Family Storytelling Circles

About the Tours

From December 27-29 the whole family is invited to stop by the McMichael for a Storytelling Circle that explores a different exhibition and theme each day at 11:30 am. Our expert storytellers will regale you with tales of creativity and wonder that will transport you inside the artist’s mind and to the outer reaches of your own imagination. Follow it up with a cozy hot chocolate from CABIN and a walk on the trails!

The Storytelling Circles are approximately 45 minutes in length and are free with gallery admission.

No registration required. Available on a first come, first served basis. 

Storytelling Circles Dates and Themes


Storytelling Circle: Palm Reading

Wednesday December 27
11:30 am
at the Grand Hall
All Ages
Drop in. Free with gallery admission

This in-Gallery interactive session will focus on the art of Moridja Kitenge Banza in relation to the concept of abstraction in art. Participants will look at abstract works on view at the McMichael, discuss their meaning, and discover the stories behind the artwork .


Storytelling Circle: Weathering in Algonquin

Thursday December 28
11:30 am
at the Grand Hall
All Ages
Drop in. Free with gallery admission

Tom Thomson, one of the most iconic Canadian artists, spent the last few years of his life in Algonquin Park documenting the progress of seasons from early spring to late fall. Discover some of Thomson’s best known seasonal paintings and learn more about the artist’s life through stories and anecdotes.

painting of human figures and animal images in bright blue, orange, brown and white

Storytelling Circle: Copper Thunderbird

Friday December 29
11:30 am
at the Grand Hall
All Ages
Drop in. Free with gallery admission

Explore the paintings and life of Norval Morrisseau, founder of the Woodland School of art, through this interactive storytelling session that will introduce you to Copper Thunderbird and friends.

Details

Start:
December 27, 2023
End:
December 29, 2023
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