Region: Greater Toronto & Hamilton

From towering dinosaur skeletons to awe-inspiring contemporary paintings, ROM is home to more than 13.5 million artworks, artifacts, and specimens from around the world and across the ages. So, it should be no surprise ROM is also the most visited museum in Canada.

Don’t miss our FREE* 45-minute English and French tours. Tours start at the hour from 11am to 2pm daily.

*FREE with General Admission

Tour Descriptions

Museum Highlights
Explore the wonders of ROM. In a 45-minute tour that brings iconic objects to life, you’ll enjoy highlights of arts, culture and nature… throughout the world and throughout time.

Descriptions des visites

Les trésors du musée
Explorez les merveilles du ROM. La visite donne vie à des objets emblématiques à la croisée de l’art, de la culture et de la nature et ce à travers le monde et à travers le temps. Elle vous donnera aussi une bonne idée de l’ampleur des collections du musée.

Anywhere you look in nature, colour holds meaning. From the fiery reds of warning to the soothing blues of calm waters, Nature in Brilliant Colour will take you on a kaleidoscopic journey through the vibrant hues of our planet.

Awaken your senses, and have your perception forever altered, as you make your way through a series of spaces, each dedicated to a colour of the rainbow. Through over 200 specimens, photo-worthy projections, and shifting soundscapes, this exhibition promises to be a transformative experience that will deepen appreciation for the complex artistry of our world and celebrate its vivid and untamed beauty.

The internationally touring exhibition, created by Musealia, co-produced by the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum in Poland, and developed with an esteemed international panel of curators and historians, is one of the most comprehensive exhibitions ever presented on the subject, and ROM is the only Canadian stop on its international tour. Survivor testimonials, historical documentation, and first-hand accounts by emancipating forces create a powerful connection to the exhibition’s more than 500 original objects — many of which have never been seen before in Canada — on loan from the Auschwitz Memorial and more than 20 other major institutions and private collections around the world.

As part of our annual zodiac installation, January 29, 2025 ushers in the Year of the Snake (蛇), the sixth animal in the Chinese zodiac. Those born under this sign are believed to be wise and charismatic.

The snake rarely appears as a decorative motif in Chinese art and design, however, when depicted with a tortoise, the pair have come to symbolize the mythical creature Xuanwu (玄武, the Dark Warrior), later evolving into the god Zhenwu (真武, the Perfected Warrior). The snake and tortoise symbolize the interplay of power, wisdom, and harmony of nature.

Experience an exquisite array of snake and tortoise-themed objects and cultural belongings in this specially curated zodiac case. Marvel at impressive ceramics, including a mythical double-headed serpent from the early 500s. This and much more are now on view in this unique display celebrating the powerful snake.

Step inside this cinematic odyssey, inspired by the vast natural history collections at ROM, and experience our planet through the eyes of a unique protagonist – a chimpanzee. Encounter breathtaking landscapes and diverse species that remind us that humanity is only a small chapter in Earth’s expansive story spanning 4.5 billion years. A love letter to the natural world – this is a clarion call to protect and look after our Earth and everything in it.

Scored by Donizetti’s dramatic opera, L’elisir d’amore, the film transcends human perspective, revealing how every species, from the smallest insect to the most majestic mammal, plays a vital role in the ecosystem and nature’s enduring narrative.

The recent digitization of the Kinngait Drawings Archive—89,000 works strong and held by the McMichael for more than three decades—has allowed unprecedented curatorial access to the origins of this now world-renowned graphic tradition.
Curated by Emily Laurent Henderson, Associate Curator, Indigenous Arts and Culture at McMichael, this once-in-a-generation exhibition of more than 200 works will foreground the cultural continuities of life in Kinngait in the face of dramatic societal change over more than five decades. The adaptability and resilience of this unique community has been documented in works that depict intergenerational knowledge transfer, community building, and boundless imagination.

This exhibition will reveal overlooked bodies of work by some of the country’s most beloved artists including Kenojuak Ashevak, Pitseolak Ashoona, Kananginak Pootoogook, and Pudlo Pudlat as well as introduce audiences to hitherto unknown artists whose work was suppressed by the aims of the print program that prioritized the tastes of settler markets in the South.

Since the 1990 transfer of 90,000 works on paper from the West Baffin Eskimo Co-operative to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, new generations of Kinngait artists have emerged onto the contemporary art scene, capturing visions of their community into the new millennium.

From the exacting, illustrative style of artists such as Itee Pootoogook and Tim Pitsiulak, to the dreamscapes of Ooloosie Saila and Shuvinai Ashoona, Kinngait artists have continued to innovate with drawing as a medium unto itself—moving beyond its role as a preparatory step in the printmaking process. In the 2000s, artistic practice shifted with the introduction of large-scale works on paper and an embrace of candid, often humorous depictions of contemporary Inuit life. Prefabricated houses, snow machines, and trips to the co-op store mark the established way of life in the hamlet today, but the values of cooperation and care remain the same.

Curated by Emily Laurent Henderson, Associate Curator, Indigenous Arts and Culture at McMichael, this exhibition is presented in dialogue with Worlds on Paper: Drawings from Kinngait.

Everyday Superheroes celebrates the incredible individuals who make a difference in our communities every day. From firefighters and healthcare workers to educators and volunteers, this interactive exhibition honors the real-life heroes who keep our world running.

Developed through extensive research and a public nomination campaign launched in February 2024, the exhibition highlights the inspiring stories of individuals and organizations that shape our city.

Discover their impact through hands-on activities and engaging displays that showcase the power of kindness, courage, and resilience. Join us in celebrating these everyday superheroes!

Visit MarkhamMuseum.ca to plan your visit!

The McMichael proudly presents Morrice in Venice, an exhibition celebrating James Wilson Morrice’s evocative depictions of one of Europe’s most enchanting cities. Inspired by the pioneering research of Sandra Paikowsky, this exhibition showcases a stunning selection of Morrice’s canvases, pochades, and sketches, revealing his unique vision of Venice.

James Wilson Morrice (1865–1924) was the first Canadian artist to make regular visits to Venice, traveling there frequently from the mid-1890s to around 1908. In an era when Venice was the premier destination for artists across Europe, Morrice distinguished himself as one of the few foreign painters who returned repeatedly to its storied canals and piazzas. His Venetian works earned widespread acclaim, appearing in exhibitions throughout Europe, including Paris and London, as well as in Toronto and Montreal, his hometown.

The Southern Netherlands — better known today as Flanders — was home to revolutionary artists such as Peter Paul Rubens, Anthony Van Dyck, Hans Memling, and others. These extraordinary painters found new ways to depict reality, portray humanity, and tell stories that created parallels to their world then – and to our world today.

This large-scale exhibition, featuring over 80 stunning art works and objects — medieval, Renaissance, and baroque paintings, sculptures and more — offers a doorway into the Southern Netherlands of 1400 to 1700, a dynamic environment where new artistic genres and styles were created and flourished. The exhibition’s unique presentation introduces the visitor, through these rare, extraordinary artworks, to stories of enterprising townspeople, prosperous cities, and an ever-developing society.

Markham Museum is launching a brand-new summer celebration with Kickin’ It Country, taking place on July 5. This inaugural event will feature high-energy line dancing from Cheatin’ Hearts and refreshing local brews courtesy of Rouge River Brewing Company.

Guests are invited to don their boots and join in for a night of music, movement, and community under the summer sky. Whether you’re dancing or just soaking in the atmosphere, Kickin’ It Country promises a lively evening for all.

What’s happening:
👢 Line Dancing with Cheatin’ Hearts
Get ready to hit the dance floor! Whether you’re new to line dancing or looking to polish your moves, Cheatin’ Hearts will have you stepping to the beat in no time.

🍔 Brews and Bites
Savour delicious local brews and food favourites courtesy of Rouge River Brewing Company, offering refreshing flavours perfect for a summer night.

🎤 Live Entertainment
Enjoy an exciting lineup of live entertainment throughout the evening! Performances include local favourites The Beresfords, Courtney and Graham from School of Rock Markham, and our electrifying headliner Rebekah Hawker, bringing high-energy country tunes to the Markham Museum stage.

🎯 Activations
There’s more than just music—step into the action with fun-filled experiences for all ages:

Try your hand at lasso throwing with Extreme Cowgirl Susan Caldwell.
Strike a pose at our country themed photo booths.
Browse offerings from unique local vendors, crafts, and more.
Have some fun with a wide variety of engaging backyard games like Giant Jenga and more!
Blacksmith demos live from the Museum’s Blacksmith Shop.
Event Information
Date: Saturday, July 5th 2025
Time: 3 PM to 8 PM
Location: Markham Museum, 9350 Markham Road, Markham, ON

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. with a private guided tour. Held before the Museum opens to the public, these private tours offer a rare opportunity to explore this monumental exhibition—including over 500 original artifacts—in a quiet and contemplative setting, led by an expert guide.

Includes Museum admission.

Arrive 15 minutes in advance of your selected time slot.
Visitor Screening Procedure: ROM has introduced bag checks and screening at all Museum entrances. For a smooth and efficient entry, we encourage visitors to bring only essential items.

Admission
Guided Tour: $50.00
Guided tour – Member: $40.00

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. with a private guided tour. Held before the Museum opens to the public, these private tours offer a rare opportunity to explore this monumental exhibition—including over 500 original artifacts—in a quiet and contemplative setting, led by an expert guide.

Includes Museum admission.

Arrive 15 minutes in advance of your selected time slot.
Visitor Screening Procedure: ROM has introduced bag checks and screening at all Museum entrances. For a smooth and efficient entry, we encourage visitors to bring only essential items.

Admission
Guided Tour: $50.00
Guided tour – Member: $40.00

Spend a summer evening listening to local musicians while enjoying a panoramic view of Lake Ontario! Join us on the Rooftop Terrace at Joseph Brant Museum at 7:30pm on July 11 & 25 and August 8 & 22 for our “Music From the Rooftop” series. Each evening will feature a performance by a local musician, lawn games, and light refreshments and popcorn. Doors will open at 6:30pm to allow guests the chance to browse the museum galleries prior to the performance. Galleries currently include the feature exhibition, “Game Changers.”
Tickets are $20/adults, $15/seniors and students.* Ticket includes 1-hour live musical performance, lawn games, light refreshments and popcorn, and admission to the museum galleries. This is a 12 event.
Thank you to our event sponsor SB Partners.
July 11 – Josh Edwards
July 25 – Hayley Verrall
August 8 – Natalie Reis
August 22 – Warren Jones
* In the case of inclement weather, performances will happen inside Joseph Brant Museum’s Lakefront/Shoreline rooms.

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. with a private guided tour. Held before the Museum opens to the public, these private tours offer a rare opportunity to explore this monumental exhibition—including over 500 original artifacts—in a quiet and contemplative setting, led by an expert guide.

Includes Museum admission.

Arrive 15 minutes in advance of your selected time slot.
Visitor Screening Procedure: ROM has introduced bag checks and screening at all Museum entrances. For a smooth and efficient entry, we encourage visitors to bring only essential items.

Admission
Guided Tour: $50.00
Guided tour – Member: $40.00

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. with a private guided tour. Held before the Museum opens to the public, these private tours offer a rare opportunity to explore this monumental exhibition—including over 500 original artifacts—in a quiet and contemplative setting, led by an expert guide.

Includes Museum admission.

Arrive 15 minutes in advance of your selected time slot.
Visitor Screening Procedure: ROM has introduced bag checks and screening at all Museum entrances. For a smooth and efficient entry, we encourage visitors to bring only essential items.

Admission
Guided Tour: $50.00
Guided tour – Member: $40.00

Escape to the serene beauty of Hereward Farms for our exclusive Sip, Savour, and Stroll event from July 24 to 26, 2025, between 10 AM and 8 PM. Stroll through our breathtaking fields, home to 6,000 lavender plants and 400,000 sunflowers, and experience a truly unforgettable summer moment.

🌿 Limited to only 50 tickets per day for an intimate and peaceful experience.
Your $55 per person ticket includes:
🍷 A refreshing beverage of your choice
🧀 A delicious, locally sourced charcuterie box
🌾 A leisurely walk through our stunning lavender and sunflower fields
💜 A tranquil, exclusive experience surrounded by nature
💰 $10 in Gordie Bucks to use in our Lavender Lounge Boutique

While you’re here, be sure to visit our Lavender Lounge Boutique and Café, where you can sip on handcrafted lavender-inspired drinks, shop our all-natural skincare and home products, and take in the beauty of our farm-fresh offerings.
✨ Tickets are limited—secure yours now for this exclusive summer experience! ✨

From towering dinosaur skeletons to awe-inspiring contemporary paintings, ROM is home to more than 13.5 million artworks, artifacts, and specimens from around the world and across the ages. So, it should be no surprise ROM is also the most visited museum in Canada.

Don’t miss our FREE* 45-minute English and French tours. Tours start at the hour from 11am to 2pm daily.

*FREE with General Admission

Tour Descriptions

Museum Highlights
Explore the wonders of ROM. In a 45-minute tour that brings iconic objects to life, you’ll enjoy highlights of arts, culture and nature… throughout the world and throughout time.

Descriptions des visites

Les trésors du musée
Explorez les merveilles du ROM. La visite donne vie à des objets emblématiques à la croisée de l’art, de la culture et de la nature et ce à travers le monde et à travers le temps. Elle vous donnera aussi une bonne idée de l’ampleur des collections du musée.

Anywhere you look in nature, colour holds meaning. From the fiery reds of warning to the soothing blues of calm waters, Nature in Brilliant Colour will take you on a kaleidoscopic journey through the vibrant hues of our planet.

Awaken your senses, and have your perception forever altered, as you make your way through a series of spaces, each dedicated to a colour of the rainbow. Through over 200 specimens, photo-worthy projections, and shifting soundscapes, this exhibition promises to be a transformative experience that will deepen appreciation for the complex artistry of our world and celebrate its vivid and untamed beauty.

The internationally touring exhibition, created by Musealia, co-produced by the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum in Poland, and developed with an esteemed international panel of curators and historians, is one of the most comprehensive exhibitions ever presented on the subject, and ROM is the only Canadian stop on its international tour. Survivor testimonials, historical documentation, and first-hand accounts by emancipating forces create a powerful connection to the exhibition’s more than 500 original objects — many of which have never been seen before in Canada — on loan from the Auschwitz Memorial and more than 20 other major institutions and private collections around the world.

As part of our annual zodiac installation, January 29, 2025 ushers in the Year of the Snake (蛇), the sixth animal in the Chinese zodiac. Those born under this sign are believed to be wise and charismatic.

The snake rarely appears as a decorative motif in Chinese art and design, however, when depicted with a tortoise, the pair have come to symbolize the mythical creature Xuanwu (玄武, the Dark Warrior), later evolving into the god Zhenwu (真武, the Perfected Warrior). The snake and tortoise symbolize the interplay of power, wisdom, and harmony of nature.

Experience an exquisite array of snake and tortoise-themed objects and cultural belongings in this specially curated zodiac case. Marvel at impressive ceramics, including a mythical double-headed serpent from the early 500s. This and much more are now on view in this unique display celebrating the powerful snake.

Step inside this cinematic odyssey, inspired by the vast natural history collections at ROM, and experience our planet through the eyes of a unique protagonist – a chimpanzee. Encounter breathtaking landscapes and diverse species that remind us that humanity is only a small chapter in Earth’s expansive story spanning 4.5 billion years. A love letter to the natural world – this is a clarion call to protect and look after our Earth and everything in it.

Scored by Donizetti’s dramatic opera, L’elisir d’amore, the film transcends human perspective, revealing how every species, from the smallest insect to the most majestic mammal, plays a vital role in the ecosystem and nature’s enduring narrative.

The recent digitization of the Kinngait Drawings Archive—89,000 works strong and held by the McMichael for more than three decades—has allowed unprecedented curatorial access to the origins of this now world-renowned graphic tradition.
Curated by Emily Laurent Henderson, Associate Curator, Indigenous Arts and Culture at McMichael, this once-in-a-generation exhibition of more than 200 works will foreground the cultural continuities of life in Kinngait in the face of dramatic societal change over more than five decades. The adaptability and resilience of this unique community has been documented in works that depict intergenerational knowledge transfer, community building, and boundless imagination.

This exhibition will reveal overlooked bodies of work by some of the country’s most beloved artists including Kenojuak Ashevak, Pitseolak Ashoona, Kananginak Pootoogook, and Pudlo Pudlat as well as introduce audiences to hitherto unknown artists whose work was suppressed by the aims of the print program that prioritized the tastes of settler markets in the South.

Since the 1990 transfer of 90,000 works on paper from the West Baffin Eskimo Co-operative to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, new generations of Kinngait artists have emerged onto the contemporary art scene, capturing visions of their community into the new millennium.

From the exacting, illustrative style of artists such as Itee Pootoogook and Tim Pitsiulak, to the dreamscapes of Ooloosie Saila and Shuvinai Ashoona, Kinngait artists have continued to innovate with drawing as a medium unto itself—moving beyond its role as a preparatory step in the printmaking process. In the 2000s, artistic practice shifted with the introduction of large-scale works on paper and an embrace of candid, often humorous depictions of contemporary Inuit life. Prefabricated houses, snow machines, and trips to the co-op store mark the established way of life in the hamlet today, but the values of cooperation and care remain the same.

Curated by Emily Laurent Henderson, Associate Curator, Indigenous Arts and Culture at McMichael, this exhibition is presented in dialogue with Worlds on Paper: Drawings from Kinngait.

Everyday Superheroes celebrates the incredible individuals who make a difference in our communities every day. From firefighters and healthcare workers to educators and volunteers, this interactive exhibition honors the real-life heroes who keep our world running.

Developed through extensive research and a public nomination campaign launched in February 2024, the exhibition highlights the inspiring stories of individuals and organizations that shape our city.

Discover their impact through hands-on activities and engaging displays that showcase the power of kindness, courage, and resilience. Join us in celebrating these everyday superheroes!

Visit MarkhamMuseum.ca to plan your visit!

The McMichael proudly presents Morrice in Venice, an exhibition celebrating James Wilson Morrice’s evocative depictions of one of Europe’s most enchanting cities. Inspired by the pioneering research of Sandra Paikowsky, this exhibition showcases a stunning selection of Morrice’s canvases, pochades, and sketches, revealing his unique vision of Venice.

James Wilson Morrice (1865–1924) was the first Canadian artist to make regular visits to Venice, traveling there frequently from the mid-1890s to around 1908. In an era when Venice was the premier destination for artists across Europe, Morrice distinguished himself as one of the few foreign painters who returned repeatedly to its storied canals and piazzas. His Venetian works earned widespread acclaim, appearing in exhibitions throughout Europe, including Paris and London, as well as in Toronto and Montreal, his hometown.

The Southern Netherlands — better known today as Flanders — was home to revolutionary artists such as Peter Paul Rubens, Anthony Van Dyck, Hans Memling, and others. These extraordinary painters found new ways to depict reality, portray humanity, and tell stories that created parallels to their world then – and to our world today.

This large-scale exhibition, featuring over 80 stunning art works and objects — medieval, Renaissance, and baroque paintings, sculptures and more — offers a doorway into the Southern Netherlands of 1400 to 1700, a dynamic environment where new artistic genres and styles were created and flourished. The exhibition’s unique presentation introduces the visitor, through these rare, extraordinary artworks, to stories of enterprising townspeople, prosperous cities, and an ever-developing society.

Spend a summer evening listening to local musicians while enjoying a panoramic view of Lake Ontario! Join us on the Rooftop Terrace at Joseph Brant Museum at 7:30pm on July 11 & 25 and August 8 & 22 for our “Music From the Rooftop” series. Each evening will feature a performance by a local musician, lawn games, and light refreshments and popcorn. Doors will open at 6:30pm to allow guests the chance to browse the museum galleries prior to the performance. Galleries currently include the feature exhibition, “Game Changers.”
Tickets are $20/adults, $15/seniors and students.* Ticket includes 1-hour live musical performance, lawn games, light refreshments and popcorn, and admission to the museum galleries. This is a 12 event.
Thank you to our event sponsor SB Partners.
July 11 – Josh Edwards
July 25 – Hayley Verrall
August 8 – Natalie Reis
August 22 – Warren Jones
* In the case of inclement weather, performances will happen inside Joseph Brant Museum’s Lakefront/Shoreline rooms.

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. with a private guided tour. Held before the Museum opens to the public, these private tours offer a rare opportunity to explore this monumental exhibition—including over 500 original artifacts—in a quiet and contemplative setting, led by an expert guide.

Includes Museum admission.

Arrive 15 minutes in advance of your selected time slot.
Visitor Screening Procedure: ROM has introduced bag checks and screening at all Museum entrances. For a smooth and efficient entry, we encourage visitors to bring only essential items.

Admission
Guided Tour: $50.00
Guided tour – Member: $40.00

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. with a private guided tour. Held before the Museum opens to the public, these private tours offer a rare opportunity to explore this monumental exhibition—including over 500 original artifacts—in a quiet and contemplative setting, led by an expert guide.

Includes Museum admission.

Arrive 15 minutes in advance of your selected time slot.
Visitor Screening Procedure: ROM has introduced bag checks and screening at all Museum entrances. For a smooth and efficient entry, we encourage visitors to bring only essential items.

Admission
Guided Tour: $50.00
Guided tour – Member: $40.00

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. with a private guided tour. Held before the Museum opens to the public, these private tours offer a rare opportunity to explore this monumental exhibition—including over 500 original artifacts—in a quiet and contemplative setting, led by an expert guide.

Includes Museum admission.

Arrive 15 minutes in advance of your selected time slot.
Visitor Screening Procedure: ROM has introduced bag checks and screening at all Museum entrances. For a smooth and efficient entry, we encourage visitors to bring only essential items.

Admission
Guided Tour: $50.00
Guided tour – Member: $40.00

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. with a private guided tour. Held before the Museum opens to the public, these private tours offer a rare opportunity to explore this monumental exhibition—including over 500 original artifacts—in a quiet and contemplative setting, led by an expert guide.

Includes Museum admission.

Arrive 15 minutes in advance of your selected time slot.
Visitor Screening Procedure: ROM has introduced bag checks and screening at all Museum entrances. For a smooth and efficient entry, we encourage visitors to bring only essential items.

Admission
Guided Tour: $50.00
Guided tour – Member: $40.00

Step back in time and explore the grounds of Ireland House Museum during our Classic Cars & Carnival event! Enjoy a nostalgic array of classic cars, play carnival games, and treat yourself to timeless treats like popcorn and candy apples. There will be family friendly entertainment throughout the day, a food truck, and tours of the historic house will be available for booking (regular tour rates apply).

Admission to the event is by donation. Suggested donation of $5/person. All proceeds from the event support the development of our education programs and management of collections at Ireland House Museum. Tours of the historic home can be added on, regular admission rates apply. Pre-registration is not required.

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. with a private guided tour. Held before the Museum opens to the public, these private tours offer a rare opportunity to explore this monumental exhibition—including over 500 original artifacts—in a quiet and contemplative setting, led by an expert guide.

Includes Museum admission.

Arrive 15 minutes in advance of your selected time slot.
Visitor Screening Procedure: ROM has introduced bag checks and screening at all Museum entrances. For a smooth and efficient entry, we encourage visitors to bring only essential items.

Admission
Guided Tour: $50.00
Guided tour – Member: $40.00

Gain a deeper understanding of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. with a private guided tour. Held before the Museum opens to the public, these private tours offer a rare opportunity to explore this monumental exhibition—including over 500 original artifacts—in a quiet and contemplative setting, led by an expert guide.

Includes Museum admission.

Arrive 15 minutes in advance of your selected time slot.
Visitor Screening Procedure: ROM has introduced bag checks and screening at all Museum entrances. For a smooth and efficient entry, we encourage visitors to bring only essential items.

Admission
Guided Tour: $50.00
Guided tour – Member: $40.00

From towering dinosaur skeletons to awe-inspiring contemporary paintings, ROM is home to more than 13.5 million artworks, artifacts, and specimens from around the world and across the ages. So, it should be no surprise ROM is also the most visited museum in Canada.

Don’t miss our FREE* 45-minute English and French tours. Tours start at the hour from 11am to 2pm daily.

*FREE with General Admission

Tour Descriptions

Museum Highlights
Explore the wonders of ROM. In a 45-minute tour that brings iconic objects to life, you’ll enjoy highlights of arts, culture and nature… throughout the world and throughout time.

Descriptions des visites

Les trésors du musée
Explorez les merveilles du ROM. La visite donne vie à des objets emblématiques à la croisée de l’art, de la culture et de la nature et ce à travers le monde et à travers le temps. Elle vous donnera aussi une bonne idée de l’ampleur des collections du musée.

The internationally touring exhibition, created by Musealia, co-produced by the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum in Poland, and developed with an esteemed international panel of curators and historians, is one of the most comprehensive exhibitions ever presented on the subject, and ROM is the only Canadian stop on its international tour. Survivor testimonials, historical documentation, and first-hand accounts by emancipating forces create a powerful connection to the exhibition’s more than 500 original objects — many of which have never been seen before in Canada — on loan from the Auschwitz Memorial and more than 20 other major institutions and private collections around the world.

As part of our annual zodiac installation, January 29, 2025 ushers in the Year of the Snake (蛇), the sixth animal in the Chinese zodiac. Those born under this sign are believed to be wise and charismatic.

The snake rarely appears as a decorative motif in Chinese art and design, however, when depicted with a tortoise, the pair have come to symbolize the mythical creature Xuanwu (玄武, the Dark Warrior), later evolving into the god Zhenwu (真武, the Perfected Warrior). The snake and tortoise symbolize the interplay of power, wisdom, and harmony of nature.

Experience an exquisite array of snake and tortoise-themed objects and cultural belongings in this specially curated zodiac case. Marvel at impressive ceramics, including a mythical double-headed serpent from the early 500s. This and much more are now on view in this unique display celebrating the powerful snake.

Everyday Superheroes celebrates the incredible individuals who make a difference in our communities every day. From firefighters and healthcare workers to educators and volunteers, this interactive exhibition honors the real-life heroes who keep our world running.

Developed through extensive research and a public nomination campaign launched in February 2024, the exhibition highlights the inspiring stories of individuals and organizations that shape our city.

Discover their impact through hands-on activities and engaging displays that showcase the power of kindness, courage, and resilience. Join us in celebrating these everyday superheroes!

Visit MarkhamMuseum.ca to plan your visit!

The McMichael proudly presents Morrice in Venice, an exhibition celebrating James Wilson Morrice’s evocative depictions of one of Europe’s most enchanting cities. Inspired by the pioneering research of Sandra Paikowsky, this exhibition showcases a stunning selection of Morrice’s canvases, pochades, and sketches, revealing his unique vision of Venice.

James Wilson Morrice (1865–1924) was the first Canadian artist to make regular visits to Venice, traveling there frequently from the mid-1890s to around 1908. In an era when Venice was the premier destination for artists across Europe, Morrice distinguished himself as one of the few foreign painters who returned repeatedly to its storied canals and piazzas. His Venetian works earned widespread acclaim, appearing in exhibitions throughout Europe, including Paris and London, as well as in Toronto and Montreal, his hometown.

The Southern Netherlands — better known today as Flanders — was home to revolutionary artists such as Peter Paul Rubens, Anthony Van Dyck, Hans Memling, and others. These extraordinary painters found new ways to depict reality, portray humanity, and tell stories that created parallels to their world then – and to our world today.

This large-scale exhibition, featuring over 80 stunning art works and objects — medieval, Renaissance, and baroque paintings, sculptures and more — offers a doorway into the Southern Netherlands of 1400 to 1700, a dynamic environment where new artistic genres and styles were created and flourished. The exhibition’s unique presentation introduces the visitor, through these rare, extraordinary artworks, to stories of enterprising townspeople, prosperous cities, and an ever-developing society.

From towering dinosaur skeletons to awe-inspiring contemporary paintings, ROM is home to more than 13.5 million artworks, artifacts, and specimens from around the world and across the ages. So, it should be no surprise ROM is also the most visited museum in Canada.

Don’t miss our FREE* 45-minute English and French tours. Tours start at the hour from 11am to 2pm daily.

*FREE with General Admission

Tour Descriptions

Museum Highlights
Explore the wonders of ROM. In a 45-minute tour that brings iconic objects to life, you’ll enjoy highlights of arts, culture and nature… throughout the world and throughout time.

Descriptions des visites

Les trésors du musée
Explorez les merveilles du ROM. La visite donne vie à des objets emblématiques à la croisée de l’art, de la culture et de la nature et ce à travers le monde et à travers le temps. Elle vous donnera aussi une bonne idée de l’ampleur des collections du musée.

As part of our annual zodiac installation, January 29, 2025 ushers in the Year of the Snake (蛇), the sixth animal in the Chinese zodiac. Those born under this sign are believed to be wise and charismatic.

The snake rarely appears as a decorative motif in Chinese art and design, however, when depicted with a tortoise, the pair have come to symbolize the mythical creature Xuanwu (玄武, the Dark Warrior), later evolving into the god Zhenwu (真武, the Perfected Warrior). The snake and tortoise symbolize the interplay of power, wisdom, and harmony of nature.

Experience an exquisite array of snake and tortoise-themed objects and cultural belongings in this specially curated zodiac case. Marvel at impressive ceramics, including a mythical double-headed serpent from the early 500s. This and much more are now on view in this unique display celebrating the powerful snake.

Everyday Superheroes celebrates the incredible individuals who make a difference in our communities every day. From firefighters and healthcare workers to educators and volunteers, this interactive exhibition honors the real-life heroes who keep our world running.

Developed through extensive research and a public nomination campaign launched in February 2024, the exhibition highlights the inspiring stories of individuals and organizations that shape our city.

Discover their impact through hands-on activities and engaging displays that showcase the power of kindness, courage, and resilience. Join us in celebrating these everyday superheroes!

Visit MarkhamMuseum.ca to plan your visit!

The Southern Netherlands — better known today as Flanders — was home to revolutionary artists such as Peter Paul Rubens, Anthony Van Dyck, Hans Memling, and others. These extraordinary painters found new ways to depict reality, portray humanity, and tell stories that created parallels to their world then – and to our world today.

This large-scale exhibition, featuring over 80 stunning art works and objects — medieval, Renaissance, and baroque paintings, sculptures and more — offers a doorway into the Southern Netherlands of 1400 to 1700, a dynamic environment where new artistic genres and styles were created and flourished. The exhibition’s unique presentation introduces the visitor, through these rare, extraordinary artworks, to stories of enterprising townspeople, prosperous cities, and an ever-developing society.

Sharks have intrigued humans for as long as we have explored the oceans. The terrifying monster from the movie Jaws is what many might imagine when they think of these animals, but they are far more fascinating and complex than their depiction in popular culture. Did you know, for example, that there is a shark that eats seagrass? Or that some sharks can sense Earth’s magnetic field?

This family-friendly exhibition invites you to uncover fresh perspectives, groundbreaking research, and the astounding diversity of this ancient group of fishes.

Visitors will delve into the anatomy, behaviour, and history of sharks, from familiar favourites like tiger sharks and great whites to lesser-known species like the dwarf lanternshark—a tiny, light-producing marvel small enough to hold in your hand.

Through dozens of interactives and life-sized models, including a life-size head of the huge extinct Megalodon, join us for a unique look at these magnificent creatures, their habitats, hunting techniques, and the conservation threats that they face.

From towering dinosaur skeletons to awe-inspiring contemporary paintings, ROM is home to more than 13.5 million artworks, artifacts, and specimens from around the world and across the ages. So, it should be no surprise ROM is also the most visited museum in Canada.

Don’t miss our FREE* 45-minute English and French tours. Tours start at the hour from 11am to 2pm daily.

*FREE with General Admission

Tour Descriptions

Museum Highlights
Explore the wonders of ROM. In a 45-minute tour that brings iconic objects to life, you’ll enjoy highlights of arts, culture and nature… throughout the world and throughout time.

Descriptions des visites

Les trésors du musée
Explorez les merveilles du ROM. La visite donne vie à des objets emblématiques à la croisée de l’art, de la culture et de la nature et ce à travers le monde et à travers le temps. Elle vous donnera aussi une bonne idée de l’ampleur des collections du musée.

As part of our annual zodiac installation, January 29, 2025 ushers in the Year of the Snake (蛇), the sixth animal in the Chinese zodiac. Those born under this sign are believed to be wise and charismatic.

The snake rarely appears as a decorative motif in Chinese art and design, however, when depicted with a tortoise, the pair have come to symbolize the mythical creature Xuanwu (玄武, the Dark Warrior), later evolving into the god Zhenwu (真武, the Perfected Warrior). The snake and tortoise symbolize the interplay of power, wisdom, and harmony of nature.

Experience an exquisite array of snake and tortoise-themed objects and cultural belongings in this specially curated zodiac case. Marvel at impressive ceramics, including a mythical double-headed serpent from the early 500s. This and much more are now on view in this unique display celebrating the powerful snake.

Everyday Superheroes celebrates the incredible individuals who make a difference in our communities every day. From firefighters and healthcare workers to educators and volunteers, this interactive exhibition honors the real-life heroes who keep our world running.

Developed through extensive research and a public nomination campaign launched in February 2024, the exhibition highlights the inspiring stories of individuals and organizations that shape our city.

Discover their impact through hands-on activities and engaging displays that showcase the power of kindness, courage, and resilience. Join us in celebrating these everyday superheroes!

Visit MarkhamMuseum.ca to plan your visit!