Dinos, Egypt, Beards, and Bears - What's On in November

Visit Us | Exhibitions | Membership Curator Conversations Dino Cancer Wednesday, November 11; 4:00 - 5:00 pm Free with RSVP on ZOOM. Join ROM’s Dr. David Evans & Mark Crowther of McMaster University as they discuss their recently published research that establishes a clear link between human disease and diseases of the past, and opens the doors to a greater understanding of the genetics and evolution of animal diseases.   Register now ROM Connects November 12 Marked Differences: The Beard in Renaissance Europe Curator Conversations Egyptian Art: Ancient Culture, Contemporary Expression Wednesday, November 18; 4:00 - 5:00 pm Free with RSVP on ZOOM. Explore contemporary Egyptian art with Dr. Fahmida Suleiman, ROM Curator of Islamic Art & Culture, and Habiba El-Sayed, a Toronto-based artist whose performance, temporal and sculptural works centre around themes of identity, perception and resistance.  Register now Massey is Missing COP26 Conference Panel: The Role of Art and Culture in Our Climate Crisis November 19; 12:00 - 1:30 pm Free with advance registration on ZOOM. Join Josh Basseches, ROM Director and CEO for a Massey College panel on the role of arts and culture in building public momentum for ambitious and critical policies at COP26 - the annual global gathering of climate experts and governments. This year's COP26 was postponed until 2021, but the window for preserving a stable climate is closing. What can be done to lay the groundwork for a successful COP26 next year? Dr. Dianne Saxe, SaxeFacts, moderates this free webinar that also includes Canada's Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault, noted climate activist, singer Ron Hawkins; poet Alice Major; and singer Sarah Harmer. Massey is Missing COP26 (#MissingCOP26) runs November 9 - 19, 2020. Five free, virtual sessions invite thought leaders from all sectors to explore the the official COP26 elements, focusing on Canada and the role it will play at COP26 in 2021. All sessions are free. Advance registration is required for each. The Massey is Missing COP26 conference is co-sponsored by the ROM, the David Suzuki Foundation, the Bill Graham Centre for Contemporary International History, the Canadian International Council and the World Refugee Migration Council. Learn More | Register Experts & Objects Christian Dior Evening Gown Chris Paulocik, ROM Senior Textile Conservator discusses the treatment of a Dior evening gown from the Museum's collection with Dr. Alexandra Palmer, Senior Curator, Nora E. Vaughan Fashion Costume Curatorship.  Watch now Frontline Workers Save 15% Off Admission and Select One-Year Memberships*  Thank you, our frontline workers, for everything you continue do. During this challenging time as we head into winter, we'd like to invite you to the ROM to relax, recharge and enjoy our exhibitions at a special promotional rate.   Discover the magical world of Pooh and his friends in Winnie-the-Pooh: Exploring a Classic, uncover the secrets of six mummified individuals in Egyptian Mummies: Ancient Lives. New Discoveries., and explore a host of other engaging exhibitions.  Find out more ROM Receives #SafeTravels Stamp Awarded by the World Travel & Tourism Council, this international symbol allows travellers to recognize governments and companies around the world that have adopted health and hygiene, standardized protocols – so consumers can experience ‘Safe Travels’.  Become a Member and SAVE Enjoy free unlimited admission to ROM galleries and special exhibitions, plus exclusive benefits all year long.  Learn more All images courtesy of ROM unless otherwise noted. For media inquiries, please contact media@rom.on.ca The ROM is an agency of the Government of Ontario.  You are receiving this email because you expressly consented to receive ecommunications from romnews@rom.on.ca or because you have a recent business relationship with the ROM. Please add romnews@rom.on.ca to your address book to ensure we land in your inbox. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of this email.   View as Webpage

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