DIRECTIONS
The Museum is located at the centre of the University campus at the corner of Sterling Street and University Avenue (Attached to Mills Memorial Library) with the entrance facing west. It is easily reached by public transport with HSR buses stopping at the door. Paid parking is nearby. The closest parking is in McMaster University Parking Lots B & C.
HOLIDAY HOURS: Please note that the museum is closed December 24 - January 6, 2025. Our regular open hours will resume Tuesday, January 7th. Campus ParkingHOURS
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
11am – 5pm
11am – 7pm
11am – 5pm
Closed
Closed
Closed
McMaster Museum of Art
Alvin A. Lee Building (Attached to Mills Memorial Library)
McMaster University
1280 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON L8S 4L6
905-525-9140 Ext. 23081
EVENTS
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Reimagining Mindsets for the Future
Join us for this free creative workshop and discover tools to shift your mindset, enhance your thinking, and elevate your mood to reimagine and take actionable steps toward your future.
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Ascending Horizons Opening Reception
Join us on Thursday, January 30th for an opening reception celebrating Ascending Horizons. Everyone is welcome!
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Sketching Thursdays
Sketching Thursdays in the museum are back! Join us for unguided, weekly sketching sessions inspired by work in the M(M)A collection. Beginning in person starting September 8th, 4:30-6:30pm. No registration required and shared art supplies provided.
TOURS
McMaster Museum of Art offers free guided tours for all ages as well as hands-on educational activities customized to suit your interests. All of the galleries are wheelchair accessible.
Please visit our Education page for details about our virtual programs.
Self-Guided Group Tours
Individuals and groups with less than 10 are welcome to visit to galleries, no appointment necessary, during our open gallery hours or enjoy the outdoor Walking Tour of Campus Sculpture.
Groups of 10 or more, please contact Nicole Knibb in advance:
knibbn@mcmaster.ca
LIBRARY
The MMA Reference Library houses the museum’s modest collection of books, artist’s files and exhibition catalogues and is located in the lower level Education Gallery. The volunteer-run library has grown significantly in recent years thanks to generous donations. Its collection reflects and supports the McMaster Museum of Art Permanent Collection. The MMA library is an outstanding resource for staff, students and researchers.
The MMA Reference Library is open by appointment only.
For access, contact Nicole Knibb
knibbn@mcmaster.ca
Materials may not be removed from the reference library, but photocopying services are available.
Photocopying charges: 10 cents per page (30 page maximum)
Payment upon request. Copies ready for pick up at Reception Desk within 3 days.
Books in the McMaster Museum of Art Library are included in the McMaster University Library Catalogue.
ROOM BOOKINGS
The Museum Board Room is available for bookings at the McMaster Museum of Art and is free for University groups.
It is available only during open Museum hours:
Tuesday 11am – 5pm
Wednesday 11am – 5pm
Thursday 11am – 7pm
Friday 11am – 5pm
Rates are for one day.
Some audio-visual equipment is available.
Food and drink is permitted in this room.
Catering arrangements should be made through McMaster’s Catering Services:
905-525-9140 Ext. 24836
catering@mcmaster.ca
To book this room please contact:
Kate Hand905-525-9140 Ext. 23241
handk@mcmaster.ca
Museum Board Room (4th Floor)
Capacity: 16
Free for McMaster community / $50 for off-campus groups
