Land Acknowledgement
The AGA acknowledges that the Gallery is located on Robinson-Huron Treaty territory, in the traditional territory of the Anishnaabe, specifically the Garden River and Batchewana First Nations, as well as Métis and Cree Peoples. The AGA is committed to upholding the values of truth and reconciliation and respectfully aligning with the Indigenous community.
VisionTo be a premiere visual arts institution in northern Ontario, gaining national recognition and international partnerships.
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MissionCelebrating culture, educating visitors and enriching lives through the visual art.
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Mandate
To ensure the highest standards for the presentation, collection, preservation and interpretation of art. To deliver exhilarating intellectual experiences, entertaining artistic synergies, and expressive art education through interpretation and classes. To coordinate a fusion of arts, education and entertainment activities through AGA’s exhibition schedule and expanding collection. To nurture relationships and partnerships with outstanding people in the region.
Core Values
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Mutual Respect
to ensure that everyone is valued and recognized for their contributions. Encourage respect for artists’ work and be unbiased in programming. Integrity
to be discreet, trustworthy, honest, forthright and confidential. |
Accountability
to share personal and organizational accountability and responsibility, especially in regards to how public funding and contributions are used. Openness
to be transparent, open minded and objective in our judgment toward the decisions we make on behalf of the community. |
The History of the Art Gallery of Algoma
Incorporated on July 7, 1975, the Art Gallery of Algoma was established by the following first Board of Directors:
Executive Members:
President Mrs. Elsie Savoie
1st Vice Dr. Robert Martin
2nd Vice Mrs. Marilyn Guerriero
Secretary Mrs. Ann Algie
Treasurer Mr. Ian Mitchell
Board Members:
Mr. Bayne Boyes Mr. Nick Hirt Mrs. Rhona McLarty
Mr. Hugh Harris Mr. William Hogg Mr. Rudy Peres
Mr. Alex Harry Mr. James Kelleher
Honourary President: Mayor Nicholas Trbovich
The Art Gallery of Algoma opened its doors to the public on June 20, 1976 in a temporary space. The Gallery became a reality based on the ideals of celebrating culture, educating visitors and enriching lives through the visual arts. Through the tireless efforts of the Board of Directors and volunteers on September 6, 1980, the Gallery moved to its present location near the St. Mary’s River. The Gallery’s 10,000 square foot facility is home to two large exhibition spaces, a multi-purpose area, an education area that hosts workshops, demonstrations and art classes and a gallery gift shop.
Today, the Art Gallery of Algoma’s vision is to be a premiere visual arts institution in Northern Ontario. The Gallery will continue to establish and implement new initiatives, become more involved on the national contemporary arts and uphold our multi faceted mandate. The Gallery will continue to grow and build on the original ideals of celebrating culture, educating visitors and enhancing lives through the visual arts.
Executive Members:
President Mrs. Elsie Savoie
1st Vice Dr. Robert Martin
2nd Vice Mrs. Marilyn Guerriero
Secretary Mrs. Ann Algie
Treasurer Mr. Ian Mitchell
Board Members:
Mr. Bayne Boyes Mr. Nick Hirt Mrs. Rhona McLarty
Mr. Hugh Harris Mr. William Hogg Mr. Rudy Peres
Mr. Alex Harry Mr. James Kelleher
Honourary President: Mayor Nicholas Trbovich
The Art Gallery of Algoma opened its doors to the public on June 20, 1976 in a temporary space. The Gallery became a reality based on the ideals of celebrating culture, educating visitors and enriching lives through the visual arts. Through the tireless efforts of the Board of Directors and volunteers on September 6, 1980, the Gallery moved to its present location near the St. Mary’s River. The Gallery’s 10,000 square foot facility is home to two large exhibition spaces, a multi-purpose area, an education area that hosts workshops, demonstrations and art classes and a gallery gift shop.
Today, the Art Gallery of Algoma’s vision is to be a premiere visual arts institution in Northern Ontario. The Gallery will continue to establish and implement new initiatives, become more involved on the national contemporary arts and uphold our multi faceted mandate. The Gallery will continue to grow and build on the original ideals of celebrating culture, educating visitors and enhancing lives through the visual arts.
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Art Gallery of Algoma Board, 2022:
Mark A. Lepore, Board President
Carol Caputo, Vice-President of the Board
David MacLachlan, Secretary
Steven Murray, Board Treasurer
David Ellis, Director
Rosalie Favell, Director
Elspeth Fleming, Director
Dr. John Marrack, Director
Katrina Thibodeau, Director
Neeta Marwah, Director
Carol Caputo, Vice-President of the Board
David MacLachlan, Secretary
Steven Murray, Board Treasurer
David Ellis, Director
Rosalie Favell, Director
Elspeth Fleming, Director
Dr. John Marrack, Director
Katrina Thibodeau, Director
Neeta Marwah, Director
The AGA New Building Committee:
Dr. Roberta Bondar, Honorary Chair
Susan Myers, Working Chair
Matthew Shoemaker, Mayor of Sault Ste. Marie
Nora Ann Harrison, AGA Member, Supporter, and Donor
Judy Syrette, AGA Member, Supporter, and Donor
Mark A. Lepore, Board President
David Ellis, Director
Rosalie Favell, Director
Jasmina Jovanovic, Ex-officio
Susan Myers, Working Chair
Matthew Shoemaker, Mayor of Sault Ste. Marie
Nora Ann Harrison, AGA Member, Supporter, and Donor
Judy Syrette, AGA Member, Supporter, and Donor
Mark A. Lepore, Board President
David Ellis, Director
Rosalie Favell, Director
Jasmina Jovanovic, Ex-officio
AGA Staff:
Jasmina Jovanovic, Executive Director/Chief Curator
Sara Cuthbertson, Manager of Curatorial & Visitor Services
Emily Rose Bedell, Registrar, Part-Time Bilingual
Brenda Nelson, Visitor Services Coordinator
Evangeline Mann, Public Programming and Education Coordinator
Suvi Kuisma, Digital Content Coordinator
Lucia Laford, Indigenous Programming Coordinator
Casual Part-Time Visitor Services Representatives, Wendy McConnell, Eli Kajnar, Hanna Ellis, Stephanie-Kate Aelick
Sara Cuthbertson, Manager of Curatorial & Visitor Services
Emily Rose Bedell, Registrar, Part-Time Bilingual
Brenda Nelson, Visitor Services Coordinator
Evangeline Mann, Public Programming and Education Coordinator
Suvi Kuisma, Digital Content Coordinator
Lucia Laford, Indigenous Programming Coordinator
Casual Part-Time Visitor Services Representatives, Wendy McConnell, Eli Kajnar, Hanna Ellis, Stephanie-Kate Aelick
