Spotlight on Visual Artist: Nelson White
Date: Oct 25
12:00 pm
- 2:00 pm
Where: Level 3 Atrium
In celebration of the province’s Year of the Arts, drop-by and talk to Visual Artist, Nelson White as he shares stories about his work and creative process.
Chat about what gets the creative juices flowing and see art come alive!
About the Artist
Nelson White was born in Flat Bay, NL as a member of the Qalipu Mi’kmaq First Nation Band. Nelson attended the Visual Arts program at the Bay St. George Community College and later the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. His pieces are exhibited frequently throughout Canada in both group and solo shows. His work can be found in private and public collections, including at The Rooms.
Events & Programs
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!
Let us know if you can make it by clicking here.
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.
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.