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Daily Life in Greek & Roman: Insights from our Interns

Daily Life in Greek & Roman: Insights from our Interns

Student interns are a vital part of behind-the-scenes throughout the ROM.  In the Greek & Roman section most students spend their time with us as part of their studies, such as a high school co-op programme, university research opportunity course, or as a work placement for community college.

Explorers' Club kids get a sneak peak at the newest Animal Explorer

Explorers' Club kids get a sneak peak at the newest Animal Explorer

Submitted by Courtney Murfin, Interpretive Planner and Explorers' Club Co-chair This past Saturday, ROM members went wild at the Explorers' Club's spring event. A day of crafts, live creatures, cool ROM specimens and special programming brought Explorers closer to nature and

New Acquisitions: Screening Process

New Acquisitions: Screening Process

Ever wonder what the process is whenever the ROM gets a new acquisitions? Well wonder no more! Here is the general process of how the ROM screens new acquisitions. The acquisition procedure typically begins with an email, letter, or phone call from someone wanting to make a donation to the

Burton and Isabelle Pipistrelle are out of the Bat Cave and on Book Shelves!

Imagine you were a Pipistrelle Bat living in the ROM’s bat cave and one night, when all the lights went out, you snuck out of the cave to explore the wonderful galleries of the Museum. What would you want to see? Where would you go first? Need a little help boosting your imagination? Check out

Forbidden City: Inside the Court of China’s Emperors- Exhibition Announcement Event

Forbidden City: Inside the Court of China’s Emperors- Exhibition Announcement Event

On Wednesday October 9, 2013, it was announced that the exhibition The Forbidden City: Inside the Court of China’s Emperors, in partnership with Beijing’s Palace Museum, will open at the ROM on March 8, 2014. The legendary Forbidden City, once home to China’s imperial rulers, is now the

International Volunteer Managers Day: Meet Mark Peck

International Volunteer Managers Day: Meet Mark Peck

Behind every great team of volunteers is a Volunteer Manager who ensures that their team reaches their full potential. In honour of International Volunteer Managers Day this November 5 th, the ROM turns the spotlight on some of the staff who activate our many fun and exciting volunteer programs.

Mother's Day Gift Guide

From Gift Memberships to gems, jewellery and more- treat the amazing women in your life with a museum inspired gift this Mother’s Day. ROM Membership Share your love for the ROM with mom this Mother’s Day. From Blue Whales, to our upcoming Christian Dior exhibition – a ROM Membership is a

International Day of Persons with Disabilities

December 3 rd  marks the United Nation’s annual International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Promoting an understanding of disability issues and mobilizing support for the rights, dignity, and well-being of persons with disabilities of all ages, this day also emphasizes the benefits for all

Holiday Space Arcade! Get Your Game On

Holiday Space Arcade! Get Your Game On

The ROM’s annual Game Jam event – a dizzying three-day collaboration involving ninety video game developers – wrapped up in early October, but we’re still enjoying the thrills of the newly designed games, and over the course of the holidays, you will also get the chance to test them out.

National Volunteer Week 2017 | Volunteer Spotlight: John Golla

John Golla is the Co-Chair of the Visitor Guides and a Member of the Membership Committee at the Department of Museum Volunteers. What inspired you to volunteer at the ROM?  I love the ROM and it was a chance to contribute to the community. The opportunity for learning and meeting interesting