Events Calendar

Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...

Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by Certified Music Therapist Renée White. Join us in exploring the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich experience that enhances your infant's development. Who's invited: Newborns to 9 month olds ...

Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by Certified Music Therapist Renée White. Join us in exploring the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich experience that enhances your infant's development. Who's invited: Newborns to 9 month olds ...

Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.

Ramah chert has stood out in the archaeological record for over a century for its pivotal role in stone tool making. Join Provincial Archaeologist, Jamie Brake as he shares what we have learned from this stone, and the new questions it raises on the long and complex history of Newfoundland and ...

How do place, identity, and art intersect, and what do their points of intersection tell us about this place we call home? In this talk, Rhea Rollmann will explore the significance of queer and trans art in Atlantic Canada with particular emphasis on the work of Erica Rutherford as well as ...

Join Mireille Eagan, Curator of Contemporary Art, for a rare behind-the-scenes tour of the art gallery’s vault. The tour will explore how art—and the ideas behind it—have changed over the decades, through shifts in style, materials, and cultural moments. You'll see a selection of artworks from the collections that are rarely on ...

Join Mireille Eagan, Curator of Contemporary Art, for a rare behind-the-scenes tour of the art gallery’s vault. The tour will explore how art—and the ideas behind it—have changed over the decades, through shifts in style, materials, and cultural moments. You'll see a selection of artworks from the collections that are rarely on ...

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms! Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises. What to Expect: Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection. This is ...

Fishing for Cod For centuries, fishing for cod has played a vital role in the lives of the peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador. Generations of fishing men, women, and children made use of the land and sea to sustain them and spent their lives “making fish.” Join us each day for an interpretive ...

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms! Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises. What to Expect: Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection. This is ...

Join us for a delightful morning at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front desk ...

Join craftsperson and scholar Christian Dauble for a three-hour workshop all about weaving! Learn about the history of weaving in Newfoundland and Labrador and around the world. Walk through the basic techniques of weaving and get hands-on experience trying out various types of looms and techniques. Leave with a new perspective on ...

Step inside the story as artist Marlene Creates brings Matthew-Robin Nye’s immersive installation, Good Night Moon: a Rhythm, a Tempo to life! Through poetry and performance, Marlene invites audience members, especially children, to feel the sights and sounds around them in this one-of-a-kind, interactive experience. Perfect for families and adults of all ...

Taking inspiration from Toby Rabinowitz’s exhibition, A World Within A World, visitors can choose an animal silhouette provided by us and decorate it with brightly-coloured patterns using various shapes and materials. Toby’s artwork is full of bright, imagined worlds with magical creatures and friends playing together. She says her work is ...

Celebrating biodiversity! Get Hands on with our Province’s plants, animals and wild spaces at The Rooms with Nature NL! Nature Nook is a monthly hands-on session to interact with real specimens like seal pelts, skulls, whale baleen, antlers, moose fur, and a variety of rocks and minerals. Join us to learn more ...

Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou In this exhibition, find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms ...

Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...

Fishing for Cod For centuries, fishing for cod has played a vital role in the lives of the peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador. Generations of fishing men, women, and children made use of the land and sea to sustain them and spent their lives “making fish.” Join us each day for an interpretive ...

Get your thinking caps on, settle in with some hot chocolate from the bar and get ready for some Holiday Trivia! Join us for an evening of questions inspired by the holiday season, history, geography, and culture of the province. Teams of 2-6 people. Cash bar available Prizes! Finish up your evening with ...

The  2025 Mummers Festival features a tradition from Christmas' long past. Actors, folklorists, dancers, musicians, and community members join forces on "The Spirit of Mummering", a collective project to present the traditional Newfoundland Mummers Play. Come for the play, learn some traditional Newfoundland dances and enjoy music by local musicians. Join us ...

Join us for an engaging and in-depth conversation about the Mummers Play, its rich history, cultural significance, and the lasting impact it has had in Newfoundland and beyond.   Whether you're familiar with the tradition or just curious to learn more, this is sure to be an eye-opening discussion! This is a free ...

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms! Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises. What to Expect: Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection. This is ...

Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms! Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises. What to Expect: Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection. This is ...

Join us for a delightful morning at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front desk ...

Join the students of the Suzuki Talent Education Program (STEP) for their holiday play-in! Enjoy a selection of Baroque and Classical songs from the students’ shared repertoire on violin, viola, and cello, along with Newfoundland and Irish fiddle tunes that are sure to inspire a new appreciation for music. About STEP: The Suzuki ...

Let your kids dive into a world of creativity while you tackle your holiday to-do list. In this fun and festive workshop, children aged 8–11 will explore the magic of printmaking and craft up to 12 one-of-a-kind holiday cards to share with family and friends. Highlights include: A special visit to the Wooden ...

Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou In this exhibition, find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms ...

Step into a world of family fun at The Rooms with our friends from the Mummers Festival! Enjoy an afternoon of creativity and connection for the whole family. Browse The Rooms gift shop for holiday shopping, grab a bite in the café, and take in the stunning decorations throughout the building! Cost: Included ...

The Macdonald Drive Junior High String Ensemble acts as musical ambassadors of their school, performing throughout the year at school and community events. Join us for their annual holiday performance featuring music that will surely get you into the festive spirit. The ensemble also performs annually with the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra, providing ...

Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.

Join Author, Mark Critch for the launch of Sorry, Not Sorry: An Unapologetic Look at What Makes Canada Worth Fighting For. Known for his sharp-witted skits on CBC’s This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Mark Critch uses his keen observational skills to explore Canadian identity and the new wave of Canadian patriotism. In Sorry, ...