The Harp Petting Zoo
Date: May 26
2:00 pm
- 4:00 pm
Where: Level 3 Atrium
The Harp Petting Zoo offers a chance for you to try out these instruments renowned for their unusual characteristics and scarcity. Led by Vicki Greenslade, Jacqueline Cook and Alexa Laurie, you will be treated to a demonstration of solo and ensemble performances throughout the afternoon. Stop by our craft room where children of all ages can make their own unique musical instrument.
Events & Programs
Special fabric remnants or scraps of velvet and silk have been delicately crafted into small pillows using the humble straight pin. Since at least the 17th century, they have marked courtship, documented weddings, and welcomed the birth of new babies. Bits and bobs of ribbons, beads, and sequins were used to adorn these simple cushions.
We invite you to join us to create your own special pin pillow. Choose to commemorate a wedding, anniversary, or birthday. We will inspire you with historic patterns from The Rooms collections and crafty examples to elevate your love of making.
The cost of the workshop includes:
- All materials with printed instructions
- A short presentation on pin pillow history
- Viewing of examples from The Rooms collections
Cost: $40 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Register online!
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 members.