MEDIA ALERT & PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
MAJOR ART ACQUISITION ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE McMICHAEL CANADIAN ART COLLECTION ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 AT 11:30 AM
WHAT: Join us for a special announcement regarding a major art acquisition for the McMichael Collection and to learn more about our upcoming Grounds Enhancement Project.
WHY: The McMichael will unveil its significant plans to enhance the gallery grounds and build an outdoor Sculpture Garden featuring works by a well known Canadian artist (identity of the artist to be revealed during the announcement). Artworks will be on display for photography/filming by the media. The McMichael previously received confirmation on March 12, 2010 that the Federal and Provincial governments will contribute $4.2 million through the Infrastructure Stimulus Funding program to complete this major project.
WHERE: McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Grand Hall
10365 Islington Avenue, Kleinburg, ON L0J 1C0
905.893.1121 • www.mcmichael.com
WHEN:Wednesday, September 8, 2010. Formal remarks will commence at 11:30 a.m. followed by a reception and refreshments at noon.
WHO:Upkar Arora, Chair of McMichael Board of Trustees
Michael W. Johnston, Chair of McMichael Foundation Board of Directors
PLEASE RSVP—MEDIA CONTACT: Stephen Weir, Publicist
Gallery 905.893.1121, ext. 2529 • Mobile 416.801.3101
Email sweir@mcmichael.com
