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Royal Ontario Museum Michael Lee-Chin Crystal. Bloor Street Entrance.
Veronika Gervers Fellow

Peter McNeil

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Curator Conversations: Kokum Scarves in 2022

Researcher Leah Hyrcun and Kaska-Dena designer Natasha Peter sit with textile specialist Sarah Fee to explore, through textile design, the historical connections between Indigenous communities and
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Iconic: The Death of General Wolfe

This historic painting recreates the pivotal moment in 1759 when Britain defeated France on the Plains of Abraham. As one of only five original versions painted by Benjamin West, this object is one of
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Iconic: Totem Poles

These four totem poles, carved by the Nisgaa and Haida peoples of Canada's Pacific Northwest Coast, commemorate family origins, rights, privileges, achievements and experiences. Standing just outside
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Iconic: Statue of Sekhmet

Dating to the reign of King Tutankhamun's grandfather, this Egyptian sculpture is a very fine example of one of the oldest known Egyptian deities, the lion-headed warrior goddess also known as
J'net AyAy Qwa Yak Sheelth and Justin Kewaquado.
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Indigenous Voices: Indigenous Flag Art Activity (Grades 1-6)

Flag day is an important day for Canadian identity. In this episode, we challenge assumptions about flag day and expose its lack of representation of Indigenous identities. Our craft will be drawing
Insect on a leaf
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2024 Quimby F. Hess Lecture

Front cover of the book Burton and Isabelle Pipistrelle: Out of the Bat Cave
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Burton & Isabelle Pipistrelle: Out of the Bat Cave

Burton & Isabelle Pipistrelle is an imaginative children's book telling the nocturnal adventure of a small Pipistrelle bat named Burton, and his sister Isabelle. The book follows Burton as he ventures
Woman's huipil (bodice). Probably Mazatec culture. State of Oaxaca, Mexico. 1875-1899. Cotton tabby and gauze with cotton satin-stitch embroidery. 943.35.1 Gift of Mrs. Percy Robertson.
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Mexican Textiles in the Collections of the Royal Ontario Museum: A Survey

J'net AyAy Qwa Yak Sheelth and Naulaq LeDrew.
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Inuksuit & Inuit Drum Dance Lesson (Grades 4-6)

April is a big month in history for Inuit peoples. The territory of Nunavut was formed on April 1, 1999. This episode’s art activation celebrates this recent historical event with an Inukshuq art
Curators in conversation: Dr. Deborah Hutton & Vikas Chand Jain, great great grandson of Dayal
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Curators in conversation: Dr. Deborah Hutton & Vikas Chand Jain, great great grandson of Dayal

Raja Deen Dayal (1844 – 1905) was the first Indian photographer to earn international renown. Noted for remarkable beauty, aesthetic nuance and technical skill, Deen Dayal's photographs capture the
Curators in Conversation: Dr. Deepali Dewan & Rahaab Allana speak about the Dayal exhibit
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Curators in Conversation: Dr. Deepali Dewan & Rahaab Allana speak about the Dayal exhibit

Raja Deen Dayal (1844 – 1905) was the first Indian photographer to earn international renown. Noted for remarkable beauty, aesthetic nuance and technical skill, Deen Dayal's photographs capture the
Parade on Emancipation Day.
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Emancipation Day: Canada’s Past, Present & Future

Emancipation Day represents both a Canadian and International celebration, as well as a movement that challenges racism in former British colonies across the globe. Join Dr. Cheryl Thompson and
Hematite
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Earth's Archives: Every Rock Tells a Story Part 1

Hermatite By: Ian Nicklin Hematite is a common ore of iron that was extensively mined in northern England in the 19th century. The miners referrred to globular aggregates of hematite, such as this, as
Set of Zodiac Animals
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Chinese Zodiac Case

As part of our annual zodiac installation, January 29, 2025 ushers in the Year of the Snake (蛇), the sixth animal in the Chinese zodiac. Those born under this sign are believed to be wise and