Biodiversity, the richness of life.
With 5,000,000 specimens and research in over 25 countries worldwide, at the ROM we discover new life and figure out how all living things are connected.
Join us throughout the month of April to connect with ROM scientists, learn about our fragile world and what you can do to help. Join the conversation and have your voice heard
Unless otherwise stated, for further information or to register for ROM biodiversity events visit rom.on.ca/nature or call 416.586.5797.
*Denotes Family Events
Curators in Conversation: Google Hangout Sessions
Tuesdays and Thursday in April, 12 pm
FREE online events, no advance registration required.
Join our growing online Biodiversity community for an opportunity to speak directly with ROM experts. Engage with curators, get insider information on the ROM’s activities around the globe, and see your world in new ways.
Speakers and themes change each session, visit rom.on.ca/nature for complete listings.
Partners in Protection: Ontario Forestry Association
April 7, 11 am to 3 pm, Earth Rangers Studio
Included with ROM admission
Connect with the organizations involved in biodiversity-related issues through informal presentations and learn how to make a difference.
Endangered Species in Ontario
April 7, 7 pm, Eaton Theatre
FREE event, RSVP required.
Experts from the ROM, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Ontario Nature discuss Ontario’s endangered species. Be part of the conversation before Ontario amends the Endangered
Species Act.
CONTEXTS: Lectures at the ROM
Trees For Toronto Goes Mobile With Deborah Metsger, Assistant Curator Botany
April 24, 10 am, Meet in Gloria Chen Court
Included with ROM admission
Identify and learn about over 75 species of trees from your computer or smart phone.
ROMcafé: Monitoring the Urban Breeding Season of Birds
April 24, 7:00 pm-8:30 pm, Duke of York Pub
39 Prince Arthur Ave. 2nd Floor
FREE drop-in event, excludes food & beverage costs
Drink, debate and discuss with ROM Ornithology Technician Mark Peck as you learn about the urban breeding season of birds.
2013 Earth Month Youth Forum
April 27, 2:30 pm to 9 pm, Bronfman Hall, level 2
$20 (Youth), $25 (Educator), Member Prices $18 (Youth), $22.50 (Educator)
Are you passionate about the environment? Join like-minded youth from across the province to learn about environmental issues, participate in hands-on workshops, and team up with other young environmental leaders to start affecting real change!
With partners from Earth Day Canada
Featuring keynote presentations by two of the world’s leading environmental photographers, Dr. Roberta Bondar and Sebastião Salgado.
Earth Rangers: Great Lakes Show *
Saturday April 6, 13 and 20, 10:30 am to 2:30 pm, Earth Ranger Studio
Included with ROM Admission, no registration required
Learn about one of Canada’s most beautiful natural wonders: the Great Lakes.
Meet the Aquarium Expert *
Sundays in April, 11 am to 1 pm, Schad Gallery of Biodiversity
Included with ROM Admission, no registration required
Meet the person responsible for keeping the ROM’s fish happy and healthy.
Spring Family Weekend: Nature *
April 27-28, 11 am to 3 pm
Included with ROM Admission, no registration required
Awaken your wild side! Incredible insects, magnificent mammals, and rockin’ reptiles are some of the cool creatures you’ll meet this weekend at the ROM filled with live animals, fun activities and crafts for the whole family.