Lifelong Learners at the Canadian War MuseumOttawa, Ontario, November 1, 2007 - Join Canadian War Museum experts for a special day of tours and discussions focused on the theme of women and war as part of our Lifelong Learners program for adults.
Begin your day with Dr. Laura Brandon and explore the Museum's unparalleled collection of war art. Learn how women were portrayed through art in wartime, see the work of women war artists, and explore the Museum's War Brides exhibit for an evocative installation of paintings, photos and objects that relay the life-changing experiences of some of the 44,000 women who came to Canada at the end of the Second World War as war brides.
Next, join Dr. Amber Lloydlangston as she explores women's roles and experiences during the Second World War. From a Sweetheart Pin to a Mae West life jacket, from a photograph of Veronica the Bren Gun Girl to the uniforms of the women's divisions, discover women's roles and their portrayal during wartime.
Developed as part of the Canadian War Museum's Building Knowledge series, this session is presented in conjunction with War Brides: Portraits of an Era, an exhibition organized by the Canadian War Museum in collaboration with Bev Tosh.
WHAT: Lifelong Learners
WHERE: Ateliers, Canadian War Museum
WHEN: Tuesday, Nov.13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in French; Tuesday, Nov.20 from 9a.m. to 2 p.m., in English
COST: $20 (includes light lunch)
To take part in this full-day workshop, please confirm your participation by contacting the Canadian War Museum's call centre at 819 776-8600.
Information (media):
Christina Selin
Manager, Communications
Canadian War Museum
Telephone: 819 776-8607
E-mail: mailto:christina.selin@warmuseum.ca
Pierre Leduc
Media Relations Officer
Canadian War Museum
Telephone: 819 776-8608
E-mail: mailto:pierre.leduc@warmuseum.ca
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