Wednesday, February 22, 7 pm
The Limits of Myth Busting:
Popular and Professional Histories of Newfoundland and Labrador

What is the relationship between myth and history? And are myths rooted in history? Join Dr. Jerry Bannister as he shares his thoughts on the role of historians and popular mythologies in understanding our province’s past.

Wednesday, February 29, 7 pm
Winter Birding at Quidi Vidi with Nature NL

Did you know that Quidi Vidi Lake is considered one of the best places in North America for watching winter gulls? In January and February birders travel to St. John’s from all over the world to check it out. Join Nature NL to learn more about this amazing location and the sightings from this year’s bird watch. Presented in Collaboration with Nature NL.

Wednesday, March 7, 7 pm
Inner Works Lecture: John Barry

John Barry, son of Anne Meredith Barry, will be here to speak about his mother’s work; her role as an artist and educator in Newfoundland and the relationship between this place and her artwork.

Wednesday, March 14, 7 pm
Fergus and Fergus in Concert

Kick off St. Patrick’s Day a little early with the dynamic father and son duo of Fergus O’Byrne and Fergus Brown-O’Byrne and enjoy their passion for traditional Irish music.

Tickets just $5 and free for members (tickets required).

Wednesday, March 21, 7 pm 2011
BMO Winterset Awards: Author Readings & Reception

Enjoy readings by the 2011 finalists as well as an author Q&A facilitated by Winterset founder, journalist and author Richard Gwyn. The 2011 winner will be announced at Government House the next day, Thursday, March 22, 2012.

Wednesday, March 28, 7 pm
My Ancestors were Rogues and Murderers with special guest, film writer/director Anne Troake

In a thoughtful contribution to the debate on Canada’s seal hunt, artist Anne Troake celebrates the unique culture of Newfoundland’s Outports. The film explores the notions of ecology and conservation through the story of Anne Troake’s extended family, the descendants of 18th century settlers from the English West Country.

Screened in cooperation with the National Film Board of Canada, this is a free event.

Wednesday, April 4, 7 pm
Author & Archives – The Lookout: A History of Signal Hill

This book traces the hill’s history as a military site and communications centre. Author Jim Candow will be here to tell the story of this iconic landmark and to highlight The Rooms Provincial Archives collections that were instrumental in the writing of his book.

Wednesday, April 11, 7 pm
Finding the Titanic

Larry Daley, St. John’s local and owner of Titanic Expeditions Newfoundland, has participated in numerous expeditions to the famous wreck, working along with friend and film director James Cameron. Join Mr. Daley as he shares his personal experiences of the wreckage site and to commemorate the centennial anniversary of that tragic night.

Wednesday, April 18, 7 pm
Landscape, Memory and Archaeological Investigation: survival of natural and cultural features in St. John’s

Archaeologist Gerald Penney and associates have taken advantage of a 21st century infrastructure development to reveal the fascinating history of St. John’s and he’ll be here to share some of their fascinating findings.

Wednesday, April 25, 7 pm
Planet in Focus Film Festival

The Rooms, in partnership with the Alliance of Natural History Museums of Canada, is pleased to present a series of compelling documentary films from the 2011 Planet in Focus International Film Festival.

Wednesday, May 2, 7 pm
Technology and Nature

In our increasingly technologically advanced world our connection to nature and time spent outdoors is decreased. Join us for an exploration of nature deficit and the impact this shift in our culture has on the present and future generations of the planet.

Wednesday, May 9, 7 pm
Erin Best, Sandy Morris, and Jenny Gear in Concert

Celebrate spring by joining us for a very special concert.

Tickets $10 (10% discount for members)