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The Rooms and its collection
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The Rooms is a cultural facility located in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. This facility, which opened its doors to the public in 2005, serves as a hub for the province's cultural and historical artifacts. It houses the Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Provincial Archives of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Provincial Museum of Newfoundland and Labrador. The building's unique architecture is a nod to the simple gable-roofed sheds, known as 'fishing rooms', that were once a common sight in Newfoundland fishing villages.
The Rooms Provincial Art Gallery
The Rooms Provincial Art Gallery is a prominent public gallery in the province, dedicated to the development and exhibition of contemporary art. The gallery, which spans 10,000 square feet, provides ample space for both permanent collections and travelling exhibits. Since its opening in 2005, the gallery has produced an average of 15 exhibitions annually, showcasing a diverse range of art forms from new-media installations to Renaissance printmaking. The gallery also manages several collections, collectively known as the 'Permanent Collections', which comprise over 7,000 works of art, primarily post-1960 Canadian art.
The Provincial Museum at The Rooms
The Provincial Museum, housed within The Rooms, is dedicated to showcasing the natural and cultural history of Newfoundland and Labrador. The museum features a variety of exhibits, including dioramas of the region's animal and plant life, mounted bird displays, and information about the aboriginal people who lived in the area. Other displays delve into the city's British military history, the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary, and the culture and contributions of the area's Irish fishermen. The museum also hosts changing exhibits that focus on other aspects of the province's history, natural history, and culture.
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