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Alanis Obomsawin filming Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child, 1986. Courtesy of the National Film Board of Canada and the artist.
A groundbreaking retrospective celebrating the lifework of Abenaki filmmaker, artist, and activist Alanis Obomsawin, one of the most acclaimed Indigenous directors in the world.
The Children Have to Hear Another Story is a groundbreaking retrospective that celebrates the lifework of Abenaki filmmaker, artist, and activist Alanis Obomsawin, one of the most acclaimed Indigenous directors in the world. The exhibition will feature unprecedented access not only to Obomsawin’s films but also the archives related to their production. Presented decade by decade, it is a comprehensive overview of her films, artworks, prints, and music along with ephemera, documents, and media ... view more »
ADMISSION INFO
Admission to the exhibition is free.
Public programs are free with registration.
INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*
Additional time info:
Opening Reception
Wednesday, September 6, 6pm–8pm
University of Toronto Art Centre
Join the Art Museum for the public opening reception of The Children Have to Hear Another Story: Alanis Obomsawin. Opening remarks will take place at the Art Museum's University of Toronto Art Centre in University College at 7pm. No registration required.
Artist and Curatorial Tour: Alanis Obomsawin and Richard Hill
Saturday, September 9, 2pm–4pm
University of Toronto Art Centre
A guided, public tour of the exhibition with Alanis Obomsawin and exhibition co-curator Richard William Hill, Smith Jarislowsky Senior Curator of Canadian Art at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Registration required.
Art Crawl with ImagineNATIVE
Wednesday, October 18, 4pm–10pm
Visit local artist-run centres and see national and international exhibitions featuring Indigenous artists who continue to push the boundaries and expectations of what Indigenous storytelling is. Stops include Onsite Gallery, A Space, TSV, YYZ, Bachir-Yerix, and the Art Museum. The Art Crawl ends with a closing party at the AGO. Registration required.
Alanis Obomsawin: In Conversation with Cameron Bailey
(R.K. Teetzel Lecture, University College)
Thursday, November 16, 4:30pm–6pm
University College
In conversation with Cameron Bailey, CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival, Alanis Obomsawin will speak about her lifework, Indigenous storytelling, and activism through her films, drawings, and music. Registration required.
All programs are free and open to the public. For the most up-to-date information about public programs, visit artmuseum.utoronto.ca/programs/
LOCATION
15 King’s College Circle, Toronto, ON M5S 3H7
PARKING INFO
Metered parking is available along Hoskin Avenue, King’s College Circle, Tower Road, Hart House Circle. Please visit the U of T Parking information site for up-to-date pricing and rates.
