Northumberland County's Largest Collecting Public Art Gallery

Art is for Everyone.

EXHIBITIONS

Main Gallery

Nerine Cavadias
April 11-July 5, 2026.
A compelling body of recent work that reflects her thoughtful and introspective artistic practice.

Permanent Gallery

Narrative and Nourishment
January 10-July 4, 2026.
Exploring how food in painting becomes a way to tell stories about identity, memory, and connection.

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Sculpture Gallery

The Art of Becoming | AGN Youth Council
May 7-July 4, 2026.
A deep exploration of positive practice of mental health, expressed through the eyes of five passionate youth artists.

James Cockburn Room

Built Legacy | The Clench Family
On Now.
The James Cockburn Room offers visitors an intimate connection to one of Canada’s founding figures.

On Tour

A Collection Built on Relationships | Inuit Art
Opening Reception: April 30, 2026.
This is a travelling exhibition, currently at Kawartha Museum and Archives until October 31, 2026.

Past Exhibitions

Previously on our Walls
Our past exhibitions tell the story of where we’ve been. Explore exhibitions previously on view at the Art Gallery of Northumberland.

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Built Legacy | The Clench Family
On Now.
Located within the historic Victoria Hall, the James Cockburn Room offers visitors an intimate connection to one of Canada’s founding figures.

James Cockburn Room

A Collection Built on Relationships | Inuit Art from the Permanent Collection
April 30-July 9, 2026.
These works offer a glimpse into the artistic expressions and lived experiences of the Inuit during a period of cultural change.

On Tour

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We are dedicated to celebrating creativity, community, and connection through the visual arts. We present a dynamic range of exhibitions featuring regional, national, and emerging artists, alongside works from its growing permanent collection.

About AGN Exhibitions

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LATEST UPDATES

Welcome Chris!

Working alongside our Collections Manager, Breanna Breathour, Christopher will be contributing to a variety of special projects focused on the AGN’s permanent collection and exhibition spaces.

He has already made a great impact by creating professionally rendered floor plans of our gallery spaces, helping to make future exhibition planning and design more efficient and accessible.

Please join us in welcoming Chris!

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Say Hello to Venus and Dakota

Welcome (back) Dakota Martin and Venus Nwaokoro as Tourism Information Officer Interns through the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations program.

Join the Recipe Collective!

Share a cherished recipe along with a short story, memory, or reflection that brings it to life. Submit by May 31 by emailing us at communications@agncobourg.ca.

Seasonal Maintenance Begins

It's that time of year when the AGN begins its annual maintenance program for our outdoor public artworks, led by Lindsay Fler, Cultural Heritage Manager. In partnership with the Town of Cobourg, this preventive conservation initiative helps preserve the sculptures and public artworks enjoyed by our community year-round.

If you see our team out in the community caring for these works, be sure to stop by and say hello!

PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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Located in the heart of Victoria Hall, the Art Gallery of Northumberland is proud to be housed within one of the community’s most treasured historic landmarks. Built in 1860, Victoria Hall is a stunning example of neoclassical architecture and serves as a cultural and civic hub for Cobourg. Its beautifully preserved interiors provide a unique and inspiring setting for the AGN, where history and contemporary art come together to create a rich and engaging visitor experience.