Toronto - Royal Ontario Museum

 
The natural history section concentrates primarily on the evolution of life on earth. Among its highlights are a superb display of dinosaur skeletons and a series of fascinating wildlife dioramas (including some featuring mammals native to Ontario).

Also of great interest are the museum's gem collection and the sections devoted to the pre- and early history of Ontario (with e.g. Indian rock drawings) and the period since the arrival of the first Europeans.

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Then there are the exhibitions on the Mediterranean World (including the civilizations of ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome) and European decorative crafts since the 17th c., each occupying several rooms. Many rewarding hours could be spent just looking round the wonderfully comprehensive textiles section and the small collection of musical instruments!

The Royal Ontario Museum is one of Toronto's most renowned attractions, with a strong collection representing both art and science. The building underwent renovations and a major expansion project that was completed in 2007. The Michael Lee-Chin Crystal, a modern glass extension, was added on to this very traditional building creating a strong achritectural contrast.

The museum presents a variety of themed galleries that include World Culture Galleries, Natural History Galleries, Hands-on Galleries, and Exhibitions Spaces, with special exhibitions held regularly.
Things to See

Read More Ancient Egypt

Read More Bat Cave

Read More Birds Gallery

Read More Canadian Heritage Floor

Read More Dinosaur Gallery

Read More Discovery Gallery

Read More East Asia Galleries

Read More Gallery of Evolution

Read More Gallery of Korean Art

Read More Greeks and Etruscans

Read More Hands-on Biodiversity

Read More Heritage Gallery of Canada's People's

Read More Imperial Rome

Read More Inco Limited Gallery of Earth Sciences

Read More Islamic Civilization Gallery

Read More Late Empire Gallery

Read More Life Sciences and Palaeontology

Read More Mammals

Read More Mediterranean World Galleries

Read More Nubia Gallery

Read More Ontario Archaeology Gallery

Read More ROM Reproductions Shop

Read More Roloff Beny Gallery

Read More Samuel European Galleries

Read More Samuel Hall Currelly Gallery

Read More Samuel J. and Ayala Zacks Gallery of Mesopotamia and Ancient Iran

Read More Sigmund Samuel Canadiana Gallery

Read More T. T. Tsui Galleries of Chinese Art

Read More The Joey & Toby Tanenbaum Gallery of Byzantine Art

Hours:
10am-5:30pm; Fri: 10am-8:30pm
Always closed on: Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips: Admission is half price on Fridays starting at 4:30pm. Admission is free on Wednesdays from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.
Discount: Wednesday, Friday
Parking: None
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities: Gift shop, Wheelchair loan or rental

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The dramatic architecture of the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto.The dramatic architecture of the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto.
The new Michael Lee-Chin Crystal extension on the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto.The new Michael Lee-Chin Crystal extension on the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto.
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