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Events and Family Activities | Exhibitions
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Fall Activities (pdf format)
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The Magic of Lanterns
(Chinese Garden)
September 11 to November 1, 2009
«Chinese Skies»
The World Year of Astronomy is the perfect time for the Chinese Garden to put on a show based on the starry skies … Chinese style!
Come see how people interpreted the sky in the Middle Kingdom, the instruments they used and the fabulous creatures they saw in the heavens.
The Planetarium also invites you to join its staff and amateur astronomers for some stargazing from September 17 to October 29, on
Thursday from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
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Halloween - Great Pumpkin Ball
(Main Exhibition Greenhouse, Auditorium, Reception Centre)
October 2 to November 1, 2009
It's a pumpkin party! See Pépo the pumpkin, back in an all-new play for ages 4 to 8, meet Esmeralda the friendly witch and learn her magic spells, and take part in our pumpkin-decorating contest.
Reservations required for groups: 514 872-1823 |
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Under the Cuban Sun with Marie-Victorin
(Temporary exhibition space)
From December 5, 2008
Cuban ecology and flora: learn about Brother Marie-Victorin's contribution and the modern-day wealth of the country's natural heritage.
A fascinating look at the island and the Botanical Garden's founder. |
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Forest Kaleidoscope New!
(Tree House)
From January 31 to November 1, 2009
Explore the "indoor woods" at the Tree House with this fascinating exhibition designed to appeal to the whole family.
Have fun while learning all about the plants and animals that live in the forest,
forestry practices, ecotourism and the threats facing our green spaces. |
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Knowledge and Know-how
(First Nations Garden)
May 15 to November 1, 2009
Guided tours, cultural activities, performances and demonstrations of Native handicrafts.
An introduction to knowledge and know-how both ancient and modern. |
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Lacquer, Precious Resin
(Japanese Pavilion)
May 15 to November 1, 2009
Lacquer is a substance with astounding properties collected from trees using traditional techniques, and applied to both utilitarian and decorative objects. Lacquerware exists in many countries, but in Japan this art has reached truly remarkable levels of refinement, a tribute to the finesse of Japanese esthetics.
The exhibition invites visitors to learn all about lacquer – how it is collected, processed and used – and to admire a superb collection of pieces made by members of the Japan Urushi Art and Craft Association.
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The Mighty Soybean
(Chinese Garden)
May 15 to November 1, 2009
Soybeans, native to China and one of the Chinese "grains of life", have had a profound influence on that country's culture. Learn about their history,
their countless uses and their importance in Chinese daily life. You'll be amazed by their versatility. |
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Busy Bodies
(Insectarium)
All year
Ants, bees, termites … many insects live in organized groups in which each member has a well-defined role that helps preserve the species. Learn about their community life and see some truly ingenious social models.
It's an exhibition crawling with life! |
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So many tales Insects in human cultures
(Insectarium)
From May 15, 2008
This exhibition was produced using items and specimens collected from around the globe.
It pays tribute to the many intimate bonds, ancient and modern, between insects and humankind. Prepare to be surprised!
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Christmas at the Garden
(Main Exhibition Greenhouse)
December 4, 2009 to January 3, 2010
Since 1956, the Botanical Garden's artisans create colourful backgrounds to celebrate the holiday season.
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Animations and Thematic Gardens
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Tea Garden
(Japanese Garden)
May 15 to October 31, 2009
This tiny garden is a place devoted to beauty and serenity, whose traditional purpose is to allow guests to shed their
worldly cares as they prepare for the tea ceremony (access only with guided tours). |
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The Pond
(Tree House)
May 15 to October 31, 2009
The paths, interpretation panels and visitor activities will help you better understand and appreciate this native habitat. |
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Fall Colours in the Arboretum
(Arboretum)
The Arboretum's trees are ablaze with colour throughout the fall.
We suggest a fall colours walking tour through six of the Arboretum's collections.
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