Gallery Trail: ROM Remix

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Category

Gallery Activity

Audience

Educators, Students

Age

6+

Grade

1-12

About

Welcome to ROM! Whether you want to learn about ancient cultures, modern art, or the wonders of nature, ROM has something for you. This activity guide lets your students focus in on any gallery at ROM, encouraging them to look closer at objects that interest them, and use their imaginations to “remix” an entirely new display.

Students can work on their own or in small groups to complete some or all of the activities. You can download this activity guide as a .pdf, or use the Google Drive link to remix your own version of this activity.

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Museum Guidelines

Walk. Do not run.

Use indoor voices.

Stay with your adult.

Make way for ROM educators if they need a space for a lesson.

Don't touch objects. Only touch objects that are clearly marked as safe to touch.

Don’t rush. Focus your time on the objects that capture your interest and complete what you can within the time you have.

Ask questions and have fun!

Fast Facts

Since its opening in 1914, ROM’s collections have grown to over 18 million objects!

Please Note

If remixing or modifying, please credit: "adapted from a resource by ROM."

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