Robert McLaughlin Gallery, Oshawa: Address, Phone Number, Robert McLaughlin Gallery Reviews: 4.5/5
Robert McLaughlin Gallery
Robert McLaughlin Gallery
4.5
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The RMG is a vibrant, engaging public art museum located in Oshawa's civic centre between City Hall and the McLaughlin Public Library. The largest gallery in Durham Region, the RMG occupies an inspired 36,000 square foot building designed by noted architect Arthur Erickson. Featuring a Permanent Collection of over 4000 works, and four galleries of diverse and changing exhibitions, the RMG holds a significant collection of Modern and Contemporary Canadian art, and the largest collection of works by Painters Eleven in Canada. Creative education programs, an eclectic gallery shop, fun monthly events, inspiring event spaces, an art archive and library, and two art studios are found at the RMG.
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Angela R
Oshawa, Canada28 contributions
Nov. 2021
Tired of looking at the same old scenery? Why not check out the gallery? Beauty IS in the eyes of the beholder, and here is the place your eyes will appreciate beholding. A great way to start conversations while appreciating fine artist originals and upcoming new art styles. Sculpture, colour, and a true feast for the eyes! Feeling peckish? Head upstairs to the fine dining experience upstairs. The only restaurant that allows you to buy half a decadent cake slice with your coffee. If you still feel like educating further, the library is right across the parking lot. REAL BOOKS and a REAL LIVE EXPERIENCE for all the bookworms!
Written November 18, 2021
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djnToronto
Toronto221 contributions
Oct. 2020
This is a very small gallery with an extremely limited collection. Fortunately it is free, because that is about all it is worth.
Written October 23, 2020
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joanna c
Pickering, Canada6 contributions
Apr. 2019
The museum is tiny, but satisfying. It showcased many nice pieces, but lacked space. In fact, They need more funding to expand their space. Art pieces were awesome.
Written March 10, 2020
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Joan D
Oshawa, Canada6 contributions
Feb. 2020
This museum has a very excellent collection. I love to see the Group of 7. Have also gone to two art/music events here. Parking is great. Staff is friendly,
Written February 13, 2020
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Joe I
Oshawa, Canada61 contributions
Feb. 2019 • Business
The Gallery is home to very interesting pieces... A must place to visit when in Oshawa. JOE INGINO CENTRAL NEWSPAPER
Written March 2, 2019
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celine0073
Oshawa, Canada2 contributions
Apr. 2018
My daughter and I go to Melia Sol Palmeras , beautiful resort , peoples are friendly ,clean and the service really good ,going back there in november for the 10 times .
Written June 19, 2018
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Lawrence2300
Toronto2,265 contributions
Jun. 2018 • Couples
Very well laid out with some excellent permanent Painters 11 work plus special exhibitions. We liked the Radient Shoe.
Written June 9, 2018
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rebekah901
Wimborne Minster, UK189 contributions
Apr. 2018 • Family
A gallery near/in the civic centre of Oshawa. A small gallery with around 3 gallery spaces. The collections of varied and the gallery containing the identity collection is nice. Some contemporary and more traditional works. A small group of children were having a lesson in 1 gallery which was also nice to see. We visited mid week around 11am, only 2 other adults present. Our 2 year old enjoyed the spaces that have educational activities for children. He was able to play with felt, do some colouring, write on the windows and have a photo in the selfie space. 1 hour was sufficient. No charge, the gallery asks for a donation. Small shop on entry. Parking close by for up to 2 hours free parking. Worth a visit.
Written April 4, 2018
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Greg A
North Richland Hills, Texas, United States15 contributions
Mar. 2018 • Family
We visited the gallery on the first Friday evening of the month, which is a "free" night. We have lived in Oshawa almost four years and always wanted to go so this seemed like the perfect opportunity. It was extremely busy, and as a result, very warm in the gallery but the atmosphere was enjoyable. In addition to the art there was music, and all in all it made for a very pleasant evening. We will certainly attend again.
Written March 10, 2018
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241sweetpea
Courtice, Canada75 contributions
Apr. 2017 • Business
I have been to the gallery a few times and it is lovely for a students field trip or to visit as a couple etc. The staff are fantastic and the facilities are bright and clean.
Written March 3, 2018
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