Happy Mother’s Day! Image credit: F. H. Varley, 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 (detail), 1939, watercolour over graphite on paper, 20.5 cm x 15 cm. Collection of the Varley Art Gallery of Markham. Gift of the Estate of Kathleen Gormley McKay, 1996 #HappyMothersDay #VarleyArtGallery

Kick off your summer season at the Varley with our Summer Exhibitions Opening Reception! 🗓️ May 25, 2024 🕙 1:30 PM to 4 PM 💰 Free | Registration not required To learn more, visit zurl.co/RCAC #VarleyArtGallery

Due to a power outage, the Varley Art Gallery of Markham is temporarily closed until further notice. We deeply apologize for any inconvenience it may have caused. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended for their understanding and support.

Update: The power is now back on. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the temporary closure due to the unexpected power outage. We will resume our regular hours starting today: Tuesday to Friday: 12 to 4 PM Saturday and Sunday: 10 AM to 5 PM Monday: Closed

We are delighted to be part of the Unionville Festival again! This Saturday and Sunday, come to the Varley to experience an exciting line-up of free family-friendly activities and exhibitions. To learn more, visit zurl.co/sEoT #UnionvilleFestival #VarleyArtGallery

🕙Regular Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday to Friday: 12 PM to 4 PM Saturday and Sunday: 10 AM to 5 PM 🕙Summer Hours Monday (July and August only): 12 PM to 4 PM Tuesday to Thursday: 12 PM to 4 PM Friday (June to August only): 12 PM to 8 PM Saturday and Sunday: 10 AM to 5 PM

Today marks our 27th anniversary! On May 31, 1997, the Varley Art Gallery of Markham officially opened its doors. This June, plan your visit and join us in celebrating 27 years of art and community at the Varley. To learn more, visit VarleyArtGallery.ca. #VarleyArtGallery

A rare opportunity to visit our vault! This Saturday, experience a day of art exploration during Doors Open Markham at the Varley. To learn more, visit zurl.co/TnQg #DoorsOpen #DoorsOpenMarkham #VarleyArtGallery

Happy Pride! This Saturday and Sunday, join us at the Varley for a weekend of creative fun in celebration of Pride Month. We are offering free drop-in hands-on activities for all ages. To learn more, visit zurl.co/4oDn . #PrideMonth #VarleyArtGallery

Happy Father's Day. 🏆 We celebrate all the amazing dads out there. As our gift, we present 𝙈𝙖𝙣 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙 by F. H. Varley, currently on display in our exhibition 𝙎𝙪𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙧 𝙎𝙤𝙡𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙚. #HappyFathersDay #VarleyArtGallery

We regret to inform you that the Online Panel Discussion Close Encounters: Futurism in Contemporary Art, scheduled for July 17, has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We will be rescheduling this discussion shortly.

📣Available only until September 1 Join our Gallery Animateurs for free 30-minute tours of our 2024 Summer Exhibitions every weekend throughout the summer. Tours are available in English and conversational Cantonese. To learn more, visit bit.ly/4bRK5fd.

On Saturday, August 10, from 2 to 4 PM, join us for a free in-person gallery talk with our curator, Anik Glaude, and our special guest, Annemarie Hagan, daughter of the Canadian artist Fred Hagan. To learn more, visit bit.ly/3SBCuuh. #VarleyArtGallery

Registration for Fall 2024 Programs is NOW OPEN! Discover a diverse range of activities, events, art classes, camps, and workshops at the Varley. Varley members save 10% and seniors save 30% on all programs. To register, visit bit.ly/3WChdC0. #VarleyArtGallery

Join us next Wednesday, August 28, from 12:30 to 1:30 PM for a free virtual Lunch and Learn session with artist Sonny Assu as he discusses how Star Trek has shaped his artistic practice. To register, visit bit.ly/4dwQKx0. #VarleyArtGallery

This Labour Day weekend, join us for the premiere of Eternal Echoes 2024 at the Varley—an immersive dance performance produced and choreographed by Zoe Kwan. Tickets or learn more: bit.ly/4dyGwfA #EternalEchoes #VarleyArtGallery

Only ONE week left to explore our 2024 Summer Exhibitions! The shows are on view until September 2, 2024. And don't forget—admission is always free. To learn more, visit VarleyArtGallery.ca. #VarleyArtGallery

📣We are open on Labour Day 2024 from 12 to 4 PM. Next Monday, September 2, is the final day of our 2024 Summer Exhibitions. Our Gallery Animateurs will offer the last guided tour of "To go boldly" and "Summer Solstice" at 2 PM. VarleyArtGallery.ca #VarleyArtGallery

| Important Notice | All exhibition spaces at the Varley Art Gallery will be closed from September 3 to 20, 2024, for the installation of our 2024 Fall Exhibitions. All other gallery spaces, including lobby, art studios, and rental spaces, will maintain regular public hours.

📣 Save the date: Fall Exhibitions Opening Reception 🗓️ Sunday, September 22, 2024 🕙 2 PM to 4 PM 💰 Free | Registration not required To learn more, visit VarleyArtGallery.ca #VarleyArtGallery