Mercer Union

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Established and incorporated in 1979, Mercer Union began as an artist-run centre in Toronto through the collective efforts of artists who believed in alternative art production and presentation. Throughout its history, the venue has maintained ambitious programming, exhibiting national and international artists and presenting cultural professionals both in formative and established stages of their careers. In downtown Toronto, Mercer Union is located close to the arts district West Queen West.

In 1993, the Gallery gained national notoriety for an exhibit by new artist, Eli Langer that featured provocative drawings of children in sexual positions. The artist and gallery were accused of violating Canada's new child pornography laws, and were later acquitted.^[1]^[2]