NEXT WEEK at the Canadian Museum of Civilization

NEXT WEEK
at the Canadian Museum of Civilization
February 9 to 15, 2009

Upcoming Activities
Activities are free with Museum admission, unless otherwise indicated.

Discoveries in Egypt
Thursday, February 12
7 p.m. (In English)
Theatre
Tickets: $5
Prominent Egyptologist Dr. Lawrence Berman of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston, will discuss archaeological fieldwork in the Valley of the Kings. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition
Tombs of Eternity: The Afterlife in Ancient Egypt.

Awaken the Artist Within!
Ongoing
Special Exhibitions Gallery C
Draw inspiration from original folk art pieces and create your own unique work of art in the exhibition’s activity space. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition
Heart and Soul: Quebec Folk Art.

2009 Valentine’s Day Ball
For Love, Children, Youth
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Grand Hall
Tickets on sale now
Tickets: $250
All proceeds go to the children’s and youth programs of the Canadian Museum of Civilization and the Canadian War Museum. Dinner and dancing…an enchanting and romantic setting…a memorable Valentine’s Day.
For more information, call 819-7767183.

Canadian Children’s Museum
(Located in the Canadian Museum of Civilization)

Valentine’s Day Treats
Presented as part of the “Kids in the Kitchen” series
Saturday, February 14 and Sunday, February 15
10 and 11 a.m. and 1, 2, and 3 p.m.
It’s Valentine’s Day, and time to give a special treat to someone you love. Make a take-home package filled with yummy treats, while warming up with a heart-y cup of hot chocolate.

Canadian Postal Museum
(Located in the Canadian Museum of Civilization)
Sponsored by Canada Post.

A Unique Love Letter
Saturday February 14 and Sunday, February 15
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m.
Looking to send a love letter to that special someone? Don’t be shy – we’ll help you get your letter ready, including your own special seal.

Media Information:

Chief, Media Relations
Canadian Museum of Civilization
Tel.: 819 776-7167

Media Relations Officer
Canadian Museum of Civilization
Tel.: 819 776-7169

Fax: 819 776-7187