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Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art
Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art
111 Queens Pk, Toronto, ON M5S 2C7
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111 Queens Pk, Toronto, ON M5S 2C7
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Take a tour of Toronto’s top attractions
For everything to do with modern and historic pottery and porcelain, visit the Gardiner Museum. Just across the street from the Royal Ontario Museum, the Gardiner has special exhibitions, tours and lectures, along with classes for children and adults.
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Centrally located Bloor and University, this museum pays homage to everything ceramic. The permanent collections include Asian and the Middle Eastern items dating as far back as 11,000 years. The complex decorative items and tools offer a telling glimpse of the sophistication of those ancient peoples and culture. Drop in when they have special themed exhibitions or get hands on at the weekly drop-in clay class. If you go on Family Day, ceramic lessons are free with admission.
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Rainy day ideas for indoor fun in Toronto
Avoid the throngs of tourists at the nearby Royal Ontario Museum and check out the impressive artifacts on display at Canada’s national ceramics museum. The permanent collection features close to 3,000 ceramic treasures from around the world and includes everything from delicate porcelain teacups to Ancient American clay tools. The specialty museum also hosts rotating exhibitions throughout the year and showcases avant-garde sculptural works by contemporary artists. Those who want to take a turn at the pottery wheel can sign up for hands-on classes and workshops led by professional ceramists.
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