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Carleton University Art Gallery Though it ’ s located outside the downtown core , this gallery has become a key cultural hub for the city ’ s art scene . Two spacious floors showcase contemporary art from the gallery ’ s own collection as well as pieces from around the country . Its connection to the art history department at Carleton University means it regularly hosts exhibits relating to First Nations and Inuit artists and is a trove of fascinating historic Canadian art . 1125 Colonel By Dr ., 613-520-2120 , cuag . ca

National Gallery of Canada Creep past Maman , the giant bronze spider that resides in the gallery ’ s courtyard , to access this glass cathedral , a hallowed ground for some of Canada ’ s best examples of historic and contemporary art . Recent changes have brought Indigenous works into prominence ; many are now displayed

alongside non-Indigenous Canadian and international art . Throughout the galleries , you will find such celebrated artworks as the controversial Voice of Fire by Barnett Newman and the historically significant The Death of General Wolfe by Benjamin West . The gallery also houses the Canadian Photography Institute , which has one of the world ’ s most comprehensive collections of photographs . 380 Sussex Dr ., 613- 990-1985 , gallery . ca

Ottawa Art Gallery Having built their own architecturally stunning and spacious gallery , the Ottawa Art Gallery is now , more than ever , able to showcase their vast collection of works by Ottawa-area artists . Their Firestone Collection is unique in that the works tell the story of Ottawa ’ s art history . Make sure to pause in the gallery ’ s new café and peruse their gift shop for unique works by local artists . 50 Mackenzie King Bridge , 613-233-8699 , ottawaartgallery . ca

Ottawa Art Gallery

Karsh-Masson Gallery Ottawa is renowned for the reputation of two of its 20th-century artists : photographer Yousuf Karsh and landscape painter Henri Masson . Karsh is known for his iconic portraits of some of history ’ s most notable figures , including John F . Kennedy , Winston Churchill , and former Canadian prime minister

Pierre Elliot Trudeau . Masson , meanwhile , is recognized for his surrealist and cubist works that energized seemingly mundane Canadian cities . The Karsh-Masson Gallery inside city hall continues their proud legacy with displays by national and international artists in various media . 110 Laurier Ave . W ., 613-580-2424 ext . 14167 , ottawa . ca

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