“Image? The Power of the Visual” (Aga Khan Museum)
It’s hard to put your phone away when inside the gorgeous Aga Khan Museum — the building’s architectural design is begging for an Instagram shot or 12. But that is exactly what the museum’s ambitious new exhibition, “Image? The Power of the Visual,” is asking you to do, at least for a while. Divided into five themes, including Faith & Spirituality, Power & Authority and Values & Ideas, this multidisciplinary show presents a wide range of contemporary and historical works that demonstrate how image-making has been used over centuries to unite and divide, and for personal self-expression. The show runs until Sept. 5, but if you plan your visit between June 28 to July 3, you can catch the Rhythms of Canada festival featuring outdoor performances, food trucks and a souk-style marketplace.