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The lead guitarist for the heavy metal band Metallica hosts an exhibition, “It’s Alive! Classic Horror and Sci-Fi Art from the Collection of Kirk Hammett.”

Exhibits THINGS TO DO

July 15: Free night to explore the ROM

July 1, 2019June 15, 2019 Streeter staff Queen's Park, Royal Ontario Museum

The ROM is open extended hours on the third Monday night of each month. Visitors have complimentary access to explore the 40 galleries.

Presentations & Workshops THINGS TO DO

June 18: Delve into golden age of Dutch painting

June 4, 2019 Streeter staff Bloor Street West, painting, Queen's Park, Royal Ontario Museum

European art expert Jacquelyn N. Coutré of Queen’s University delves into the world of Dutch painting at ROM Speaks on June 18.

Exhibits THINGS TO DO

June 17: Free night to explore the ROM

June 3, 2019June 15, 2019 Streeter staff Queen's Park, Royal Ontario Museum

The ROM is open extended hours on the third Monday night of each month. Visitors have complimentary access to explore the 40 galleries.

For Kids THINGS TO DO

June 16: Clay and other kids’ activities at the Gardiner

June 2, 2019June 13, 2019 Streeter staff Gardiner Museum, Queen's Park

The Gardiner Museum is transforming its front plaza into a Pride Family Garden with clay activities, music, story time, and face-painting on June 16.

Presentations & Workshops THINGS TO DO

April 3: Digital archeology in Greece

March 20, 2019March 20, 2019 Streeter staff archeology, Queen's Park, Royal Ontario Museum

Cutting-edge archaeology by the Canadian Institute in Greece is featured in a coming ROM Connects lecture at the Royal Ontario Museum.

Presentations & Workshops THINGS TO DO

March 26: Uncovering the history of food in china

March 12, 2019March 13, 2019 Streeter staff Queen's Park, Royal Ontario Museum

Uncovering the History of Food in China: An Archaeological Perspective is presented at the Royal Ontario Museum on March 26 at 7 p.m.

Presentations & Workshops THINGS TO DO

March 7: ROM exhibit on being Japanese Canadian

February 21, 2019March 4, 2019 Streeter staff Queen's Park, Royal Ontario Museum

You can explore the original exhibition Being Japanese Canadian at the Royal Ontario Museum on March 7 from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

For Kids THINGS TO DO

Feb. 17–19: Fundays at the ROM

February 3, 2019February 3, 2019 Streeter staff Family Day, Queen's Park, Royal Ontario Museum

The Royal Ontario Museum offers FunDays of discovery packed with themed experiences and hands-on activities inspired by its exhibitions and collections.

For Kids THINGS TO DO

Dec. 26–Jan. 6: Kids drop-in activities at the museum

December 12, 2018December 10, 2018 Streeter staff Queen's Park, Royal Ontario Museum

Kids can make, discover and explore at the Royal Ontario Museum over the holidays with daily activities and live performances, included with ROM admission.