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The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is set to kick off the summer season with a special treat for visitors. On Canada Day, Monday, July 1, the museum will offer free general admission, inviting everyone to explore its rich collection without the need for tickets. This initiative marks the start of ROM’s summer programs.

Free Access on Canada Day

To celebrate Canada Day, ROM will grant complimentary access to its permanent galleries and the special exhibition “Quilts: Made in Canada.” Visitors should be prepared for potential wait times due to the high volume of attendees and building capacity limits. All guests are asked to enter through the Weston Entrance along Queen’s Park.

Summer-long Free Main Floor Access

Starting Tuesday, July 2, ROM will offer free access to its main floor throughout the summer. This initiative ensures that more people can experience Ontario’s cultural diversity and artistic excellence. ROM’s summer program, Free Main Floor, includes a variety of performances tied to the museum’s exhibitions, galleries, research, and community initiatives.

Performances and Exhibitions

The summer lineup features notable performers such as Opera Atelier, presenting diverse styles of opera and classical music, Scott Jackson, an internationally acclaimed master of sound and ceremony, and My Pop Choir, known for blending the joy of music with the power of community. Visitors can enjoy daily performances in the Samuel Hall Currelly Gallery and outdoor weekend shows every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, thanks to support from The Schmidt Family.

Extended Summer Hours

In addition to these programs, ROM will be open seven days a week starting July 2, with Monday access added for the summer months. The museum will operate daily from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm, with the last admission at 5:00 pm.

Explore ROM’s Rich Collections For Free

Included with the Free Main Floor access, guests can explore various museum spaces, such as:

  • The Daphne Cockwell Gallery dedicated to First Peoples art & culture
  • The Gallery of Korea
  • The Gallery of Chinese Architecture
  • The Bishop White Gallery of Chinese Temple Art
  • The Matthews Family Court of Chinese Sculpture
  • The Joey and Toby Tanenbaum Gallery of China

About the Royal Ontario Museum

The Royal Ontario Museum, one of the largest museums in North America, is renowned for its extensive collections and groundbreaking research in art, culture, and nature. Established in 1914, ROM houses over six million artifacts and specimens, offering diverse exhibitions that attract visitors from around the globe. The museum’s mission is to inspire wonder and promote an understanding of our world through its rich collections and innovative programs.

Also Free on Canada Day

And if you’ll be hungry after visiting the ROM, this Canada Day, Mandarin Restaurant is offering a complimentary buffet meal at all of their 30 locations across Ontario on July 1st. The event will run from 12:00 noon until 8:00 p.m., operating on a first-come, first-served basis.