years, discover a virtually unknown group of early wall sculptures on the theme of environmental distress, made by one of Canada’s most celebrated studio potters.
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A glass vitrine with a group of blue and white porcelain objects

In Search of Imperfection

Exhibition On Now

Spanning the three levels of the Museum’s stairwell, the Courtois Gallery features a special display that invites you to explore apanese and Japanese-inspired ceramics through the themes of nature, leisure, and global trade.
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Programs & Events

Join us for talks, tours, and special events inspired by our special exhibitions and collections.

A father and daughter doing a clay activity in the Makerspace

Family Day

Sundays, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Join us every Sunday for family-friendly clay activities in our Makerspace, included with admission and free for kids!
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ICAF 2026 Symposium

May 29 2026 – May 30 2026

The ICAF 2026 Symposium features a roster of local and international speakers, fostering a deeper appreciation for Canadian ceramics within a larger artistic ecosystem.
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SMASH: Afterglow

Jun 10 2026 @ 8:00 pm

SMASH: Afterglow takes inspiration from the lingering sense of renewal and positivity following our ground floor transformation, inviting experiences of joy and connection through multidisciplinary art installations, fashion, food, drinks, music, and more.
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Community Arts Space

Community Arts Space is the Gardiner’s incubator for clay-based projects that build community.

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Let’s Be Friends

Become a Gardiner Friend to get 15% off talks, tours, workshops, and more.

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Clay Restaurant

Eat lunch among the art! Experience Chef Bianca Azupardo’s fresh seasonal menu in a bright, airy space inspired by the Museum’s ceramics focus.

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The Gardiner Museum will close at 6 pm on Wednesday May 22 for the International Ceramic Art Fair Preview Gala.