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SPECIAL EVENT
Monday, September 10
7 to 8.30 p.m. IN FRENCH
ENCOUNTER WITH
MICHEL ONFRAY
Come meet the French philosopher and author for an open discussion of the major themes addressed in his work during an exchange with the Montreal public.
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Special Location
Bourgie Hall, 1339 Sherbrooke Street West
A presentation of Escales Improbables de Montréal and Usine C, with the collaboration of Éditions Flammarion.
The encounter has been co-organized in partnership with the Consulate General of France in Quebec in connection with the presentation of the show La sagesse des abeilles.
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GUIDED TOURS OF THE COLLECTION: THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!
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TREASURES FROM THE MUSEUM’S COLLECTION
Until December 30
Featuring Quebec and Canadian art,
European paintings and sculptures, and
African, Pre-Columbian, Asian and Islamic
works, the Museum’s encyclopedic collection
is a true treasure trove. These guided tours
are a great way to discover the Museum’s
landmark works.
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THE NEW SCULPTURE GARDEN
Until September 30
The Museum’s Sculpture Garden has been
expanded.
It displays some twenty works by
renowned Canadian and international artists.
In the company of our Guides, learn more
about the unique aspects of public art and
how contemporary artists are transforming
urban spaces with a view to reaching an
ever-wider public. Be sure to catch the
temporary installation by Claude Cormier.
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DIVERTIMENTO: ON THE LIGHTER SIDE
Until December 30
The Museum is a place to spend enjoyable
moments and make new discoveries. Find
out for yourself on light-hearted tours like
“Someone Is Waiting for You in the Car” or
“You’ve Got the Blues.” These thematic tours
explore a dozen works from an unexpected
angle and provide insightful comments.
Join in the fun!
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Tuesday to Friday
IN FRENCH
1.30 p.m. / Treasures from the Museum’s Collection
2 p.m. / The Sculpture Garden
IN ENGLISH
2 p.m. / Treasures from the Museum’s Collection
2.30 p.m. / The Sculpture Garden
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Sunday
IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH
1.30 p.m. / Divertimento: On the Lighter Side
2.30 p.m. / The Sculpture Garden
N.B. Tours of the Sculpture Garden are featured until September 30.
Meeting place for all tours:
Lobby of the Jean-Noël Desmarais Pavilion
Free admission
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Michiel van Musscher (1645-1705), Portrait of a Lady Playing a Lute (detail), 1680,
oil on canvas. MMFA gift of Lord Strathcona and family. Photo MMFA, Jean-François Brière
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Auguste Renoir (1841-1919), Head of a Neapolitan Girl (detail),
1881, oil on canvas. MMFA, Adaline Van Horne Bequest.
Photo MMFA, Brian Merrett
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LECTURES
Thursday, September 13,
From 5 to 7 p.m.
"When the Eye Listens" Series
Portraits féminins du Musée en musique
Part 1: de l’Antiquité au XVIIIe siècle (in French)
By François Filiatrault
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Thursday, September 20
From 5 to 7 p.m.
"When the Eye Listens" Series
Portraits féminins du Musée en musique
Part 2: XIXe et XXe siècles (in French)
BY Claude Nadon
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In the spirit of the musical stroll through the galleries offered by the new audioguide, we recommend, in two
separate encounters, a stop at some thirty portraits associated with a distinct piece of music that highlights each of these women.
FREE ADMISSION
First-come, first-served.
Maxwell Cummings Auditorium
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NOW AVAILABLE!
Stay on track with a Posy Paper planner. An eco-friendly choice!
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Afternoons at the M Boutique and Bookstore
On Wednesday, September 19,
from 2 to 4 p.m., meet with Tony Gaudette, Milan Cuisine founder and designer, to discover a line of modern,
sophisticated culinary objects that reflect a rich heritage.
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