Welcome to the
National Gallery of Canada
Welcome to the
National Gallery of Canada
An inspiring destination where art and culture thrive. Explore our diverse collections, from Indigenous and Canadian art to renowned European works and vibrant contemporary installations, all set within a stunning architectural space in Ottawa.
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Sobey Art Award 2026
Discover the 6 shortlisted artists, hailing from coast to coast to coast, for the 2026 Sobey Art Award, Canada’s preeminent contemporary visual arts award.
Public Sculptures
and Gardens
The National Gallery of Canada offers visitors a unique invitation to explore some of the best visual art in the country – both inside and outside of the building.
Whirling Currents of the Sea
Given the many shades of the ocean, and the nuances of humanity’s relationship with it, the ocean has inspired artists over centuries.
Events and Activities
Discover
Plan your visit
Take in new exhibitions, enjoy artist talks, make some art, take a tour, and so much more.
NGC Boutique
Rainy day? No problem! Shop our range of art-inspired puzzles. Available in store at the Boutique or online.
Free shipping within Canada on orders over $100.
Abbas Akhavan
represents Canada at the 61st International Art Exhibition—La Biennale di Venezia 2026
Entre chien et loup reimagines the Canada Pavilion as a monumental Wardian case – a 19th-century innovation for transporting plants across the globe.
Highlights from
the Collection
Forty-Part Motet
This brilliant sound sculpture by Canadian artist Janet Cardiff is a reworking of Spem in Alium, a piece by 16th-century English composer Thomas Tallis.
Indigenous and Canadian Art
In these galleries the parallel and, at times, interrelated stories of Indigenous and Canadian art in Canada are brought together in one unforgettable display.
