Founded in 1914, the Art Gallery of Hamilton is the oldest and largest public art gallery in southwestern Ontario. Its permanent collection, which is focused on historical Canadian, 19th-century European and Contemporary art, now numbers more than 10,000 works and is recognized as one of the finest in Canada. The AGH is a vital creative hub and centre of lifelong learning that enables people of all ages to enrich their lives by gaining a deeper understanding of art. Its renovated and award-winning premises present exhibitions that change three times a year, plus visitors can enjoy the always-tempting Shop at AGH and Horse and Train Bistro. Mission Statement The Art Gallery of Hamilton is a public resource dedicated to engaging, stimulating and enriching the community through art. A New Vision To reinstate art at the centre of what we do. The new AGH plays an inspiring, dynamic and unique role in all aspects of its programmes, activities and operations. Committed to engaging its audiences in a series of innovative ways as well as serving and working with them, the Gallery explores significant aspects of current and historical art within a local, national and international context in a fiscally responsible way.