Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events	Bytown Museum Public Programs
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January Exhibitions: SIX MOMENTS IN THE HISTORY OF THE URBAN FOREST January 24 - May 27, 2012 “Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest” is an exhibit opening in January 2012 at the Bytown Museum. Curated by Carleton University professor Joanna Dean and graduate student Will Knight, the exhibit explores the contested place of trees in Ottawa's urban history. The exhibit explores early street tree planting, the 1920s campaign to "control" urban trees, the commemorative Centennial crab apple tree, the role of arborists in negotiating the conflicts between trees and the built environment, and the closing of Lovers Walk behind Parliament Hill. It will include such artefacts as the cross-section of a 150-year old bur oak, arborist tools, and digital maps showing changes in Ottawa’s tree canopy since the 1920s. The exhibit runs from January 24-May 27, 2012 and is funded by the Network in Canadian History and Environment (NiCHE), a Jack Kimmell grant from the Canadian Tree Fund, and Carleton University. Events: Sunday January 29: FREE DAY AT THE MUSEUM We are offering free admission all day. Join us for a talk by Guest Curator and Carleton University Professor, Joanna Dean, at 12 noon and the opening of our winter exhibition at 1 pm. Sunday, January 29: GUEST CURATOR'S TALK Carleton University professor and Curator of Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest, Joanna Dean will give a talk in the exhibition prior to the exhibition opening at 1 pm. Join us to learn more about the early street tree planting, the 1920s campaign to "control" urban trees, the commemorative Centennial crab apple tree, the role of arborists in negotiating the conflicts between trees and the built environment, and the closing of Lovers Walk behind Parliament Hill. Presented in English 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Tuesday January 31: CLOSED FOR ANNUAL MAINTENANCE Ongoing Programs: Exhibition Tours Join us on Sunday afternoons for a tour through our special fall exhibition Dearly Departed. Our staff will lead you through the exhibition and discuss the artefacts and artworks on display. No need to sign-up beforehand, just let our staff know when you purchase your ticket. English at 2 pm; French at 3 pm. Included with admission to the Bytown Museum
February Exhibitions: SIX MOMENTS IN THE HISTORY OF THE URBAN FOREST January 24 - May 27, 2012 “Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest” is an exhibit opening in January 2012 at the Bytown Museum. Curated by Carleton University professor Joanna Dean and graduate student Will Knight, the exhibit explores the contested place of trees in Ottawa's urban history. The exhibit explores early street tree planting, the 1920s campaign to "control" urban trees, the commemorative Centennial crab apple tree, the role of arborists in negotiating the conflicts between trees and the built environment, and the closing of Lovers Walk behind Parliament Hill. It will include such artefacts as the cross-section of a 150-year old bur oak, arborist tools, and digital maps showing changes in Ottawa’s tree canopy since the 1920s. The exhibit runs from January 24-May 27, 2012 and is funded by the Network in Canadian History and Environment (NiCHE), a Jack Kimmell grant from the Canadian Tree Fund, and Carleton University. Events: Friday, February 3 to Monday, February 20: POLYTECTURES Experience Ottawa’s architecture through music. “POLYTECTURES” is a sound walk which explores the relationship between music and architecture. Montréal's Antoine Bédard and ten local musicians worked together to create music inspired by the architecture of 10 different buildings in the city. “POLYTECTURES” features a variety of music styles reflecting the diversity of the architecture found in Ottawa. The sound walk offers a new way of experiencing the city’s built environment, allowing locals and visitors to better feel the language of architecture through the eyes and ears of the composers. “POLYTECTURES” raises questions about how politics has shaped the architecture of the city and about how much every aspect of Ottawa, even music and the arts, is somewhat political. While the entire walk will take approximately one hour, a winter version of the walk has been adapted for Winterlude. The walk is divided in sections and can be experienced in separate outings with warm-up breaks. Download the “POLYTECTURES” and the printable map of the sound walk at polytectures.bandcamp.com, or head down to the Bytown Museum to start this FREE audio tour! More info: http://www.downtownrideau.com/docs/chill_web_page_1.pdf Available from 11 to 4 Pick up your MP3 player before 2:30 pm Sunday February 5: FREE DAY AT THE MUSEUM February 4 & 5, 11 & 12, 18-20: Winterlude activities at the Bytown Museum! Design Your Own Timber Stamp Family Activity and Complimentary Drink with Admission at the Bytown Museum At the Museum, our popular drop-in family activity from the summer is back! Lumber barons each had a timber stamp designed to mark each log with a stamp for their company. We want you to get creative and imagine your unique timber stamp! Drop-in family activity and complimentary drink included with museum admission. http://www.canadascapital.gc.ca/celebrate/winterlude/calendar-events/design-your-own-timber-stamp February 4 & 5, 11 & 12, 18-20: Bytown Museum Tent at the Bronson Avenue rest area for Winterlude! Need a break from all the skating? Visit the Bytown Museum tent at the Bronson Avenue rest area to explore Ottawa’s history hands-on. We’ll have objects to inspect, Victorian toys, a hands-on activity for children and a trivia draw! http://www.canadascapital.gc.ca/celebrate/winterlude/calendar-events/echos-past-bytown-museum-tent 12 to 3 pm Sunday, February 12: GUEST CURATOR'S TALK Carleton University Graduate student and Curator of Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest, Will Knight will give a talk in the exhibition. Join us to learn more about the early street tree planting, the 1920s campaign to "control" urban trees, the commemorative Centennial crab apple tree, the role of arborists in negotiating the conflicts between trees and the built environment, and the closing of Lovers Walk behind Parliament Hill. Free admission to the talk Presented in English 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
March Exhibitions: SIX MOMENTS IN THE HISTORY OF THE URBAN FOREST January 24 - May 27, 2012 “Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest” is an exhibit opening in January 2012 at the Bytown Museum. Curated by Carleton University professor Joanna Dean and graduate student Will Knight, the exhibit explores the contested place of trees in Ottawa's urban history. The exhibit explores early street tree planting, the 1920s campaign to "control" urban trees, the commemorative Centennial crab apple tree, the role of arborists in negotiating the conflicts between trees and the built environment, and the closing of Lovers Walk behind Parliament Hill. It will include such artefacts as the cross-section of a 150-year old bur oak, arborist tools, and digital maps showing changes in Ottawa’s tree canopy since the 1920s. The exhibit runs from January 24-May 27, 2012 and is funded by the Network in Canadian History and Environment (NiCHE), a Jack Kimmell grant from the Canadian Tree Fund, and Carleton University. Events: Sunday March 4: FREE DAY AT THE MUSEUM *March 13-16: NEW* March Break Programming At the Bytown Museum Time travel back into Ottawa’s history! With stopping points to explore the world of the construction of the Rideau Canal, the time of the Lumber Barons, life in the Victorian parlours, and Ottawa’s Urban Forest. Join us for an afternoon adventure at the Bytown Museum this March Break! Embark on a scavenger hunt though the museum, take part in a Victorian parlour game, and a lesson on proper Victorian etiquette. As a group, we will create a mural map of our city and build it up with trees and houses. The final product will be on display in the kids area. Please bring a peanut-free snack and drink for break time. Contact meganbocking@bytownmuseum.ca** to register by Tuesday March 6th, 2012 This is a one afternoon program, not a 4 day consecutive program. For children aged 7 to 12 Time: 1 to 4 pm. (Please note the museum closes at 4 pm) Fee: $5.00 per child Presented in English PARKING Drop off parking only. NO PARKING AT SITE
April Exhibitions: SIX MOMENTS IN THE HISTORY OF THE URBAN FOREST January 24 - May 27, 2012 “Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest” is an exhibit opening in January 2012 at the Bytown Museum. Curated by Carleton University professor Joanna Dean and graduate student Will Knight, the exhibit explores the contested place of trees in Ottawa's urban history. The exhibit explores early street tree planting, the 1920s campaign to "control" urban trees, the commemorative Centennial crab apple tree, the role of arborists in negotiating the conflicts between trees and the built environment, and the closing of Lovers Walk behind Parliament Hill. It will include such artefacts as the cross-section of a 150-year old bur oak, arborist tools, and digital maps showing changes in Ottawa’s tree canopy since the 1920s. The exhibit runs from January 24-May 27, 2012 and is funded by the Network in Canadian History and Environment (NiCHE), a Jack Kimmell grant from the Canadian Tree Fund, and Carleton University. Events: Sunday April 1: FREE DAY AT THE MUSEUM
May Exhibitions: SIX MOMENTS IN THE HISTORY OF THE URBAN FOREST January 24 - May 27, 2012 “Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest” is an exhibit opening in January 2012 at the Bytown Museum. Curated by Carleton University professor Joanna Dean and graduate student Will Knight, the exhibit explores the contested place of trees in Ottawa's urban history. The exhibit explores early street tree planting, the 1920s campaign to "control" urban trees, the commemorative Centennial crab apple tree, the role of arborists in negotiating the conflicts between trees and the built environment, and the closing of Lovers Walk behind Parliament Hill. It will include such artefacts as the cross-section of a 150-year old bur oak, arborist tools, and digital maps showing changes in Ottawa’s tree canopy since the 1920s. The exhibit runs from January 24-May 27, 2012 and is funded by the Network in Canadian History and Environment (NiCHE), a Jack Kimmell grant from the Canadian Tree Fund, and Carleton University. Events: Sunday May 6: FREE DAY AT THE MUSEUM
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