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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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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.

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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.

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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. 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.

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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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ROMbus: Doors Open in Port Hope

Adults
Saturday, October 2, 8:15 am - 6:00 pm; Meet at York Mills Subway (South Exit)

The Port Hope Chapter of the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario is sponsoring their 45th annual House Tour of eight private homes. It’s the most popular house tour in Ontario. Following our tour of some of these gracious homes, ROM curator Corey Keeble will highlight the outstanding stained glass of St. Paul's Anglican Church, and the little-known history of St. Mark’s, the parish church of Vincent Massey, the first Canadian born Governor- General. Lunch will be at an upscale restaurant in Port Hope.

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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: Monday June 21 at 5:30 p.m. with speaker Dr. Mark Engstrom, Vice-president Collections & Research at the ROM. Please contact Liz Muir to register and receive directions: emuir@eol.ca; 416-469-5097

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Jordan and Israel: An Archaeological Adventure

Adults
October 30 to November 14, 2010

Join the ROM’s Dan Rahimi as we visit Jordan and Israel, young but ancient lands at the crossroads of three continents and three religions.

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ROMbus: Schools Where Stars are Born: Behind the Scenes in Art Education

Adults
Thursday, November 4, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; Meet at the ROM at the President's Choice School Entrance (South Entrance)

Spice up your November days! Join us as we discover where the stars of culinary arts are born at George Brown College.

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ROMbus: 100 Years of Christmas

Adults
Wednesday, December 1, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; Meet at the ROM at the President's Choice School Entrance (South Entrance)

Join us on a trip through Hamilton’s Christmas’ past. We will experience an 1830’s Christmas at Battlefield House Museum and Park. Enjoy cider and cookies and take pleasure in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the Gage family home.

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Intriguing Journey to Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam

Adults
January 8 to 26, 2011

Come join this unforgettable 19-day journey of intrigue across three enchanting nations that offer the traveller a mosaic of fascinating architectural sites, unmatched vistas of natural beauty, rich history, friendly people and regional delicacies. Among the highlights of our journey are six UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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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.

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Eternal Egypt

Adults
February 13 to 27, 2011

Journey to this ancient land which is often described as "the world's largest outdoor museum".

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Sicily: Journey Through the Ages ll

Adults
May 5 to 16, 2011 (Repeat trip, by popular demand!)

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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Alberobello, Trulli. Image courtesy of Dawn Jamieson

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Oban Inn, Niagara-on-the-lake. Image courtesy of Dawn Jamieson. (ROMbus Program)

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Union Station window. Image courtesy of Ross Yurkow. (ROMwalk Program)

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