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Each year, people like you help the Gardiner present the exhibitions and programs that contribute to the vitality of Toronto.
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The Gardiner Museum is a centre for creativity and community. Find out how you can support our mission!
The Gardiner Museum celebrates the art of ceramics and engages local and international audiences by promoting understanding of the long history of people crafting in clay.
Through the display of our permanent collections and special exhibitions, as well as through studio education, programs that engage diverse communities, and major contributions to scholarship, the Gardiner champions ceramics.
Support from the community is vital to the Gardiner’s ability to continue to provide:
- The best possible programming and exhibitions
- Meaningful educational experiences for all
- Care for our permanent collections
- Community access to the Museum
Let’s Be Friends
You belong here! Join today and enjoy the benefits of being a Gardiner Friend, including unlimited admission and discounts on clay classes.
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Young Patron Circle
Our Young Patron Circle offers young professionals exclusive opportunities to connect with a like-minded, culturally-engaged community.
Corporate Support
We take a holistic approach to its corporate partnerships and seeks organizations that share our values: creativity, community, and innovation.
Planned Giving
Making a planned gift ensures that future generations will enjoy the beauty and inspiration that ceramics bring to our lives.
In Our Community
We offer programs that serve a diverse community and foster an exchange of ideas. Make an impact by supporting our community-centered initiatives.
Our Supporters
We thank the generous individuals, corporations, foundations, and government funders who make it possible for us to build community with clay.