Experts' Choice Award Gardiner Museum
What the experts agree on
North America's first ceramic-art specialist museum houses over 3,000 pieces spanning ancient Mayan figurines to contemporary work, all in an award-winning building designed around the Gardiner's private collection.
“The Gardiner showcases a collection of more than 3,000 pieces, ranging from ancient Mayan figurines to 17th-century English Delftware and dynamic contemporary pieces.”
– Travel + Leisure
Time Out "The first specialist museum of ceramic art in North America." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This museum, the project of collectors George and Helen Gardiner, features pottery and porcelain from a variety of countries and cultures." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Dedicated solely to the ceramic arts, the space was first opened to house the private collection of George and Helen Gardiner. Later turned into an award -winning building by KPMB Architects." Full review
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The topics of the tours vary, though, so check with the front desk upon arrival to make sure the day's theme is of interest.
Monocle "Canada’s only gallery dedicated to ceramics was opened in 1984 by George and Helen Gardiner to showcase their private collection of pottery. It spans the ancient Americas, ceramics from..."
New York Times "The fabulous Gardiner Museum, one of North America’s only museums dedicated to ceramics, is featuring “Sharif Bey: Colonial Ruptures,” with African-inspired icons by the Syracuse-based artist (through Aug"
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Frommer's "The only museum in Canada dedicated to ceramic art... does its job impressively." Full review
New York Times "The Gardiner Museum is dedicated to the artistry and craft of ceramics. Many visitors prioritize the best-known museums, but that would mean missing niche standouts like the Gardiner..."
