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First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum

July 5, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A photograph on a red background of two adults and three children sitting and standing together around a table with inlaid display cases. Two of the children listen to audio features expanding on the exhibit. Text reads, "First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum".

The Manitoba Museum is excited to partner with Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries to present our First Fridays programming! Join us on the First Friday of every month from 4 pm to 9 pm for free general admission to our three core attractions – the Museum Galleries, Planetarium, and Science Gallery. No ticket is required for First Friday programming unless otherwise specified.

Proudly supported by:

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Check back monthly for upcoming special programming!

Friday, April 4:

CSI: The World’s Oldest Heritage Science Lab

Auditorium, lower level – 6:30 pm to 7:15 pm

Formal headshot of a smiling man wearing a suit jacket and a light-coloured collared shirt with the top button undone. He has greying hair and dark-framed glasses.How do you spot a fake? Stefan Simon, director of the Rathgen Research Laboratory, takes you inside the world of art crime—where science meets mystery. From infamous forgeries by Wolfgang Beltracchi to the daring Gotha heist, discover how experts uncover the truth behind stolen and forged masterpieces.

 

 

 

 

 

LAST CHANCE! Manidoo Miinniigooizowin, A Gift from the Creator

Discovery Room & Welcome Gallery – 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm

promo image for exhibit 'Manidoo Miiniigooizowin: A Gift from the Creator'. On a red background to the left, below a large "25" with floral patterning, is the title of the exhibit and text reading "Southern Chiefs' Organization 25th Anniversary Exhibit", followed by the Southern Chiefs' Organization and Manitoba Museum logos. On the right is a moccasin boot with floral beading on the upper foot and around the top cuff.

Featuring objects representing the 34 Southern Chiefs’ Organization member Nations, this exhibition is a celebration of the past, present, and future. The objects on display exemplify the beauty and resilience of the Anishinaabe and Dakota peoples and celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization. This exhibit will be closing Sunday, April 6.

 

 

 

 

 

360° of Fun with Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries

Welcome Gallery – 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Lights, Camera, Action! Capture your Museum memories at the MBLL 360° photobooth located in the Welcome Gallery. Showcase your best dance moves, silly poses, or thrilling actions, as a state of the art 360° photobooth captures every angle of fun!

 

 

Guest Scientists: Living Laboratory 

Earth History Gallery – 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm 

A student researcher going through a study activity with a child in the Explore Science Zone.Have you ever wondered how children’s minds work? Visit University of Manitoba researchers at their Living Laboratory in the Earth History Gallery. The Living Laboratory is an educational research experience where visitors of all ages can learn about the development of the human mind by participating in fun hands-on research studies and games.

 

 

 

 

 

Science Gallery – See Your Brain in Action!

Explore Science Zone – 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm

What happens in your brain when you learn to read or to solve math problems?  

How does your brain change as you learn?  

Can brain research help us unlock better ways to support children’s learning and emotional growth?  

Visit researchers from the University of Winnipeg’s Center for Cognitive Neuroscience to see live demonstrations of the brain imaging equipment used to study the developing brain.

 

 

Planetarium

Planetarium, 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm

The exterior of the Planetarium dome in front of a starry night sky.

Sky Stories – Discover the stories in the stars: constellations, planets, and more!

Shows run every half hour beginning at 4:30 pm. Last show at 8:30 pm.

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Date:
July 5, 2024
Time:
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Series:
First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum
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