Institute for Contemporary Culture, Toronto

#302 among attractions in Toronto

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The Institute for Contemporary Culture is located in the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and serves as the ROM’s window on contemporary society. While the ROM’s vast collection explores world cultures and natural history, the ICC focuses on contemporary works of art that connect living society with the cultural and natural artifacts of the ROM, including art installations, photography exhibits, and performance pieces. The ICC also coordinates the ROM’s involvement with major annual events in Toronto such as Nuit Blanche, Luminato, and the Toronto International Film Festival. The ICC has hosted many travelling exhibitions. One annual highlight each year is the Eva Holtby Lecture on Contemporary Culture. ()

Coordinates: 43°40'4"N, 79°23'41"W

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Downtown Toronto (University of Toronto)Toronto Canada

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Institute for Contemporary Culture – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Ontario Museum, Mink Mile, Philosopher's Walk, Yorkville Village.

~200 ftNW
Huge range of culture and nature exhibits
Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto
1 min walk • The Royal Ontario Museum, often referred to as the ROM, is a premier cultural and historical beacon in the heart of Toronto, Canada. This illustrious institution is not only the largest museum in the country but also ranks among the top museums in the world dedicated...
~1390 ftNE
Shopping district, Shopping
Mink Mile, Toronto
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Toronto, Canada, the Mink Mile is an iconic shopping district that boasts a reputation as one of North America's most luxurious stretches of retail. This prestigious boulevard, situated along Bloor Street between Yonge Street and Avenue Road, is...
~280 ftSW
Hiking, Park, Quad
Philosopher's Walk, Toronto
2 min walk • Philosopher's Walk is a scenic footpath located in the St George campus of the University of Toronto in Toronto, Ontario. It runs in the north–south direction along the ravine landscape created by Taddle Creek, once a natural waterway that was buried during the Industrial Age and is now flowing underground.
~1240 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Gym
Yorkville Village, Toronto
6 min walk • Yorkville Village is a shopping mall in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is located in the Yorkville neighbourhood, along Avenue Road, north of Bloor Street. Prior to its redevelopment which concluded on January 25, 2016, it was known as Hazelton Lanes.
~1410 ftW
Footwear exhibits and the history of shoes
Bata Shoe Museum, Toronto
7 min walk • The Bata Shoe Museum is a museum of footwear and calceology in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The museum's building is situated near the northwest of the University of Toronto's St. George campus, in downtown Toronto.
~550 ftN
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture
Church of the Redeemer, Toronto
3 min walk • The Church of the Redeemer is an Anglican church in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The small church is prominently located at the intersection of Bloor Street and Avenue Road, near the Royal Ontario Museum.
~470 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Cafe
Gardiner Museum, Toronto
3 min walk • The George R. Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art is a ceramics museum in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The museum is situated within University of Toronto's St. George campus, in downtown Toronto. The 4,299.2-square-metre museum building was designed by Keith Wagland, with further expansions and renovations done by KPMB Architects.
~1470 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Gothic Revival architecture
Hart House, Toronto
8 min walk • Hart House is a student activity centre at the University of Toronto. Established in 1919, it is one of the earliest North American student centres, being the location of student debates and conferences since its construction.
~1300 ftSE
Memorial, Park, National park
Queen's Park, Toronto
7 min walk • Queen's Park is an urban park in Downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Opened in 1860 by Edward, Prince of Wales, it was named in honour of Queen Victoria. The park is the site of the Ontario Legislative Building, which houses the Legislative Assembly of Ontario.
~1620 ftE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Basil's Church, Toronto
8 min walk • St. Basil's Church, built in 1856, is the founding church of the Congregation of St. Basil in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, the college church of St. Michael's College, Toronto, and a parish church serving a large local congregation.
~1500 ftS
Gothic Revival architecture, Tower
Soldiers' Tower, Toronto
8 min walk • Soldiers' Tower is a bell and clock tower at the University of Toronto that commemorates members of the university who served in the World Wars.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Institute for Contemporary Culture?

Nearby attractions include Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto (1 min walk), Philosopher's Walk, Toronto (2 min walk), Gardiner Museum, Toronto (3 min walk), Church of the Redeemer, Toronto (3 min walk).

How to get to Institute for Contemporary Culture by public transport?

The nearest stations to Institute for Contemporary Culture:

Metro

Museum • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
St. George • Lines: 1, 2 (6 min walk)

Bus

Hoskin Avenue • Lines: 94A (4 min walk)
St. George (5 min walk)

Tram

Spadina Station • Lines: 510A, 510B, 510C (12 min walk)
Sussex Avenue • Lines: 510A, 510B, 510C (12 min walk)