Historic Celebratory Pin Pillow Workshops
Date: Jun 1
1:00 pm
- 4:00 pm
Where: Art Gallery Classroom
Special fabric remnants or scraps of velvet and silk have been delicately crafted into small pillows using the humble straight pin. Since at least the 17th century they have marked courtship, documented weddings, and welcomed the birth of new babies. Bits and bobs of ribbons, beads, sequins were used to adorn these simple cushions.
We invite you to join us to create your own special pin pillow. Choose to commemorate a wedding, anniversary or birthday. We will inspire you with historic patterns from The Rooms collections and crafty examples to elevate your love of making.
The cost of the workshop includes:
- all materials with printed instructions
- a short presentation
- viewing of examples from The Rooms collections
Cost: $35 plus HST. 10% Discount for Rooms members. Seats are limited. Please call (709) 757-8090 to book your space.
Events & Programs
Join us for Films On The Go, featuring a collection of short films from the most recent St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival (SJIWFF).
About the lineup: Sweetgrass, perfect brows, the surprisingly queer life of a climbing clip, a giant imaginary bear, and one very bad day in 1986, this year’s Films on the Go lineup delivers seven short films packed with big emotion, sharp humour, and unforgettable moments. Crafted by filmmakers from Newfoundland & Labrador, Mi’kma’ki, Canada, and beyond.
Learn more about the films and artists here: https://www.womensfilmfestival.com/filmsonthego
Presented in partnership with the St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival.
Films play on a loop in our theatre during open hours, unless the space is booked for a private event.
Féile Séamus Creagh honours the legacy of Séamus Creagh and his contributions to both Irish and Newfoundland traditional music.
Join us for an engaging evening that focuses on the deep connections and shared heritage between the musical traditions of Ireland and Newfoundland.
This is a free event but a ticket is required. Please reserve your free ticket online or by calling (709) 757-8090.