About
Earth Day is an internationally observed celebration promoting the protection and conservation of our planet and its myriad denizens, celebrated every April 22 across the globe.
It is more than a celebration of our planet and its ecosystems – it’s a time to act and make the world a better place. The Royal Ontario Museum is committed to being part of the solution.
Galleries
Don't forget to check out these galleries to discover more about our amazing Earth
- Life in Crisis: Schad Gallery of Biodiversity
- Gallery of Birds
- The Bat Cave
- Teck Suite of Galleries: Earth's Treasures
Dig deep into the story of life on Earth with:
- The James and Louise Temerty Galleries of the Age of Dinosaurs
- Reed Gallery of the Age of Mammals
- Willner Madge Gallery, Dawn of Life - our newest permanent paleontology gallery! Learn more.
At-Home Activities
Resource
Curator Conversations: Reframing the Climate Crisis
Drawing on her interdisciplinary research and personal stories, join climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe in conversation with ROM’s Soren Brothers as she makes the case for hope and healing as we face the greatest existential crisis in humanity’s history.
Resource
Curator Conversations: Parasitic Oscillations
Poet and scientist Madhur Anand joins ROM’s Santiago Claramunt for an engaging talk about her newest collection of poems, Parasitic Oscillations. Drawing on her own experiences and examining contemporary environments, her latest work resonates against the backdrop of unprecedented ecological change. Intersecting art, culture, and nature, it is an enlightening and profoundly beautiful collection that asks questions about our relationship with ourselves, birds and animals, and the living world around us.
Program
Museum Tours
Free with Museum admission, daily tours are offered to the public by trained volunteer Docents. Tours include general Museum tours, and specific gallery tours. Tours of special exhibitions are surcharged.
Program
Third Tuesday Nights Free
September Date Change Notice Please note that September's TTNF has moved to Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Same great experience, just one week later. The Museum will be free—for everyone—on the third Tuesday Night of each month. Includes access to most galleries* Admission Policy: Tickets are required—walk-ins are not available. To book, click the 'Book Tickets' button at the top of this webpage. Then, select the 3rd Tuesday of the month on the calendar, and check the box for “3rd Tuesday Nights Free.” Note: Tickets are released 2 weeks prior to the event. To expedite entry, both the Queen's
Program
Signature Hunts and Tours
Discover ROM like never before with our uniquely themed scavenger hunts and tours! Team up with fellow museum lovers, solve clever clues, and uncover fascinating stories as you explore the galleries in a whole new way. Join one of our guided tours to dive deeper into the collections, hear insider stories, and experience the Museum from a fresh perspective. Enjoy a fun, interactive adventure that brings ROM to life.
Program
Museum Tours
Free with Museum admission, daily tours are offered to the public by trained volunteer Docents. Tours include general Museum tours, and specific gallery tours. Tours of special exhibitions are surcharged.
Program
Third Tuesday Nights Free
September Date Change Notice Please note that September's TTNF has moved to Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Same great experience, just one week later. The Museum will be free—for everyone—on the third Tuesday Night of each month. Includes access to most galleries* Admission Policy: Tickets are required—walk-ins are not available. To book, click the 'Book Tickets' button at the top of this webpage. Then, select the 3rd Tuesday of the month on the calendar, and check the box for “3rd Tuesday Nights Free.” Note: Tickets are released 2 weeks prior to the event. To expedite entry, both the Queen's
Program
Signature Hunts and Tours
Discover ROM like never before with our uniquely themed scavenger hunts and tours! Team up with fellow museum lovers, solve clever clues, and uncover fascinating stories as you explore the galleries in a whole new way. Join one of our guided tours to dive deeper into the collections, hear insider stories, and experience the Museum from a fresh perspective. Enjoy a fun, interactive adventure that brings ROM to life.
