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A Legacy of Knowledge for Future Generations
Patricia Haug and her husband Kjell on their wedding day. Photo courtesy Haug Estate Trustee Molly Yeoman. A lifelong champion of curiosity and creative thinking, Patricia Haug devoted her retirement years to her community and educating the younger generation. Committed to the ROM, she
A Lifelong Relationship
As both a member and an employee, Connie Swenson has always felt a strong sense of connection to the Royal Ontario Museum. A native of Iowa by way of Chicago, she moved to Toronto with her family in 2008, after a brief sojourn in Alberta–and the ROM quickly became a big part of their lives. “As
New Children’s Book Brings Prehistoric Mammals to Life
“On the weekends, Molly’s grandma takes her to the museum. It’s a special time together to learn new things and explore ideas. Molly brings her notebook to sketch specimens and collect interesting facts. Grandma says the whole world is full of magic if you just look for it.” This excerpt
The Changing Face of Philanthropy
Peggy Lau. Photo courtesy of Peggy Lau. At 34, Peggy Lau is one of the youngest members of ROM’s Currelly Legacy Society – a group of individuals who have promised future gifts to the Museum. A former intern with ROM Governors, Peggy chats easily about her love of art and culture and her
A Legacy Not Forgotten
Joan Thompson, James A.S. Thompson and Evan Thompson Joan Thompson was a long-time ROM volunteer – one of the iconic ‘Three Joans’ who were founding members of the Volunteer Committee (now known as the Department of Museum Volunteers) in the late 1950s. During her near-50 years of involvement
ROM Mourns the Passing of Hyacinth Gloria Chen
ROM is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Hyacinth Gloria Chen. Ms. Chen was a truly incredible woman who leaves behind a tremendous legacy, both as successful businesswoman and a dedicated mother and grandmother who instilled the greatest values and principles in her family. We were proud
An Enriching Relationship
In the Canadian multicultural mosaic, Jayshree Khimasia sees ROM as a vital institution. The Museum has brought her closer to her own South Asian identity and nourished her lifelong passion for textiles and global fashion. And that’s why she has chosen to entrust part of her legacy to the
Joseph Tanenbaum: 1932-2022
The ROM community is deeply saddened by the death of Joseph Tanenbaum, our dear friend, one of Canada’s leading and most civic-minded philanthropists. Joey served ROM with inspiring commitment and passion over three decades, as an engaged volunteer and superb donor supporting the growth and
A collector's gift for future generations
For Philip Cheong, collecting is an intergenerational affair. With his father and maternal grandfather both avid collectors, he notes his formative years surrounded by carefully curated objects as a lasting influence in building his own treasured holdings. His first serious acquisition—a
Investment of a Lifetime
Philanthropy is at heart of every great institution and the Royal Ontario Museum is no exception. We often hear the stories of incredible philanthropists whose significant contributions have had a transformative impact on the Museum, but transformative gifts happen in many ways. Did you know that