Akin invites you to an afternoon of guided tours through some of Toronto’s most interesting galleries and artist-run centres. Explore the current exhibitions and learn about the artists and their work. This event is free and open to all. Bring a friend, the more the merrier!
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM start time
Location: Bloordale, gallery addresses listed below
Closest TTC: Lansdowne Station (Line 2)
[View the route on Google Maps →] total distance for the route is 2.2 km. You can expect between 650 metres - 850 metres between each stop. This event is rain or shine, please dress for the weather.
Route:
1:00 PM | Meet at Patel Brown at 21 Wade Ave.
Rituals of Persistence, a solo exhibition by Sergio Suárez. [More info →]
Walk to Gallery TPW at 170 St Helens Ave
Between grain, dune, salt, and sky, a group exhibition curated by Sarah Edo, featuring Adji Dieye, Wintana Hagos, Jessica Karuhanga, Mallory Lowe Mpoka, Dawit L. Petros, and Rolla Tahir. [More info →]
Walk to Gallery 1888 at 225 Sterling Road, unit 20
Second Nature, a solo exhibition by Ethan Platt. [More info →]
Walk to Towards Gallery at 163 Sterling Road, unit 144
Placeholders, an exhibition by Adam Shiu-Yang Shaw and Viktor Fordell. [More info→]
Final stop: Blouin Division at 45 Ernest Ave
The Fire, The Flood, and all the Feelings, a solo exhibition by Simon Hughes.
Accessibility Information
Patel Brown Toronto
Located on the second floor, accessible only by staircase.
Gallery TPW
Ramp access, accessible ground-floor washroom, and clear pathways throughout. Please note: no automatic doors at the entrance/washroom and no designated accessible parking nearby.
Gallery 1888
The gallery is in a very old building and includes steps throughout the space.
Towards Gallery
Two steps to the entrance.
Blouin Division
Step-free access to the main entrance (or garage door if needed, not automated). All public areas are level. Ground-level accessible washroom available (without grab bars; toilet not raised).