In Conversation: Michael Crummey


Date: Apr 16
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Theatre

Discover the real-life stories that inspired Michael Crummey’s latest books, The Innocents and The Adversary!

Join us for a captivating conversation with award-winning Newfoundland and Labrador author Michael Crummey as he delves into the art of blending fact and fiction, inspired by his research in The Rooms Archives.

Cost: $12 plus HST. 10% Discount for Rooms Members. Get your ticket online or by calling (709) 757-8090.

About the Artist:

Michael Crummey is the author of thirteen books of fiction and poetry. His work has been published in a dozen countries and has won or been nominated for many national and international awards, including the Giller Prize, the Governor-General's Award, the Commonwealth Prize and the International Dublin Literary Award. He lives in St. John's. 

 

 

 

Today's Events & Programs

10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Playdate

Join us for a delightful morning 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 10:30 am and 12:30 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.

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Workshop

Make your own personalized wrapping paper while learning a variety of basic printmaking techniques. Suitable for all skill levels and experience, participants will leave the workshop with new skills and a roll of hand-printed, unique holiday giftwrap.

All workshop materials are included in the cost.

Cost: $40 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members.

Limited spaces! Pre-registration required. Register online or by calling (709) 757-8090.

This workshop may get messy—appropriate clothing is recommended.

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Tour

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.

Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.