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Samuel European Galleries

Samuel European Galleries

The legacy of European style through the ages. From the Middle Ages to the 20th century, Europe witnessed agricultural, social, economic and industrial innovation that would change how Europeans lived, worked, and viewed with the world around them. Examine the influence these changes had through

Gallery of Chinese Architecture

Gallery of Chinese Architecture

The largest collection of Chinese architectural artifacts outside of China. China's iconic architectural style is as old as the civilization itself. Throughout, connections and oppositions between Yang-houses (architecture for the living) and Yin-houses (architecture for the dead) intertwine

Galleries of Africa: Egypt

Galleries of Africa: Egypt

An epic civilization with timeless appeal.  The legacy of the Ancient Egyptian culture has left its mark through the centuries. From religion to architecture to fashion, its influence is epic and our fascination with this ancient civilization, so exotic and mysterious, remains strong even today. 

Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Gallery of China

Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Gallery of China

One of the world's great civilizations.   China has witnessed thousands of years of continuous history encompassing well over twenty dynastic periods. Paper, tea, gunpowder, and porcelain are just a few of the significant contributions China has introduced to our world.    Ranked amongst

Eaton Gallery of Rome

Eaton Gallery of Rome

Emperors and Gladiators are just the beginning… The legacy of Rome and its empire endures to this day. Roman generals and emperors conquered foreign lands and left their mark, still visible today in art and architectural remains throughout Europe and the Middle East. Rome was home to some of the

Life in Crisis: Schad Gallery of Biodiversity

Life in Crisis: Schad Gallery of Biodiversity

Life is Diverse. Life is Interconnected. Life is at Risk.  The Schad Gallery is our space to explore and display life on planet earth: life in the recent past, now and in the future.  Our extensive natural history collections – from “Bull” the Southern White Rhino to our live coral reef –

Willner Madge Gallery, Dawn of Life | Level 2

Willner Madge Gallery, Dawn of Life | Level 2

The first gallery of its kind in North America brings the dawn of life to life.   How old is life itself? When did we come from? How did life suddenly begin? Did all life begin the same? Has this happened before? What evolutionary changes shaped the world we know today?  Every answer uncovers

Matthews Family Court of Chinese Sculpture

Matthews Family Court of Chinese Sculpture

 One of the ROM’s most inspiring spaces.   Sculptures and sculptural art held a significant role in all aspects of Chinese historical life, and the representation of religious deities was a critical component of Chinese religious culture.  Walk amidst statues that span over 1,500 years of

The Bat Cave

The Bat Cave

Dare to brave the cave? Kids will love discovering the real stories behind these mysterious creatures of the night. Explore cave formation and how bats use echolocation, and experience a spectacular dramatization of bats in flight during a nightly exodus for food. Featuring more than 20 bat

Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Gallery of Rome and the Near East

Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Gallery of Rome and the Near East

A growing empire.  The ancient Romans were relentless in expanding their empire, and the Near East was slowly conquered over a period of approximately 200 years. Petra, Palmyra, Judaea, and Seleucid Syria – all became part of the Roman empire during this period.  The treasures in this gallery