Inquiries about:
Tours
The gallery offers guided tours of current exhibitions at The Goldfarb Gallery. These tours can be tailored for specific disciplinary approaches. Throughout the summer, The Goldfarb Gallery also organizes guided walking tours of the university’s outdoor sculpture collection (more info on the collection here). Tours meet Wednesdays at noon at the gallery and last about an hour. Tours may also be arranged for other times by request.
For groups, please indicate number of participants, date and time preferred, and, if this is for an academic course, course name and topic.
To book tours, please email TheGoldfarbGallery@yorku.ca with your request.
Exhibition Proposals
The Goldfarb Gallery does not accept exhibition proposals. Exhibitions are organized by the gallery’s curators and programmed two to three years in advance. The curators conduct research on artists and trends on an ongoing basis.
We do, however, accept informational packages from artists and curators as part of ongoing research. Curatorial staff meets three times a year to collectively review submitted packages. Any portfolios sent to the gallery will be reviewed with great interest as we appreciate being made aware of all contemporary practices. Portfolios should be sent to TheGoldfarbGallery@yorku.ca. While physical packages may also be mailed to the gallery, we cannot guarantee return of any package. We strive to respond to all packages sent.
Please note, as a public gallery funded by federal, provincial, and municipal arts councils for our programming, we cannot exhibit York University faculty nor student exhibitions. We do work with students through the University’s work study program and in mentorship capacities. We are interested in collaborating with student groups and have exhibited the work of York University alumni.
Student Opportunities
The Goldfarb Gallery offers several opportunities for York students and other interested individuals to gain valuable experience in gallery programming, outreach and engagement, and office administration. Whether you are an art enthusiast or considering a career in a creative industry, your involvement with a professionally staffed gallery will further your knowledge and exposure to contemporary artists and gallery practices. The Goldfarb Gallery offers multiple streams of employment and volunteer opportunities, and we are happy to accept experiential learning placements on a case-by-case basis.
York University Gallery Attendant Work-Study Positions
In the fall/winter and summer terms, The Goldfarb Gallery welcomes YorkU students to work part-time (10 to 15 hrs per week) in the gallery and assist with programming. These positions are posted on the York careers website in April for the summer session and July for the fall/winter session. You must apply for them through the careers website, not directly to the gallery. Applications require a cover letter and CV.
Eligibility requirements for these positions are determined by the University. Please visit this webpage for more information on eligibility.
Young Canada Works (YCW)
In the summer, the Gallery hires students through the YCW in Heritage Organizations program and in the fall/winter recent graduates through the YCW Building Careers in Heritage program. Open to youth across Canada, you may search and learn about job postings by registering on the Young Canada Works website. These positions are subject to the success of our grant applications and specific job descriptions change with the needs of our operations and programs. All YCW job opportunities are announced on our website, through email announcements, and through our social media platforms.
Experiential Placement Opportunities
We are happy to accept Expressions of Interest from students who are seeking to complete a practicum. This opportunity is open to students across Canada. If considering The Goldfarb Gallery for your practicum, please send a short introductory e-mail to Curator Felicia Mings at mings[at]yorku.ca with your CV, expression of interest, and details of your placement requirements. We accept placements on a case-by-case basis, depending on the needs of the student’s placement, the availability of a Gallery staff member, and the placement’s needs aligning with our programming goals for the year.
Volunteer Opportunities
The Goldfarb Gallery has two volunteer streams for York University students, local high school students, and community members.
- Volunteer Gallery Attendants: Individuals who commit to a semester or academic year-long position for 2.5 hours per week. Volunteer Gallery Attendants primary role is to assist with front of house duties, such as welcoming audiences to the gallery. All volunteers will receive a certificate of service at the completion of the semester.
- Casual Volunteer: Individuals who are added to a list of casual volunteers and are contacted as needed for special events, programs, and projects.
All Gallery volunteers participate in gallery orientation and are invited to quarterly professional development workshops that focus on preparing students for careers in the arts. Please click here to fill out our volunteer form, which can be accessed from May to August.