Going Small: Miniatures Across Time and Cultures
Date: Oct 29
2:30 pm
- 3:30 pm
Where: Theatre
Coffee & Culture
Acting Director of Museums and Galleries (and former avid collector of miniatures), Kate Wolforth, unpacks the allure small things. Drawing on art gallery and museum collections and current exhibitions, the discussion looks at the many reasons makers go small – from tiny carvings made by Dorset people 500-1000 years ago, to Curtis Talwst Santiago’s intricate dioramas built inside jewelry boxes.
Capacity is limited, get your ticket early to secure your spot. You can reserve your ticket online, at the front desk or by calling visitor services at 757-8000.
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A Holiday Tradition!
Enjoy an afternoon gathering of friends, old and new, as we feature one of our favourite Christmas CBC Land and Sea episodes: The Mummers Show and A Fortune Bay Christmas. A cup of tea and a piece of Christmas cake are included in the cost.
Check out The Rooms’ holiday décor following the program and visit the Giftshop for those last-minute fabulous finds!
Cost: $12 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Get your tickets online or by calling (709) 757-8090. Space is limited.