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Projection of a planet with a silhouette of a man with his hands in the air looking at a large projection of a planet
Exhibition

Nature in Brilliant Colour

Marvel at the power of colour in the natural world. Anywhere you look in nature, colour holds meaning. From the fiery reds of warning to the soothing blues of calm waters, Nature in Brilliant Colour
Underground Railroad Quilt.
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Quilt Codes: Exploring the Underground Railroad

Examine the fascinating tradition of Underground Railroad quilts in a digital talk hosted by Dr. Arlene Gehmacher, and featuring David Woods, curator of the exhibition The Secret Codes: African Nova
Wild cats
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Being a Cat-alyst for Change: Living Well with Canada’s Wild Cats

Explore the role of Canadian wild cats in their ecosystems. Often overlooked in favour of their larger cousins in other regions, Canada is home to three wild cat species: Bobcat, Canada Lynx, and
The ROM Mosaic of 1933 - Rotunda Ceiling
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Italian Creativity and Heritage in Toronto: The ROM Mosaic of 1933

Celebrate Italian Heritage Month with an exploration of the unique role the Museum’s stunning 1933 Rotunda plays in the building history of our city. Italian scholar, Olga Zorzi Pugliese, presents an
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A manatee and a calf adrift underwater among eelgrass.
Exhibition

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024

Last Chance! Exhibition Closing Soon. Get ready to embark on a visual journey that will leave you inspired and enlightened by the incredible beauty that surrounds us. Annually, photographers spanning
Full Chinese Zodiac case from the side
Exhibition

Chinese Zodiac Case

February 10, 2024 ushers in the Year of the Dragon (龙), the 5th animal in the Chinese zodiac. Uncover the rich symbolism and cultural significance of this revered creature. Unlike the menacing
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With more than 18 million artworks, artifacts, and specimens, ROM offers an unforgettable school visit experience. Discover our suite of onsite and virtual visit programs, along with other special
Installation showing red text panels behind a glass case containing a green silk sari with woven metallic thread worn over a white T-shirt, shown on a mannequin wearing white running shoes.
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Wonder Garment

A beautiful sari, recently donated to the collections, takes centre stage this summer, drawing attention to these wonder garments, their adaptability, sustainability, and relevance through the ages
Students learning at ROM
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Join the ROM Family. There are many ways to deepen your involvement and commitment to the Museum. Whether you become a Patron, attend or sponsor a special event, contribute to a ROM project, or leave
Crowd at the annual Hack the ROM showcase at Ubisoft Toronto
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Kids “Hack the ROM”

A blocky Minecraft-like person tears through a spooky moonlit forest. Behind them, a giant, yellow-eyed monster gives chase. All seems hopeless until the person comes across… a pair of moccasins. This
Pieced quilt (detail), 1840-1860, Janet Murray, Haldimand County, Ontario. Silk tabby, pieced and quilted. 974.67. Image @ROM.
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Quilts: Made in Canada set to open at ROM on June 29

Rare collection of quilts dating from the 1850s to today on display TORONTO, June 19, 2024 – This month, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) will present a selection of some of the most exquisitely
The Art of Aubrey Beardsley, Illustration by Aubrey Beardsley
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The Art of Aubrey Beardsley

Aubrey Beardsley (1872–1898) was born in the late 19th century—a time when society was beginning to question the rapid industrialization and capitalism that was reverberating across the world. Marked
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ROM Announces Free Admission on Canada Day and the Return of Free Main Floor

Celebrate July 1 with complimentary Museum access and enjoy ROM’s main floor for free throughout the summer TORONTO, June 12, 2024 – The Museum is preparing to throw open its doors once again for the