Films in the Theatre


Date: Sep 28
10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Where: Theatre
Films

A selection of short films from the National Film Board of Canada’s (NFB) rich collection of Indigenous-made films from across Canada will be screening on a loop in the theatre from September 26 – September 30. 


Evanniup Kilautinga (Inuktitut Version)
Director: Ossie Michelin
2021 | 14 min
 

Evan’s Drum
Director: Ossie Michelin
2021 | 14 min 15 s


Mary Two-Axe Earley: I Am Indian Again
Director: Courtney Montour
2021 | 34 min
 

Honour to Senator Murray Sinclair
Director: Alanis Obomsawin
2021 | 29 min
 

Now Is the Time
Director: Christopher Auchter
2019 | 16 min


Stories Are in Our Bones
Director: Janine Windolph
2019 | 11 min 17 s
 

To Wake Up the Nakota Language
Director: Louise BigEagle
2017 | 6 min 17 s


Holy Angels
Director: Jay Cardinal Villeneuve
2017 | 13 min 57 s


Shaman
Director: Echo Henoche
2017 | 5 min
 

The Mountain of SGaana
Director: Christopher Auchter
2017 | 10 min 02 s

 

Screening times may vary during open hours – please call ahead to confirm times.

 

Events & Programs

9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Workshop

Excited about finding some Newfoundland and Labrador ancestors? This half-day workshop is an introduction to genealogy, with an orientation to the extensive genealogical archival collections at The Rooms. Our expert staff will be your guide through practical resources that you can use to trace your family tree.

This workshop is suitable for all skill levels. Included in the workshop fee are:

  • An Introduction to Genealogy Handbook
  • A permanent researcher registration number for The Rooms (Value $10)
  • Light refreshments (tea, coffee, and a freshly baked muffin from The Rooms Café)
  • An orientation tour of the Archives Reference Room
  • A Family History Notebook
  • Access to key genealogy resources to aid your research
  • A voucher for free admission to The Rooms for a return visit to see exhibitions

Cost: $75 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Pre-registration is required. Register online or by calling (709) 757-8090.

Please note: All ticket sales are final; no refunds will be issued.

For more information on the workshop schedule and content, please contact Carla Watson at carlawatson@therooms.ca.

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Playdate

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 desk and drop in anytime between 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm! Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please note that caregivers must accompany their children throughout the session. While our program room can accommodate up to 20 adults with their little ones, if it reaches capacity, we kindly ask caregivers to momentarily step back to make room for others to join in the fun.

The Playdate is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms Members. 

With support from Thomas and Susan (Kent) Foran Family Foundation.