40 Years of Photographing the North

A man and woman wearing Inuit regalia are facing each other on a rocky coastline while beating large circular drums.

Date: Wednesday, January 22
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Andrea and Charles Bronfman Theatre
Language: Presented in English
Cost: FREE

While living in Nunavut from 1976 - 2005, teacher, author, poet and amateur photographer Nick Newbery visited nearly all communities throughout the North. His archive of work, in particular a vast photo collection recently donated to the Nunavut government, presents an extensively documented view of some of the history and culture of Canada’s North.

The Museum welcomes Nick to speak about his time in the North and highlight several examples from his collection.

Space is limited. Registration is required: https://nicknewbery.eventbrite.ca

Jewish Cultural Art and Objects: Workshop Series

White paper cutting design of four animals in an intricate circle against a black background.

Date: Last Sunday of the month from January - June
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Windsor Foundation Classroom
Language: Presented in English
Cost: Included with Museum Admission

Judaism has a rich tradition of art, craft and sacred objects. In this series, instructor Amy Rubin will explore the symbolism and technique of historic and contemporary works from Jewish traditions around the world, then guide participants in a related artistic exercise. Register for one, or all workshops in the series. Previous art experience not required.

Space is reserved for 15 participants per class. Reservation is required:
https://jewishculturalart.eventbrite.ca

January 26: Jewish Imagery and Symbols
Exercise: Drawing and mark-making

February 23: Jewish Household Objects
Exercise: Meaningful household treasure

March 29: Jewish Illuminated Objects
Exercise: Painting, drawing and Hebrew lettering

April 26: Jewish Embroidery and Textiles
Exercise: Challah cover

May 31: Jewish Paper Cutting
Exercise: Mizrah making

June 28: Portable Spirit
Exercise: Candle making

International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Film Screening: Those Who Remained

Date: Monday, January 27
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Andrea and Charles Bronfman Theatre
Language: Film is in Hungarian with English subtitles.
Cost: Free. Registration is required.

Those Who Remained tells the story of two individuals brought together in the aftermath of the Second World War, and the complex relationship that develops as they try to navigate the world and find happiness.

This special screening for International Holocaust Remembrance Day is presented in partnership with the Atlantic Jewish Council.

Space is limited. Registration is required:
https://thosewhoremained.eventbrite.ca

Watch the trailer:

Exhibition Opening:
Jamaican Nova Scotian Connections

The green, yellow and black flag of Jamaica.

Date: Wednesday, February 5
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Mirella and Lino Saputo Hall
Language: Presented in English
Cost: FREE

Join us for the opening to see the new exhibition, enjoy presentations about the history of the Jamaican community in Nova Scotia, sample Jamaican food and hear musical performances.

Jamaican Nova Scotian Connections: From the Maroons to the Present Day is a Community Presents exhibition by the Jamaican Cultural Association of Nova Scotia. This special exhibition explores the growth and contributions of the oldest Jamaican community in Canada.

Canada’s Storytellers: Esi Edugyan

Date: Tuesday, February 18
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Kenneth C. Rowe Hall
Language: Presented in English
Cost: FREE

In honour of African Heritage Month, we welcome internationally acclaimed Canadian author Esi Edugyan to speak about her experience writing the Giller Prize-winning novel, Washington Black and answer your questions. Book sale and signing to follow.

Space is limited. Registration is required: https://esiedugyan.eventbrite.ca

Teacher Appreciation Weekend

Date: Saturday, February 22 & Sunday, February 23
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Language: Presented in English and French
Cost: FREE Admission for teachers and immediate families. Bring your teacher ID card.

Attention teachers and educators! It’s a whole weekend just for you to explore the Museum and learn more about our curriculum-based education programs. Test out our programs first-hand and enter to win a prize. Coffee, tea and refreshments will be served.

SUPER March Break

Red background with yellow cartoon explosion call-out and cartoon lettering.

Date: Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 20
Time: 10:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
Location: Museum-wide
Language: Presented in English and French
Cost: Included with Museum Admission

Bam! Pow! This year’s March Break at the Museum is a super-hero themed week of music, dance, eating, and activities. Drop in with the kids any day all week for hands-on learning and fun workshops featuring favourite comic book characters, and real life super heroes from our community. Each day is something different! Full schedule to come.

Schedule:

Movement Mornings: Monday - Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

Food Workshops: Monday - Thursday at 1:00 p.m.

Ha!ifax ComedyFest: United Colours of Comedy

Group of different hands touching together in a circle.

Date: Wednesday, April 22
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Kenneth C. Rowe Hall
Language: Presented in English
Cost: FREE. Registration required.

Celebrating diversity at its best and funniest with a stellar line-up of hilarious comics. Featuring Salma Hindy, Joze Piranian, Yumi Nagashima and Ana-Marija Stojic. (Line-up subject to change.)

United Colours of Comedy is presented by the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 in partnership with Ha!ifax ComedyFest.

Core Exhibitions

The Pier 21 Story:

Step into the past and experience what it was like to immigrate to Canada through Pier 21. Hours of Operation >

Canadian Immigration History:

Experience the diverse adventures and vast contributions of newcomers to Canada’s culture, economy and way of life, from past to present day. Hours of Operation >