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DMV Opportunities

The Department of Museum Volunteers (DMV) provides several ways you can volunteer both front-of-house and behind the scenes, as well as through our travel committees. Learn more about each committee below. Visitor Guides You’ll find Visitor Guide volunteers at the Plan Your Visit desk in the

I found what looks like a tiny “caterpillar” in my home. What is it?

Let’s take a look at a common critter that share our space. Amazingly, over 500 species of arthropods have been recorded in houses! One of our most common household guests is the carpet beetle. The larvae look like tiny, furry, ‘caterpillars’.  Larva of a carpet beetle, family Dermestidae,

Yellowjackets (a.k.a. Late Summer Picnic Pests)

We love picnicking outside in the summer but in August and September our meals are inevitably cut short because of wasps. What are they and what can we do about them? Yellowjackets - much worse than ants at a picnic! There are a few species of these social wasps in Ontario, but most common are

Does a mild winter mean more insects?

With increasing frequency, as spring rolls in, ROM entomologists are asked this question: will mild winter temperatures result in more bugs this spring and summer? Unfortunately, there is no simple “yes” or “no” answer to this question  — the best response is “It depends”.  There

Biodiversity in the City: Toronto Biodiversity Series Launch

Biodiversity in the City: Toronto Biodiversity Series Launch

  Guest blog written by Environmental Visual Communication student Justine DiCesare     In summer 2014, the public was invited to the Evergreen Brickworks for the launch of the “Biodiversity Series of Toronto”. The four guidebooks highlighted at the event were “Mammals of Toronto”,

Teacher Programs

ROM offers specialized training programs, development and networking opportunities for Ontario educators and teaching professionals. Stay informed on new activities and resources as they become available. Sign up for our School Visits Enewsletter. Teacher Appreciation Days Back by popular demand!

Contemporary Patchwork: Sustainable Quilting Basics

Contemporary Patchwork: Sustainable Quilting Basics

SOLD OUT.  Please join the waiting list here. Note: Workshop is for an Adult Audience. This workshop is for participants ages 18+. Contemporary Patchwork: Sustainable Quilting Basics    Sunday, October 6, 2024, 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm  Unleash the possibilities of contemporary patchwork with fresh

Hats Make the Korean Man

Hats Make the Korean Man

Hats Make the Korean Man      Saturday, October 19, 2024, 2:30 pm- 4:00 pm FREE. RSVP Required. Hats were once essential components of every Korean's wardrobe. During the Joseon dynasty (1392–1910), hats marked the wearer's social status, cultural identity, and more. Today, as