Intro to Contemporary Art: People and Portraits - Cancelled


Date: Feb 15
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Where: Theatre

3 Part Lecture Series: Join art educator Anne Pickard-Vandering for a series of lively lectures about contemporary art. Cancelled - Lecture 1: People and Portraits, February 15 The first lecture explores the topic of people and portraits, followed by a walk-and-talk tour of the portraiture in our galleries. Lecture 2: Land and Landscape, March 21 The second lecture is all about land, landscape and the natural world. After the lecture, we will take a visit to the art galleries for a tour of landscape artwork. This tour will include the show Of Myths and Mountains, featuring works from the Group of Seven and contemporary artists frrom Labrador and Quebec. Lecture 3: Abstract, April 18 This lecture takes a look at the history and interpretation of abstract art. We will also view and interpret abstract artworks in out art gallery, with a special sneak peek at selected art works chosen from the vault. Cost per workshop is $15.00. If you attend all three workshops, the total cost is $40.00. To register, please contact Visitor Services at 757-8090. Image credit: April White. Me, You, Kally (2016) Watercolour on paper. 21.25" x 23.5". 2017/18 Acquisition, The Rooms, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Collection.

Events & Programs

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

You are invited to join us for the free public exhibition opening reception!

From ‘77 to ’25: A Journey Through Newfoundland and Labrador’s Canada Games celebrates the legacy, spirit, and impact of the Canada Games in Newfoundland and Labrador. This exhibition captures the stories, memories, and moments that have shaped the Games from the athletes and volunteers.

Enjoy light refreshments, remarks from special guests, and the opportunity to view the exhibition. You will also catch Gusty, the official mascot of the 2025 Canada Games, at 2:30 PM! 

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Learn more about the exhibition here: From ‘77 to ’25: A Journey Through Newfoundland and Labrador’s Canada Games | The Rooms, Newfoundland and Labrador


Image credit: Track and Field, Canada Summer Games, St. John’s, 1977.

 

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Tour

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.

Join us each day for an interpretive guided tour in one of our galleries. From the story of the Cod fishery to visiting a current art exhibition to a Family Rainbow tour, there is something for everyone. 

Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.