Arta Gallery, Toronto

Arta Gallery is a major cultural and artistic center in Toronto, nestled in the heart of the Historic Distillery District. A proud part of the local community since 2003, Arta has been aimed at promoting art in daily lives and making talented artists visible to a larger and varied audience. Pursuant to this agenda, the gallery hosts an impressive array of regularly changing exhibitions showcasing commercial contemporary works, by both Canadian and international artists, for collectors and general public.

Following major expansion in June 2008, the Arta Gallery continues to thrive in its unique ambiance under the leadership of Director, Fay Athari. Apart from being a functional platform for professional art, the gallery provides art consultations for those wishing to add to their collections, as well as acts as a fully operational event space for weddings, fundraising and corporate events, etc.

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Sight Name: Arta Gallery
Sight Location: Toronto, Canada (See walking tours in Toronto)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Distillery District Walking Tour

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