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Art Museum at the University of Toronto

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The Art Museum at the University of Toronto brings together two campus galleries, the Justina M. Barnicke Gallery in Hart House and the University of Toronto Art Centre in University College, federated in 2014. It stages contemporary exhibitions and is the main site partner of the Toronto Biennial of Art. Its four collections hold over 8,000 works, from Tom Thomson's The Pointers and the Group of Seven to Byzantine icons in the Malcove Collection. Admission is always free.

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Getting there

University of Toronto Art Centre, 15 King's College Circle, Toronto, ON M5S 3H7; Justina M. Barnicke Gallery, 7 Hart House Circle, Toronto, ON M5S 3H3

Nearest station: Museum, St. George

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Closed until 25 September

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Tue12:00–17:00
Wed12:00–20:00
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Sat12:00–17:00
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Admission

Free

Accessibility

Both galleries are wheelchair accessible: Art Centre via the Croft entrance (southwest side), Barnicke Gallery via the Tower Road entrance. Accessible washrooms, large-print texts and seating available.

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Visitor Information

Is Art Museum at the University of Toronto free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Art Museum at the University of Toronto is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Art Museum at the University of Toronto?
Art Museum at the University of Toronto is open Tue, Thu–Sat 12:00–17:00; Wed 12:00–20:00; closed Sun–Mon. Galleries temporarily closed for installation until 25 Sep 2026, reopening 26 Sep for the Toronto Biennial of Art. The Malcove Collection is closed for construction.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Art Museum at the University of Toronto?
Art Museum at the University of Toronto is located at University of Toronto Art Centre, 15 King's College Circle, Toronto, ON M5S 3H7; Justina M. Barnicke Gallery, 7 Hart House Circle, Toronto, ON M5S 3H3, in the University of Toronto St. George Campus area of Toronto. The nearest stations are Museum, St. George.
What can I see at Art Museum at the University of Toronto?
Free contemporary art galleries in Hart House and University College, guarding Group of Seven gems and 8,000+ works Current highlights include Over and Over Again, The Hart House Collection, Things Fall Apart.
Do I need to book Art Museum at the University of Toronto in advance?
Art Museum at the University of Toronto is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Art Museum at the University of Toronto?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Is Art Museum at the University of Toronto accessible?
Both galleries are wheelchair accessible: Art Centre via the Croft entrance (southwest side), Barnicke Gallery via the Tower Road entrance. Accessible washrooms, large-print texts and seating available.

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