WAG-Qaumajuq Archives & Special Collections

The Winnipeg Art Gallery's mandate as spelled out in the 1963 Articles of Incorporation is to collect, preserve and exhibiting works of art. The mandate is put into action by two separate but mutually dependent forces; governance is provided by the Board of Governors, and management is provided through gallery staff.

Playing a vital role in the community, engaging people of all ages and backgrounds, the Winnipeg Art Gallery thrives as a creative and accessible place for learning, discovery and inspiration through art, with a particular focus on Inuit art and culture. This mission is supported through an archival program that preserves the administrative, curatorial, and educational programs of the WAG.

The archival holdings at WAG-Qaumajuq consist of administrative, curatorial, and educational records related to the WAG's mandate to collect, preserve, and exhibit works of art. Holdings also include records related to the WAG's previous incarnations, The Winnipeg Museum of Fine Arts, The Winnipeg Gallery and School of Art, and the Winnipeg Art Gallery Association. There are several private collections related to various artists and donors including George Swinton, Arnold Brigden, Christianne Pflug, and Elizabeth Maude Macvicor.

Beyond the archival holdings, WAG-Qaumajuq stewards a significant collection of Inuit and Canadian art. As well as artist files, rare books, and a research library.