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The Robert McLaughlin Gallery (RMG) is the largest public art gallery in Durham Region. We believe that art cultivates connected and caring communities. As an artist-centered and community-oriented public art gallery in Durham Region, we bring people from diverse backgrounds together to engage with art that inspires new perspectives, generates meaningful conversations and creates a sense of belonging. We build relationships with diverse artists and communities through art. The RMG works in collaboration with artists, partners,and audiences to present dynamic and inspiring collections, exhibitions and programs in an inclusive and equitable environment. Today, the RMG’s collection of over 4,700 works focuses on telling the continuing story of Canadian abstraction. Each year we present Permanent Collection exhibitions alongside special exhibitions of contemporary art and artists. We prioritize engaging diverse audiences in new and familiar ways through our programming.

Our Mission The Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre is committed to being a dynamic local point of community interaction through public programming, heritage conservation, research & education initiatives in a welcoming, authentic, and sustainable way. Our Vision Continuing the legacy provided by the early settler families and museum founders, the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre is a unique focal point of community partnerships, appreciations and interpretation for the Town and its heritage preservation. As such, the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre enables and empowers its diverse audience to: Gather and celebrate with community members Develop a shared sense of community and understanding of societal development in Canada Learn about the many cultures who have shaped & continue to shape our community Connect to the past Contribute to local preservation