Remembrance Week at the Canadian War Museum
Ottawa, Ontario, November 2, 2005 – Join us for a week of remembrance at The Canadian War Museum and learn more about the sacrifices made by those who have served and continue to serve our country during times of war, conflict and peace.
Remembrance Week events include:
November 2 to 13
Till We Meet Again
Presented by Theatre Panache
Location: Barney Danson Theatre
A new Canadian musical about hope, courage, heroism and perseverance in the face of adversity. With nearly 30 musical numbers, Till We Meet Again authentically re-creates a Second World War radio variety show, “Music of the Stars”. In English with occasional French segments. Call the Museum Box Office for tickets and show times: (819) 776-8600. For more information, visit http://www.tillwemeetagain.ca
November 5
The Memory Project Road Show
An initiative of the Dominion Institute
Location and time: Lobby, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join veterans, youth, archivists, historians and community members to witness the digitization of the oral histories and personal memorabilia of veterans living in Ontario. The Museum is hosting the Road Show’s final event. For more information, visit http://www.thememoryproject.com
November 8 to 12
Remembrance Week Mosaic Mural
Presented with the War Story Collective and Human Mozaik
Location and time: Lobby, all day
The stunning mural in the Lobby is the result of collaboration between child artists, responding to the stories of war and conflict during their visits to the Museum this summer, and the digital art of local artist Jean René and the War Story Collective. The final image is based on a First World War Canadian propaganda poster.
November 11 – Remembrance Day – Free admission!
Memorial Hall
Location and time: Memorial Hall and Lobby, 11:00 a.m.
At 11 a.m., via a large-screen display, see a beam of sunlight refracting through a single window onto the headstone of the Unknown Soldier (weather permitting), and remember the sacrifices made by those who have served and continue to serve our country. The Museum will observe two minutes of silence at this time.
Musical Performances
Location and time: LeBreton Gallery, 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Enjoy music for remembrance as well as a medley of wartime tunes, commemorating the end of the Second World War. Performances by local musical groups, to be confirmed.
Wartime Memories – Readings
Location and times: Military History Research Centre, 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. in English, 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. in French
Listen in to the thoughts and feelings of Canadians as they experienced war on the battlefield and at home. Readings of letters and journals from the Museum’s collections are approximately 20 minutes in duration.
“In Flanders Fields” – A special event for youth
Location and time: Military History Research Centre, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
You know the poem, but do you know the story behind it? Award-winning Canadian author Linda Granfield uses her books, artifacts, images and sounds to reveal the meaning of “In Flanders Fields”. This hour-long event is intended for younger visitors and their adult friends.
Witnesses to History
Location and time: Galleries 3, 4 and LeBreton Gallery, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Visit the permanent exhibition and meet the men and women who experienced war first-hand. Listen to the stories of veterans of the Second World War, the Korean War, and other conflicts and peace support missions.
Speak your Mind
Location and time: Lobby, all day
Share your thoughts on war, peace and remembrance. Your comments and wishes will be sent to political leaders, activists and members of the Canadian Forces.
Gallery Animation
Location and time: Canadian Experience Galleries, all day
Throughout the exhibitions, participate in workshops and demonstrations highlighting the experience of ordinary Canadians in wartime.
Ongoing
Royal Canadian Legion Poster Winners
Location and time: Atelier corridor, all day
Every year, the Royal Canadian Legion sponsors a Remembrance-themed poster and essay contest for students across Canada. The Museum honours the national winners, from grades 1 through 12, with a special display of their artwork.
Information (media) :
Christina Selin
Senior Media Relations Officer
Canadian War Museum
Telephone: (819) 776-8607
E-mail: mailto:christina.selin@warmuseum.ca
Pierre Leduc
Communications Officer
Canadian War Museum
Phone: (819) 776-8608
E-mail: mailto:pierre.leduc@warmuseum.ca
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