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Wildlife from around the world
The fourth annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the Royal Ontario Museum is the largest and longest-running contest for wildlife and nature...
What statement does your flag make?
Currently on display at the ROM is Art, Honour, and Ridicule: Asafo Flags from Southern Ghana. The display showcases flags handcrafted by the Fante...
Not your average first date at the ROM
I walk into a dimly-lit atmosphere, reminiscent of people falling in love. It’s fitting, given that I’m about to fall in love with Dale...
A virtual confessional
Last night I logged onto Twitter and fessed up about how much I miss my pet fish Rainbow, who died in a tragic bathtub...
Made in China: artwork with a history
Made in China. We see the words stamped on most objects. Pencil cases, water bottles, costume jewelry, and souvenirs.
Located on the first level of...
Visiting the ROM from your house
If you haven’t gotten around to visiting the Royal Ontario Museum, the Google Art Project will allow you to do so without leaving your...
Chopin at the ROM
In honour of the 200 years since his birth in 1810, the Royal Ontario Museum dedicated an exhibit to the life of Fryderyk Chopin,...
Terracotta Army at the ROM
The Warrior Emperor and China’s Terracotta Army have invaded Toronto’s Royal Ontario Museum.
Described by ROM curator Dr. Chen Shen as “the most disputed figure...
Charity fashion show rocks ROM
U of T’s 3rd annual Rock the Runway charity fashion show tore up the runway at the Royal Ontario Museum on Saturday night, with...
Portrait culture: A look through time
What do South Parks Kenny, Hinduism, Ozzy Osbourne, cats and Vanity Fair magazine have in common? They all have many lives.
Opened on September 26...