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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 9 to October 31, 2011
"The First Emperor's Procession"
Join us for the Chinese Garden’s 20th anniversary and admire the 19th edition of the Magic of Lanterns at the Montréal Botanical Garden, on the theme of
“The First Emperor’s Procession”. From September 9 to October 31, stroll through a glittering, colourful exhibition of some 200 new lanterns portraying the first
Chinese Emperor, Qin Shi Huangdi, soldiers, horse-drawn chariots, sections of the Great Wall of China and many musical instruments from that time (gongs, drums and bells)
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Halloween - Great Pumpkin Ball
(Main Exhibition Greenhouse, Auditorium, Reception Centre)
October 6 to 31, 2011
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)
All year
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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Paper Work
(Tree House)
May 15 to October 31, 2011
It can be pressed, crumpled and recycled.
Paper takes shape and comes to life in works of art with surprising shapes and colours. Paper Work… an exhibition and creative workshops sure to enwrapture visitors of all ages at the Tree House.
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Ju Ming
(Arboretum)
Until December 31, 2011
Temporary exhibition featuring a collection of twelve impressive sculptures by Taiwanese artist Ju Ming.
One of these huge bronze pieces, from his Taichi series, may be seen outside the Reception Center. |
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Paper, Beyond Words
(Japanese Garden)
From May 15 to October 31, 2011
Paper plays a tremendous role in Japanese culture, transformed into clothing, dolls, works of art, architectural elements and ritual or everyday objects.
Generations of artisans have made washi, the splendid "Japanese paper" that coexists today with yôshi, or "Western paper".
Both types remain much more than a simple medium for writing.
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China: A World of Paper
(Chinese Garden)
May 15 to October 31, 2011
Paper was invented in China in the second century BC. It can be fragile or very strong, refined or rough, ordinary or exceptional … a material with a thousand uses for the people of the Middle Kingdom.
A fascinating exhibition and activities on the theme of calligraphy and the art of paper cutting. |
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SHARED VISIONS of Quebec Plants
(Biodiversity Centre exhibition room)
June 10, 2011 to January 8, 2012
Scientists collect and study local flora, of course.
But Quebec plants are also delightfully intriguing models for artist Hélène Richard, who paints them in exquisite – almost scientific – detail.
Press release
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Knowledge and Know-how
(First Nations Garden)
May 15 to October 31, 2011
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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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!
* Please note that the Insectarium is closed indefinitely. |
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Once upon a Winter
(Main Exhibition Greenhouse, Reception Center and outdoor site)
December 8, 2011 to January 8, 2012
Escape the holiday whirlwind and enjoy an exhibition all decked out in Christmas colours in the Main Exhibition Greenhouse.
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Animations and Thematic Gardens
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Tea Garden
(Japanese Garden)
May 15 to October 31, 2011
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, 2011
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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