Events Calendar

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms! Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises. What to Expect: Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection. This is ...

Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms! Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises. What to Expect: Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection. This is ...

Join us for a delightful morning at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front desk ...

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 violin, viola, and cello, along with Newfoundland and Irish fiddle tunes that are sure to inspire a new appreciation for music. About STEP: The Suzuki ...

Let your kids dive into a world of creativity while you tackle your holiday to-do list. In this fun and festive workshop, children aged 8–11 will explore the magic of printmaking and craft up to 12 one-of-a-kind holiday cards to share with family and friends. Highlights include: A special visit to the Wooden ...

Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou In this exhibition, find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms ...

Step inside the world of Nirvana, a new play by Lisah Nsanzugwanko, in this intimate work-in-progress showcase created through Twiga Collective’s Sound & Movement workshop. Join us for an afternoon of performance, conversation and behind-the-scenes insight into the making of a new Afro-futurist story set in in 2035. A celebration of ...

The Macdonald Drive Junior High String Ensemble acts as musical ambassadors of their school, performing throughout the year at school and community events. Join us for their annual holiday performance featuring music that will surely get you into the festive spirit. The ensemble also performs annually with the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra, providing ...

Step into a world of family fun at The Rooms with our friends from the Mummers Festival! Enjoy an afternoon of creativity and connection for the whole family. Browse The Rooms gift shop for holiday shopping, grab a bite in the café, and take in the stunning decorations throughout the building! Cost: Included ...

Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.

Join Author, Mark Critch for the launch of Sorry, Not Sorry: An Unapologetic Look at What Makes Canada Worth Fighting For. Known for his sharp-witted skits on CBC’s This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Mark Critch uses his keen observational skills to explore Canadian identity and the new wave of Canadian patriotism. In Sorry, ...

Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...

Get in the spirit of the season! Jackie Sullivan and Karla Pilgrim share some of their song favourites against the sparkling backdrop of The Rooms all decorated for the holidays. Tickets: $40 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Get your tickets online or by calling 709-757-8090.

Fishing for Cod For centuries, fishing for cod has played a vital role in the lives of the peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador. Generations of fishing men, women, and children made use of the land and sea to sustain them and spent their lives “making fish.” Join us each day for an interpretive ...

Join architects Philip Pratt, Charles Henley, and Paul Blackwood of PHB Group for an insightful and engaging conversation about the design journey behind The Rooms. Perched above St. John's, this architectural landmark—clad in local granite and wood, brushed aluminum, and sweeping glass—offers a stunning presence and panoramic views of the city ...

Art Tea is a contemplative way to experience our exhibitions. Join us for a visit to the art gallery, then exchange ideas and share reflections about current topics in art. This is a casual and relaxed group setting. Tea will be served overlooking the breathtaking view of the harbour. Cost: $20 plus ...

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms! Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises. What to Expect: Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection. This is ...

Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.

Make your own personalized wrapping paper while learning a variety of basic printmaking techniques. Suitable for all skill sets and levels of experience, participants will leave the workshop with new skills and roll of hand-printed unique holiday giftwrap. All workshop materials included in the cost. Cost: $40 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms ...

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms! Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises. What to Expect: Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection. This is ...

Join us for a delightful morning at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front desk ...

Make your own personalized wrapping paper while learning a variety of basic printmaking techniques. Suitable for all skill sets and levels of experience, participants will leave the workshop with new skills and roll of hand-printed unique holiday giftwrap. All workshop materials included in the cost. Cost: $40 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms ...

Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou In this exhibition, find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms ...

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

Step into a world of family fun at The Rooms! Enjoy an afternoon of creativity and connection for the whole family. This month’s activity: ornament making. Feeling festive? Create two ornaments — one to take home, and one to add to a special holiday tree at The Rooms, on display throughout the ...

Join the Bishop Feild Elementary Choir as they sing in the season with your favourite holiday songs. Cost: Included with admission to The Rooms (Free for Rooms Members).

Let your kids dive into a world of creativity while you tackle your holiday to-do list. In this fun and festive workshop, children aged 8–11 will explore the magic of printmaking and craft up to 12 one-of-a-kind holiday cards to share with family and friends. Highlights include: A special visit to the Wooden ...

Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years. Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.

Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...

This session is full but we've added a 12:30 pm time slot!   Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by Certified Music Therapist, Renée White. Join us in exploring the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich ...

This session is full but we've added a 12:30 time slot!   Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by certified music therapist, Renée White. Join us in experiencing the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich experience ...

Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by certified music therapist, Renée White. Join us in experiencing the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich experience that enhances your infant's development.   Who's Invited: Newborns to 9 month olds ...

Fishing for Cod For centuries, fishing for cod has played a vital role in the lives of the peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador. Generations of fishing men, women, and children made use of the land and sea to sustain them and spent their lives “making fish.” Join us each day for an interpretive ...

Deck the Halls with Handmade Cheer! Get into the festive spirit with a cozy, creative evening project! Perfect for beginners and crafty folks of all skill levels, this small project is a wonderful way to share time with friends or family—including teens—while making something special for your home. What to expect: Craft a ...

A Christmas tradition is back by popular Demand! Join author Kevin Major for a fireside conversation and 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 ...

A holiday tradition! Enjoy an afternoon gathering of friends old and new as we feature one of our favourite Christmas CBC Land and Sea episodes, The Mummers Show and A Fortune Bay Christmas.  A cup of tea and piece of Christmas cake are included in the cost. Check out The Rooms holiday ...