Italian Week Ottawa 2026: Italian Highlights from the Collections of the National Gallery of Canada (in Italian)

Join the National Gallery of Canada’s interpreter for a guided visit exploring exceptional Italian artworks from the Gallery’s collection.
This 30-minute tour will be presented in Italian and will take place in the European and American Galleries. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage more deeply with Italian art and its historical context.
The tour meeting point is in the Tour Group Lobby, and is included as part of the Gallery’s Free Thursdays. Space is limited.
You’ll also need to obtain your free Gallery admission ticket(s) in addition to this ticket either online here or at the box office upon arrival.
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