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Exhibitions on Now
Tom Dean: GOOD-BYE
April 5, 2025 - September 7, 2025
Opening reception: Saturday, April 5, 1-3PM Roundtable Discussions: Press and SpaceSaturday, June 7, 2025, 2-5pm, followed by a reception, 5-7pmCo-presented with Art Metropole and the plumbFeaturing: Vincent Bonin, Robert Fones, Peggy Gale, and Luis Jacob; Anthony Cooper, Suzy Lake, Nell Tenhaaf, and Adam Welch Satellite Exhibitions at Art Metropole and the plumbDetails below. Exhibition Text: […]
We are ten thousand hands that plant seeds
June 7, 2025 - October 5, 2025
Borrowing its title from the last poem written by Chilean singer and activist Victor Jara, this exhibition brings together artists who respond to their lived or inherited experiences of colonialism, displacement, and genocide. The artists draw on an embodied “language of textiles” to communicate—through the body—what cannot be expressed in words. Their artworks are alive […]
Georgia Fullerton: Being In and Moving Through
August 16, 2025 - January 11, 2026
Georgia Fullerton’s art tells a deeply personal story of healing, transformation, and self-discovery. Through her art, she has navigated trauma, embraced change, and pursued personal growth. Now, as an expressive arts therapist, Fullerton helps others uncover the transformative potential of creative expression. In 2010, Fullerton survived intimate partner violence — a pivotal event that profoundly […]
Adventure: Seniors Art Competition and Exhibition 2025
August 15, 2025 - September 25, 2025
Exhibition Opening and Awards Reception: Tuesday, August 19, 2:30 pm The Seniors Art Competition and Exhibition is a showcase of creativity and technical skill among members of the Oshawa Senior Community Centres, Oshawa Public Libraries, and The Robert McLaughlin Gallery. Featuring paintings, drawings, sculpture, and more, this annual community exhibition is structured around a competition […]
Wish You Were Here!
June 21, 2025 - January 11, 2026
In the early 20th century, sending a postcard was an affordable and quick way to connect with loved ones. Often costing just a halfpenny— half the price of a letter —postcards offered a simple yet effective way to share news, greetings, and sentiments. This exhibition features historical postcards from Oshawa, drawn from the Thomas Bouckley […]
What's New
Opening Reception: Ekow Nimako: Building Black Civilizations: Journey of 2,000 Ships
September 20, 2025
Join us in celebrating the opening of Building Black Civilizations: Journey of 2,000 Ships, a solo exhibition by Toronto-based artist Ekow Nimako curated by Alyssa Fearon. We’re pleased to align this exciting event with Convergence 2025 in downtown Oshawa, featuring a performance by our very own artist in residence, Pixel Heller. Please RSVP using this […]
Georgia Fullerton: Opening Reception
September 28, 2025
Join us in celebrating the opening of Georgia Fullerton: Being In and Moving Through! The artist and curator will be in attendance. Refreshments provided. Read more about the exhibition here. This event is free and open to everyone. If there are ways we can support your participation, please contact Sonya at [email protected].
Events
Closing Activities: We are ten thousand hands that plant seeds
Sep 13, 2025, 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Installation of We are ten thousand hands that plant seeds at The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, 2025. Photos by Toni Hafkenscheid. Free admission. Everyone is welcome.Dive deeper into the themes, histories, and techniques behind the group exhibition We are ten thousand hands that plant seeds. Learn from the artists directly, enjoy a delicious lunch, and experience […]
Homeschool Art Class: Fall 2025
Sep 16, 2025, 10:00 AM - Nov 18, 2025, 12:45 PM
These programs are inspired by our exhibitions and personal responses to the art on the walls! We foster a multi-dimensional approach that encourages individuality and imaginative problem solving skills using quality fine art materials. Spaces are limited. Ages 5 to 710 – 11am$75 Members/$95 Non-Members (8 weeks)Dates: September 16 – November 18 (no class Sept […]
Courtyard Concerts
Sep 17, 2025, 1:00 PM - Oct 15, 2025, 2:00 PM
We’re pleased to host Courtyard Concerts in our Backyard this fall. Join us on September 17 and October 15 from 1-2pm for this exciting music performance series. September 171 – 2pm ABBYGABBY is a sister duo who blend catchy melodies, soulful harmonies, and playful energy to create music that’s both heartfelt and fun. Rooted in […]
RBC Emerging Artist Residency Program
The RBC Emerging Artist Residency is a paid residency opportunity for emerging artists supported by the RBC Foundation’s Emerging Artist Project. The residency package presents artists with opportunities for professional growth, exhibition experience, and collaboration with RMG staff.
Check us out on Google Arts & Culture
Explore our Permanent Collection in an interactive and fun way and be sure to check out our first Online Exhibition Story about Isabel McLaughlin and Alexandra Luke, two women artists and collectors who were instrumental to the history and development of The Robert McLaughlin Gallery.
