Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in Mississauga

"The Aga Khan himself suggested to award-winning architect Fumihiko Maki that an appropriate inspiration for the design of his museum would be the element of light. The result is a building in which light, both direct and diffuse, pours in all day..."

"This museum is a more recent addition to the Toronto attractions. Established in 2014, it houses art from middle-eastern and Islamic cultures. Art and sculptures aren't the only features of the facility."

"Art Gallery of Hamilton was established in 1914 and is Southern Ontario’s oldest and largest art museum with a permanent collection that is regarded as one of Canada’s finest. The collection consists of more than 10,000 pieces representing Canadian historic, foreign and modern art. They are known for offering excellent exhibits for guests of all ages and for complimentary programming."

"Those with a penchant for art would do well to visit the Art Gallery of Hamilton. It was established in 1914 and later moved to its current location on King Street West (a modern-style building designed by Trevor P. Garwood-Jones) in 1977. There's more than 7,000 square meters of museum space to explore here."

"TIFF Bell Lightbox is not only the headquarters of the annual Toronto International Film Festival, but it’s also the city’s premier movie theater and entertainment complex, open to the public. Built in 2010, the modern facilities include five state-of-the-art cinemas, a restaurant, classrooms, a film reference library, gallery space, and a members’ lounge. Outside of the 10-day festival in September, TIFF Bell Lightbox screens new releases and runs thematic film programming year-round, focusing on anything from classic blockbusters to foreign indie films."

"A must see for all film buffs, the TIFF Bell Lightbox is the official home of the Toronto International Film Festival. Inside you’ll find a museum which celebrates all things film and if you really want to geek out be sure to check out the film archives which houses the worlds largest collection of film resources. Sometimes the touring exhibitions are free so check the website before visiting."

"The TIFF Bell Lightbox is a cultural centre and also the headquarters of the much-awaited Toronto International Film Festival. Your nightlife in Toronto gets too glam if you happen to time it right, when the festival is on!. However, when around the year TIFF Bell Lightbox is where film lovers, makers and event planners meet."

"If you’re looking for another garden oasis outside Toronto’s downtown core head to Guild Park & Gardens. Located along the shores of Lake Ontario, within the Scarborough Bluffs chain of parks, is a stunning expanse of green space. Guild Park & Gardens stretches across 80 acres and is a fantastical blend of history and nature."

"McMaster Museum of Art isn’t just another university art gallery – it’s home to over 6,000 creative works and cultural artifacts. Opening to the public in 1994, the McMaster Museum of Art has proved time and time again to be a space of importance in the Hamilton arts community. The public programs at the museum change regularly, offering visitors a plethora of historical, modern and contemporary art to view."

"DescriptionThe McMaster Museum of Art is a non-profit public art gallery at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. The museum is located in the centre of the campus, attached to Mills Memorial Library and close to the McMaster University Student Centre. Phone: +1 905-525-9140 ext. 23081Web: https://museum.mcmaster.ca"

"Elizabeth Doxtater, Where the Water Never Freezes|Courtesy of McMaster Museum of Art. What’s a university without an art gallery?. After opening to the public in 1994, the McMaster Museum of Art has served as a creative home to a significant collection of 6,000 works at McMaster University."

"Spend your afternoon in the AGO (Art Gallery of Ontario) where you can see numerous collections of art from around the world and the largest Canadian art collection. There are so many things to do in Toronto so next up is Nathan Phillips Square where you can take a picture with the iconic Toronto sign and see the new city hall. The Old City Hall is just to the right, an old Romanesque building. If you’re visiting in the winter you can go skating in the square for free."

"The AGO is hard to miss: the monumental glass and titanium facade designed by Toronto native son Frank Gehry hovering over the main building…"

"Bringing space to earth, the forest to the city, history to the present and your insides to the outside, the Ontario Science Centre lets your kids participate in the wonder of discovery. With experiential learning at the forefront, they’ll see the world from a whole new perspective, whether that’s from a inside a spaceship, a cave, the mind of a free diver, or from a critical point of view. At the Innovation Centre, your kids’ creativity will be put to the test as they solve problems, strategize and are asked to think outside of the box."

"This hidden treasure on Brimley Road might be one of the best insights into how early settlers lived when they arrived in Scarborough, before it became on the biggest suburbs in the 20th century. Set off a series of trails and greenery of the Thomson Memorial Park, this series of four buildings is especially beautiful in the summertime."

"Watch comic performances of some of the best comedians from the Toronto and entire Canada by visiting The Boom, a decade-old comedy club in the capital of Ontario. A fabulous sketch comedy troupe based in Toronto perform comedy shows to entertain the laugh-seekers visiting it. It’s open only on Thursday evening."

"A post shared by Dana Chevalier (@artist_dana_chevalier) on Jan 5, 2019 at 5:41pm PST. Established since 2008, Empire Comedy Live is an outstanding comedy club in Toronto amusing its audiences with exceptional laughter-filled performances. It features stand-up comedy shows to offer you entertaining experiences."

"Dundas West has become THE neighbourhood to go for brunch in Toronto. Not far from Trinity Bellwoods Park, there are a number of fantastic brunch spots, so if the line is too long at one spot, you’re close to another great place. ALSO READ: Best Parks in Toronto"

"Take a walk or bike ride along the West Toronto Railpath and have a rest stop at Henderson Brewing Co. Founded by three beer-loving partners in 2014 with a combined 70 yeas in the business, the award-winning brewery is home to a cavernous tap room where you can sample what’s on offer including flagship beer, Henderson’s Best, their twist on take on a classic ESB."

"Located on Sterling Road in the Junction Triangle, Henderson Brewery is open 7 days a week until 10pm. On Friday & Saturday the bar and bottle shop are open until 11pm. Their flagship beer (and my fav!), Henderson’s Best, is a modern take on brews created in the 19th century."

"Tucked away among shady trees, this two-year-old brew pub offers a stately setting inside a Victorian mansion, topped with a rooftop patio with enough room for you and all your drinking buddies. If the heights don’t get your head spinning, the impressive slate of nuanced industrial-strength IPAs – from the aptly named Hedonism (6.9%) to the equally aptly named Truth Serum (6.3%) – will."

"A post shared by Rorschach Brewing Company (@rorschachbeer) on Nov 22, 2018 at 12:28pm PST. Chris from travelingmitch:. “In my opinion, Rorschach Brewing Co. might just be the most underrated craft brewery in Toronto."