Author Talk: The Cause of Art
Date: Jun 19
7:00 pm
- 8:00 pm
Where: Theatre
Jeff Webb’s new book shares the story of the curators and artists who built a new art gallery at Memorial University in the 1960s – a gallery that would eventually become a provincial institution and advance access to art in Newfoundland and Labrador.
The gallery was more than a place to hang pictures. It was the site of an awakening of visual culture as part of the Newfoundland Cultural Renaissance of the 1970s. Webb explores the conflict, collaborations and a cast of passionate and strong-willed characters who were part of the early gallery history including Christopher Pratt, Peter Bell, Edythe Goodridge, John Perlin, and many others.
Tickets: $12 plus HST. Free for Rooms Members. Get your tickets online or by calling (709) 757-8090.
Events & Programs
Join us for an engaging and in-depth conversation about the Mummers Play, its rich history, cultural significance, and the lasting impact it has had in Newfoundland and beyond.
Whether you're familiar with the tradition or just curious to learn more, this is sure to be an eye-opening discussion!
This is a free program but a ticket is required. Reserve your free ticket online or by calling 709-757-8090.
This program is presented in partnership with the 2025 Mummers Festival. For more information about festival events, visit www.mummersfestival.ca.