The Aga Khan Museum has become a staple in Toronto’s arts and culture scene, going beyond its purpose as a museum to become a home to the arts.
Museums are of great cultural importance, as they remind us and help us contemplate the past. However, museums have had to innovate to draw in crowds over the last few decades.
Fact is, people and their priorities have changed over the last few generations, and museums are impacted by that.
Like most museums, the Aga Khan Museum has had to innovate. However, with misconceptions of its niche nature, the challenge to innovate has been much greater.
Over the span of 6 days – including Canada Day – the museum (along with its entire nature space known as Aga Khan Park) played host to the Rhythms of Canada Festival, a culturally-diverse, multi-art program that featured everything from painting to music performances. It aimed to celebrate Canada’s diverse communities, and kickstart the dialogue around just how connected we are as a country.
COO Moyez Jadavji took some time to discuss the festival, speaking to how the Aga Khan Park and the foundational vision of the museum allow for unique programming to be developed. This programming, in turn, fosters an environment that brings diverse people together, and creates a space for dialogue, conversation and contemplation.
The museum plays host to many activities year round, including a number of exhibits. Be sure to check back as we write about these exhibitions, and also visit their website for their upcoming programming.
Cover Photo: Adnan M. © The Arts Guild.
