Events Calendar

Science, medicine, and art intersect in the work of interdisciplinary Nova Scotia artist Kim Morgan. Morgan will speak about her work and inspiration for Blood and Breath, Skin and Dust, a major exhibition opening at The Rooms on December 8th. She will be introduced by Halifax curator Susan Gibson Garvey. This is ...

In the 1800s, mummers in Newfoundland had a reputation for rowdy and violent behaviour that threw the custom into controversy. Local men regularly appeared in court accused of committing assaults and other offences while disguised as mummers. Commentators hotly debated the custom’s role in society, how it influenced Newfoundland’s reputation in ...

You are invited to join us for a free public art gallery opening reception! Blood and Breath, Skin and Dust, curated by Susan Gibson Garvey, focuses on eight years of interdisciplinary artist Kim Morgan’s research and artistic production. Employing electron microscopy, this immersive installation of sculptural objects, sound and video bridges the ...

Join the students of the Suzuki Talent Education Program (STEP) for their holiday play-in. Enjoy a selection of Baroque and Classical songs from the students’ shared repertoire on the violin, viola and cello that will be sure to inspire a new appreciation for music. This is free event! About STEP: The Suzuki Talent Education ...

Get Hands on with our province’s plants, animals and wild spaces at The Rooms with Nature NL! Nature Nook is a monthly hands-on session to interact with real specimens like seal pelts, skulls, whale baleen, antlers, moose fur, and a variety of rocks and minerals. Join us to learn more about nature ...

Come get in the festive spirit at The Rooms with a performance of holiday tunes from Macdonald Drive Junior High String Ensemble!  This is a free event! The MDJH String Ensemble is comprised of students from grades 7 – 9. They act as musical ambassadors for the school, performing at community events and ...

Come and hear the story of the Inuit Ookpik Doll and how it came to be. Work with materials including seal skin, sinew and moose hide to make your very own Ookpik Ornament.   The workshop is facilitated by Amy Campbell. Workshop cost: $30 (+HST). Limited spaces! Pre-registration required. To register, please contact Visitor Services at ...

Join beloved Newfoundland and Labrador author Donna Morrissey for an intimate talk with host Ramona Deering about the inspiration for her latest work Rage the Night and what it means to truly find a sense of belonging. Based the 1914 Newfoundland Sealing Disaster, this riveting tale is entwined with remarkable characters - including ...

A Christmas tradition is back by popular demand! Join author, Kevin Major for a reading of The House of Wooden Santas followed by a Q&A as well as a visit to see all 24 Santas. The House of Wooden Santas is a deeply felt story about belief in oneself and others, and the ...

A special, intimate holiday concert with Bill Brennan, Petrina Bromley and Jim Vivian. Brought together for one night only, this dynamic trio of international stars presents their holiday favourites, with the festive backdrop of The Rooms all decorated for the season. A magical night to remember! Petrina Bromley, Bill Brennan and Jim Vivian ...

Join us for a special performance of Christmas in Nunatsiavut: Inuktitut Songs of the Season featuring soloists Deantha Edmunds, Annabelle Edmunds-Ramsay, and Mason Dicker as well as the St. John’s Urban Inuit Choir.  This is a drop-in program – a ticket is not required.

Growing The Voices is back at The Rooms! Everyone is welcome to join the Festive Instant Choir and sing to your hearts content! This is a FREE event. Bring your family, friends and visitors!    

A Christmas tradition is back by popular demand! Join author, Kevin Major for a reading of The House of Wooden Santas followed by a Q&A as well as a visit to see all 24 Santas. The House of Wooden Santas is a deeply felt story about belief in oneself and others, and the ...