Agnes Etherington Art Centre

Jacqueline Hoang Nguyen is a Montreal-born research artist, based in Brooklyn and Stockholm. Her objective is to stimulate dialogue within society through her works.

6 years 10 months ago

Societal dialogue

A true artist is always deeply involved in facilitating and fostering a dialogue with society.Continue...

Paul-Émile Borduas’ exhibit Figure With Birds contains a series of rebellious surrealist pieces painted with warm, vivid colours.

7 years 9 months ago

Surrealist figures

Art can start a revolution. So can artists.Continue...

While Less was filled with minimalist pieces, the artists are still able to express the meaning of their work.

7 years 9 months ago

Foundations reconstructed

Art for art’s sake is still art, though not the most popular kind.Continue...

Adornment features six glass cases housing a variety of accessories including hats and embroidered purses from the 18th to 20th centuries. A pair of shoes (above) can be worn on either the left or right foot.

9 years 3 months ago

Bodily ornamentation

The Agnes' newest exhibit explores human desire to adorn the body.Continue...

4 weeks 1 day ago

Decolonizing the Agnes Art Centre: in conversation with Emelie Chhangur

In October, Emelie Chhangur became the new director and curator of the Agnes after 17 years as curator at the Art Gallery of York (AGYU). In an interview with The Journal , she discussed how she’s committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity at Queen’s, reimagining the Art Centre’s approach to curation.Continue...

4 months 1 week ago

Agnes reopens with safety measures

Agnes staff weren’t thrilled when they had to close their doors in March due to the pandemic, but on July 7, the art museum reopened with precautions.Continue...