Beyond the Attic Genealogy Workshop


Date: Apr 1
9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Boardroom
Genealogy

Excited about finding some Newfoundland and Labrador ancestors? This is the perfect chance to get started or continue your family research. 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 guides through practical online resources that you can use to trace your family tree.

This is an introductory workshop - all skill levels welcome!

Included in the workshop fee:

  • An Introduction to Genealogy Handbook
  • A permanent researcher registration number for The Rooms (Value $10)
  • Light refreshments (tea, coffee and a freshly baked treat from The Rooms Cafe)
  • 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 is $75 (+ HST) 10% Discount for Rooms Members. Limited spaces! Pre-registration required.

To register, please contact Visitor Services at (709) 757-8090.

For more information on the workshop schedule and content, please contact Sarah Ryan at sarahryan@therooms.ca

Events & Programs

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Unlock Your Creativity! Join us for an exciting drawing workshop designed for young artists who are eager to learn the unique and playful style of LEGO® animators. 

You will explore the fundamentals of shape, colour and character design. Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring animator, this workshop will inspire you to create your own  LEGO® portrait and unleash your imagination!

10:30 am session is designed for youth in grades 3 - 6. 

Click here to check out the afternoon session, designed for youth in grades 7 - 12!

All workshop materials included in the cost.

Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms Members. Seats are limited.  Please call (709) 757-8090 to book your child’s space.

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Spring Break LEGO® Fun at The Rooms!

Join us for an action-packed spring break from April 22–27, where kids 12 and under get FREE admission to a week of creativity, play, and LEGO® fun!

We’re thrilled to partner once again with Bricks & Minifigs St. John’s and NewfoundLUG to bring you an exciting LEGO® brick-building event.

What’s Happening?

Exhibition of Local Builds – Be amazed by stunning LEGO® creations crafted by talented local builders.
 

Activities taking place from 1 - 4 pm daily:

Builder Spotlight Station – Chat with LEGO® enthusiasts from NewfoundLUG and learn their best building tips!

Community Build – Help create a collaborative masterpiece! Each visitor gets a LEGO® brick to add to our growing display.

Button-Making Station – Design your own LEGO®-inspired button to take home.

Minifigure Search – Minifigures are hiding among the animals in the Connections Gallery—how many can you find?

 

Daily Themed LEGO® Builds (Level 3, Open Minds Area)

Each day brings a new creative challenge!

April 22 – Fabricating Foliage (Earth Day Special) – Build your favorite nature-inspired features of Newfoundland and Labrador.

April 23 – Beastly Builds – Bring creatures big and small to life! Get inspired by the Connections Gallery.

April 24 – Building Buildings – Design your dream museum or a cozy space that feels like home.

April 25 – This is How We Go – Create your favorite mode of transportation, from boats to snowmobiles!

April 26 – Think Outside the Brick – Get abstract! Experiment with patterns, shapes, and colors.


April 27 – Show Us What You’re Made Of – Build a LEGO® self-portrait that reflects your personality.

NEW! LEGO®-Themed Specialty Workshops

Don’t miss this fun-filled week of LEGO® creativity at The Rooms! We can’t wait to see what you build.

This year, we’re introducing special LEGO®-inspired stop-motion, drawing, and printmaking workshops. Check them out on our events calendar!

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Unlock Your Creativity! Join us for an exciting drawing workshop designed for young artists who are eager to learn the unique and playful style of LEGO® animators. 

You will explore the fundamentals of shape, colour and character design. Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring animator, this workshop will inspire you to create your own  LEGO® portrait and unleash your imagination!

2:00 pm session is designed for youth in grades 7 - 12. 

Click here to check out the morning session, designed for youth in grades 3 - 6!

All workshop materials included in the cost.

Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms Members. Seats are limited.  Please call (709) 757-8090 to book your child’s space.