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“Exploring Canada includes pieces from various regions, genres and artistic talents from Canada.”

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The Lily Pond. Artist: Arthur Lismer (1885 – 1969)

From the Embassy of Canada:

“The Embassy of Canada art gallery is located next to the Newseum, at 501 Pennsylvania Avenue NW.

Open to the public: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Manulife art collection

The Embassy of Canada is pleased to host a selection of works from the Manulife art collection. Exploring Canada includes pieces from various regions, genres and artistic talents from Canada. The exhibit provides a unique view into the dynamic artistic pieces that were produced in Canada over the last 165 years. Manulife and the Embassy of Canada invite you to join us in celebrating the diverse artistic and creative talents of these Canadian artists.

Manulife is a Canadian based international financial services company with operations in the United States, Asia and Canada. In the United States, Manulife operates as John Hancock, which has been serving Americans for more than 150 years.

Manulife’s collection, Exploring Canada, will be displayed in the Embassy’s gallery from March to May, 2016.”

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