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From places near to far – travel with the ROM.

ROMtravel offers world cultures and natural history tours to thoroughly researched destinations throughout the world, accompanied by expert resource people. Let our experts be your guides.
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ROMbus runs day trips on a museum theme to places in Toronto and surrounding areas.
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ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historic interest. For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097 or download a copy of the ROMwalk brochure (PDF).
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Private Group Walks offer clubs, community groups, out-of-town visitors and families private group ROMwalk. Arranged specifically for your group at any time, choose from our selection of 21 walks. The cost is $1O.OO per person with a minimum of 1O people. Call 416.586.8O97 for information. For more information download the ROMwalk brochure (PDF).

All offerings are organized by the Department of Museum Volunteers.


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Sicily: Journey Through the Ages

Adults
April 12 to 23, 2010

Join us as we explore the treasures of Sicily - ancient Greek temples, Roman mosaics, impressive Norman Cathedrals, Baroque architecture, beautiful landscapes and wonderful food.

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ROMbus: Scarborough Fair with Corey Keeble

Adults
Thursday, April 22, 2010, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm; Meet at York Mills Subway (South Exit)

Scarborough where deer were once hunted, was named in 1796 by Elizabeth Simcoe after her home in England. Today, now a part of the City of Toronto, Scarborough is filled with many interesting urban sites.

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ROMwalk 2010:
Cabbagetown
Sun. May 2 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, May 2, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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A Berlin Kaleidoscope, with Dresden and Leipzig

Adults
May 5 to 15, 2010

Join Berliner and ROMtravel coordinator, Monica Carr for a stimulating exploration of the old, the new and the reborn in Dresden, Leipzig and Berlin.

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ROMwalk 2010:
ROM and its Neighbours
Wed. May 5 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, May 5, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Parkdale
Sun. May 9 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday May 9, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
The Grange Neighbourhood
Wed. May 12 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, May 12, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Yorkville - A Tollgate Village
Sun. May 16 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, May 16, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMbus: Kiss Me Kate

Adults
Tuesday, May 18, 8:30 am - 6:30 pm; Meet at York Mills Subway (South Exit)

As backstage bickering between the co-stars of a musical version of The Taming of the Shrew threatens to sabotage opening night, along come a couple of gangsters with a gambling debt to collect. The result is hilarity on and off the stage - all punctuated by Cole Porter’s unforgettable melodies and wickedly witty lyrics. A fascinating chat with one of the members of the company is followed by lunch in town at the Parlour Restaurant.

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ROMwalk 2010:
Historic Toronto
Wed. May 19 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, May 19, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Sacred Stones and Steeples
Sun. May 23 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, May 23, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Heart of Toronto
Wed. May 26 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, May 26, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
No walk today.
Sun. May 30

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, May 30, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Whisky, Wharf & Windmill
Wed. June 2 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, June 2, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
The Necropolis
Sun. June 6 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, June 6, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
No walk today.
Wed. June 9

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, June 9, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Rosedale - Part 2
Sun. June 13 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, June 13, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
ROM and its Neighbours
Wed. June 16 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, June 16, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMbus: The Flora & Fauna of Niagara

Adults
Thursday, June 17, 2010, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm; Meet at the ROM, President's Choice School Entrance (South Entrance)

You will feast your eyes and feed your soul on this trip as we highlight the Niagara Parks Greenhouses, Botanical Gardens and Butterfly Conservatory.

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ROMwalk 2010:
The Grange Neighbourhood
Sun. June 20 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, June 20, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Yorkville - A Tollgate Village
Wed. June 23 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, June 23, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Historic Toronto
Sun. June 27 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, June 27, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Cabbagetown
Wed. June 30 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, June 30, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Mount Pleasant Cemetery - Part 1
Sun. July 4 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, July 4, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Parkdale
Wed. July 7 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, July 7, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Sacred Stones and Steeples
Sun. July 11 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, July 11, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Whisky, Wharf & Windmill
Wed. July 14 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, July 14, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Heart of Toronto
Sun. July 18 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, July 18, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
ROM and its Neighbours
Wed. July 21 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, July 21, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Cabbagetown
Sun. July 25 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, July 25, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Historic Toronto
Wed. July 28 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, July 28, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
The Grange Neighbourhood
Sun. Aug. 1 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, August 1, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Rosedale - Part 2
Wed. Aug. 4 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesdsay, August 4, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk Plus 2010: Queen's Park Circle: Politics, Profs and Pundits

FamilyKidsAdultsMembers/Special Interest Group
Sunday, August 8, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

ROMwalk PLUS walks are paid walks, often new or revised. Funds raised are used to produce the ROMwalk brochure and to support the ROM. Look for the blue umbrella.
Walk is approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours long.

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ROMwalk 2010:
Whisky, Wharf & Windmill
Wed. Aug. 11 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, August 11, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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Into the Northwest Passage

AdultsAdults
August 14 to 28, 2010

Celebrate Canada’s great northern expanse with the most coveted of Arctic itineraries, the Northwest Passage. Trace the routes of legendary explorers, Franklin, Rae and Amundsen. Sail through waters rich with whales, polar bears, narwhals and walrus. Observe the massive bird colonies dotting the rocky cliffs.

ROM’s Ken Lister will be part of an outstanding team of resource specialists aboard the Clipper Adventurer, a recently renovated 118 passenger vessel. These experts will help us to comprehend this vast land, it’s makeup, history, mythology and people. Join us for this indepth experience of the culture and history of the Inuit people and learn firsthand the effects of the emerging issues of climate change and Arctic sovereignty.

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ROMwalk 2010:
The Necropolis
Sun. Aug. 15 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, August 15, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Heart of Toronto
Wed. Aug. 18 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, August 18, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Historic Toronto
Sun. Aug. 22 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, August 22, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Yorkville - A Tollgate Village
Wed. Aug. 25 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, August 25, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Sacred Stones and Steeples
Sun. Aug. 29 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, August 29, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
ROM and its Neighbours
Wed. Sept. 1 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, September 1, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Whisky, Wharf & Windmill
Sun. Sept. 5 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, September 5, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMbus: Christopher Plummer in The Tempest

Adults
Wednesday, September 8, 2010, 7:45 am - 6:00 pm; Meet at York Mills Subway (South Exit)

This early fall trip to Stratford to see Christopher Plummer as Prospero in The Tempest, is indeed an exciting one! There are only a few matinees of The Tempest in September, and excellent seats have been obtained

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ROMwalk 2010:
The Grange Neighbourhood
Wed. Sept 8 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, September 8, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Mount Pleasant Cemetery - Part 1
Sun. Sept. 12 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, September 12, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Yorkville - A Tollgate Village
Wed. Sept. 15 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, September 15, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Cabbagetown
Sun. Sept. 19 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, September 19, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

Click on more information for details of walk.

For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk 2010:
Heart of Toronto
Wed. Sept. 22 at 6 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Wednesday, September 22, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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ROMwalk Plus 2010: St James’ Cemetery

FamilyKidsAdultsMembers/Special Interest Group
Sunday, September 26, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

ROMwalk PLUS walks are paid walks, often new or revised. Funds raised are used to produce the ROMwalk brochure and to support the ROM. Look for the blue umbrella.
Walk is approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours long.

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Getaway to the "Windy City - Chicago"

Adults
September 27 to October 1, 2010

Chicago is a sprawling metropolis, the birthplace of the ‘skyscraper’. We will explore developments by America’s great architects, cultural landmarks and magnificent attractions.

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ROMwalk 2010:
Sacred Stones and Steeples
Sun. Oct. 3 at 2 pm

FamilyKidsAdults
Sunday, October 3, 2010

ROMwalk provides guided walking tours through Toronto neighbourhoods of architectural and historical interest to the public. Free walks take place on most Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May to October.

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For additional information on these free walks call 416.586.8097

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A Polar Bear Adventure

Adults
October 30 to November 3, 2010

Come and spend Hallowe’en at Churchill. It’s an unique experience!

Information Night: Thursday April 29 at 5:30 p.m. with speaker Dr. Mark Engstrom, Vice-president Collections & Research at the ROM. Please contact Liz Muir to register and for details: emuir@eol.ca; 416-469-5097

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Best of Brazil

Adults
February 12 to 26, 2011

Brazil is a vast and varied country, filled with dazzling beauty, lush rainforest, and a rich and vibrant culture. We will explore the Amazon Forest, admire the thunderous Iguaçu Falls, visit colonial towns, baroque monuments, cobblestone streets and fall in love with Rio de Janeiro, one of the most beautiful and compelling cities in the world and the host of the 2016 Summer Olympic Games.

Information Meeting:
Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at 5:30 pm, Royal Ontario Museum.

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