Find the 2 Best Arts & Culture Venues in Ottawa, ON

Carleton University Art Gallery connects communities with contemporary art through exhibitions, educational programs, and public engagement. We steward a 30,000-work permanent collection spanning Canadian, European, and Indigenous art while offering accessible, free programming that includes artist collaborations, student mentorship, and community workshops. Our mission emphasizes equity, accessibility, and experiential learning across physical and virtual spaces.

Galerie St-Laurent + Hill is Ottawa's premier contemporary art gallery representing Canadian artists since 1977. We specialize in curating painting, photography, and sculpture exhibitions while providing art advisory services to collectors. Our Ottawa-based space hosts six major exhibitions annually featuring established and emerging Canadian talent.