• September 12, 2026 - December 13, 2026

    found in translation: The Michael and Inna O’Brian Collection

  • Indigenous Approaches to Collecting

    September 30 is National Truth & Reconciliation Day. On this day of remembrance and reflection, we honour Residential School Survivors and their communities, and recognize the historic and ongoing colonial violences against Indigenous peoples. We welcome you to engage with this segment of our Conversations on Collecting series which centres the care and repatriation that is necessary in collecting Indigenous pieces.

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  • Curator Talk

    Curatorial Talk with Curator in Residence Victoria Verge

    Sunday, October 25, 2026

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Exhibition

Found in Translation

The Michael and Inna O’Brian Collection

Curated by Lisa Baldissera

September 12, 2026 - December 13, 2026

Opening Reception: September 11, 2026 | 6-8pm

The O'Brian legacy in Canadian arts and culture is profound and multifaceted. As collectors, they have amassed a significant and diverse body of work that reflects the evolution of Canadian art in the postwar period as well as innovation by intergenerational Indigenous artists from the region. As philanthropists, they have provided crucial support to institutions and individual artists alike, enabling the realization of numerous projects and initiatives. As advocates and leaders, they helped shape the direction of major cultural institutions, ensuring their relevance and vitality for future generations. This exhibition provides a comprehensive look into their celebrated collection for Vancouver audiences!

Image: Krystle Silverfox, Royal Tease, 2020, Inkjet print, 56 x 34 inches. Courtesy of the Artist

Griffin Art Projects is grateful for the generous support of North Vancouver Recreation and Culture, Merla Beckerman and PARC Retirement Living.

Events
Free Guided Tour
Oct 4
Free Guided Tour

Come to our free guided Sunday tours for a closer look into select artworks in our exhibition, led by our Curatorial and Marketing Assistant, Charmaine Mah.

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Free Guided Tour
Oct 18
Free Guided Tour

Come to our free guided Sunday tours for a closer look into select artworks in our exhibition, led by our Curatorial and Marketing Assistant, Charmaine Mah.

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Victoria Verge Curator in Residence Talk
Oct 25
Victoria Verge Curator in Residence Talk

On site at Griffin Art Projects and online via Zoom

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Found in Translation: Listening Sessions with Jefferson Aladé
Nov 8
Found in Translation: Listening Sessions with Jefferson Aladé

Join us for sensational listening sessions by curator and founder of JOMA Studios, Jefferson Aladé, responding to Found in Translation: The Michael and Inna O’Brian Collection.

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Free Guided Tour
Nov 15
Free Guided Tour

Come to our free guided Sunday tours for a closer look into select artworks in our exhibition, led by our Curatorial and Marketing Assistant, Charmaine Mah.

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Free Guided Tour
Dec 13
Free Guided Tour

Come to our free guided Sunday tours for a closer look into select artworks in our exhibition, led by our Curatorial and Marketing Assistant, Charmaine Mah.

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