An integral part of The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century exhibition, on view now at the Art Gallery of Ontario, last August photographer Patrick Nichols captured a portrait of more than 100 of Toronto's early hip hop innovators. Entitled A Great Day in Toronto Hip Hop, the portrait includes performers, DJs, club promoters, and more, telling the story of hip hop’s origins in Toronto.

Join us on February 7, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. as we celebrate that day last summer with Patrick Nichols, featuring sound from the Sunshine Sound Crew, DJs JC and Toney D, and Nigel B from WildStyle Crew.

Admission is always free for AGO Members, AGO Annual Pass holders and Ontarians under 25. This event and access to the exhibition are free with General Admission.

Image credit: Patrick Nichols. A Great Day in Toronto Hip Hop, 2024. Inkjet print, Overall: 147.3 × 223.5 cm. Courtesy of the artist. © Patrick Nichols