Date: Mar 22
6:30 pm
- 9:00 pm
Where: Theatre
Distinguished Harvard scholar David Armitage discusses how our fragile world is held together by around 70,000 different kinds of treaties. These legal agreements impact almost every aspect of our lives, from semiconductors, to the exploitation of outer space, to the terms of land settlements. Unfortunately we tend to mainly focus on these agreements when they're broken. This lecture takes a wide-angle, long-range historical view of treaties in all their forms to ask just what they do, and how they continue to be important in shaping so much of our contemporary world.
This is a free event, but a ticket is required. Please reserve your free ticket online or by calling (709) 757-8090. A reception will follow the talk.
About the Presenter:
David Armitage, MA, PhD, LittD, CorrFRSE, FRHistS, FAHA, MAE, is the Lloyd C. Blankfein Professor of History, Chair of the Committee on Degrees in Social Studies and former Chair of the Department of History at Harvard University, where he teaches intellectual history and international history. He is currently a Senior Scholar of the Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies, an Affiliated Faculty Member at Harvard Law School, an Affiliated Professor in the Harvard Department of Government, an Honorary Fellow of St Catharine's College, Cambridge, an Honorary Professor of History at Queen's University Belfast and an Honorary Professor of History at the University of Sydney.
Presented in partnership with Memorial University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, The Henrietta Harvey Distinguished Lecture Series brings a highly regarded scholar to Memorial University every year for a guest lecture.
Lead by our knowledgeable Archives staff, get behind the scenes vault access and a rare look at the ship’s log from the HMS Royal George.
In 1808, Admiral Sir John Thomas Duckworth commanded this ship on an extraordinary journey covering thousands of miles. One surviving logbook from the voyage documents six months of this historic expedition and provides an unexpected collection.
Cost: $12 plus HST. Members only!
Small group size. Pre-registration required. To register, please contact Visitor Services at 709-757-8090.
Cost includes a voucher for tea/coffee in the café.
In celebration of the province’s cultural diversity Sharing Our Cultures presents: M.E.D.I.A, a display of multimedia work created by NL youth who participated in facilitated sessions on equity, inclusion, and antiracism.
The display includes poems, videos, paintings, and sculpture that all deliver positive messages designed to tackle racism and embrace diversity.
Opening remarks and Flag Parade at 4:30 pm, November 15th.
The project is funded by the Government of Canada with the support of NL Schools, CBC Newfoundland and Labrador, The Rooms Corporation, and Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association.
Sharing Our Cultures Incorporated in a not-for-profit charitable organization established in 1999. It is governed by an elected volunteer Board of Directors.
The programs engage school children and youth in activities that enhance their academic, sociocultural, and employability skills.
Lead by our knowledgeable Archives staff, get behind the scenes vault access and a rare look at the ship’s log from the HMS Royal George.
In 1808, Admiral Sir John Thomas Duckworth commanded this ship on an extraordinary journey covering thousands of miles. One surviving logbook from the voyage documents six months of this historic expedition and provides an unexpected collection.
Cost: $12 plus HST. Members only!
Small group size. Pre-registration required. To register, please contact Visitor Services at 709-757-8090.
Cost includes a voucher for tea/coffee in the café.
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.
Seating is limited.
Tickets: $20 plus HST (10% Discount for Rooms Members). Tickets are available online or by calling 709-757-8090
Auks, Wolves and Whales
What fills the void when a species is no more? Legends, folklore, and history worth learning from. Come listen to the stories of the Great Auk, the Newfoundland Wolf, and Endangered Whales as they echo across the ages through their body and bones. Commiserate with the extinct, heed the calls of the endangered, hold ossified bones, and see how artists transform tragedy into hope for a sustainable future.
Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.
Join us at The Rooms for an inspiring drawing class designed specifically for teens. Whether you’re a budding artist or just curious about exploring your artistic interests, this class is perfect for you!
What to Expect:
Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques, from line work to shading. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbor view to capturing the details of our natural history collection.
This fun and relaxed atmosphere is a place for teens to meet fellow teen artists, share ideas, and enjoy a supportive environment.
Materials Provided: High-quality drawing supplies will be provided.
Unlock your creativity, express yourself, and create beautiful art! No prior experience necessary. Let’s make art together!
Cost: $20 plus HST per session. 10% discount for Rooms Members. Reserve your spot by calling (709) 757-8090.