About
The Friends of Palaeontology is a group within the Department of Museum Volunteers. We are engaged in the story of life on earth as revealed in the fossil record. We promote ROM research by offering an exceptional opportunity to experience the ROM at a unique level.
To promote learning about research and acquisitions, we
Meet ROM scientists and hear them discuss their work and latest research.
Discover the ROM beyond the galleries through behind-the-scenes tours.
Explore the deep past in the fossil record.
Provide presentation by ROM research staff, usually bi-monthly
Through donations and fundraising, we
- Support various research projects and acquisitions within ROM Fossils and Evolution.
New Friends are welcome
- For further information, please email us at fop@rom.on.ca
- To donate now, please complete and return a Donation Form or Donate Online
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Program
ROMKids Junior
Bring your child on an eight-week sensory adventure as you tour galleries with our early learning instructors, and join them in creative play-based activities, and social interaction in a classroom setting. Meet other parents, caregivers, and children and engage your child in interactive learning for life.
Program
Museum Tours
Free with Museum admission, daily tours are offered to the public by trained volunteer Docents. Tours include general Museum tours, and specific gallery tours. Tours of special exhibitions are surcharged.
Program
ROMBus
From the history of urban centres to country walks to iconic locales, ROMBus offers organized day trips to fascinating destinations in Toronto and the surrounding region. Luxury coaches provide travel comfort and each trip’s destinations offer enhanced engagement with expert guides and experienced ROM volunteers leading the way. Historic sites, natural wonders, cultural landmarks, and more are on offer in a roster of ROMBus trips – each designed to reveal a unique, engaging part of our local colour. Enjoy seamless, stress-free excursions where we handle every detail. Connect with fellow
Program
ROMKids Junior
Bring your child on an eight-week sensory adventure as you tour galleries with our early learning instructors, and join them in creative play-based activities, and social interaction in a classroom setting. Meet other parents, caregivers, and children and engage your child in interactive learning for life.
Program
Museum Tours
Free with Museum admission, daily tours are offered to the public by trained volunteer Docents. Tours include general Museum tours, and specific gallery tours. Tours of special exhibitions are surcharged.
Program
ROMBus
From the history of urban centres to country walks to iconic locales, ROMBus offers organized day trips to fascinating destinations in Toronto and the surrounding region. Luxury coaches provide travel comfort and each trip’s destinations offer enhanced engagement with expert guides and experienced ROM volunteers leading the way. Historic sites, natural wonders, cultural landmarks, and more are on offer in a roster of ROMBus trips – each designed to reveal a unique, engaging part of our local colour. Enjoy seamless, stress-free excursions where we handle every detail. Connect with fellow
