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Ceratopsian
Diabloceratops eatoni 2002
Diabloceratops eatoni was discovered in 2002 in Utah’s Wahweap Formation during a paleontological survey. Extracting and preparing its skull took years, with volunteers and experts working to free it from sandstone. Despite some missing parts, the skull was well-preserved and later reconstructed. Its study helped clarify ceratopsian evolution and placement.
Artifact Skull

Geography:

USA, Utah (Wahweap Formation)

Dimensions:

N/A

Taxonomy:

  • Kingdom: Animalia
  • Phylum: Chordata
  • Class: Reptilia
  • Order: Ornithischia
  • Family: Ceratopsidae
  • Genus: Diabloceratops
  • Specific Epithet: eatoni

Location:

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The Group of Seven
Painting
North Shore, Lake Superior
- Lawren Harris (1926)
This iconic painting by Lawren Harris, a founding member of the Group of Seven, captures the vast and rugged beauty of Canada's landscapes. Inspired by the northern wilderness, Harris used bold colors and simplified forms to evoke a sense of solitude and grandeur. The painting is housed at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) and remains a defining piece of Canadian art history.
North Shore, Lake Superior by Lawren Harris

Geography:

Canada, Ontario (Lake Superior Region)

Dimensions:

102 x 128 cm

Taxonomy:

  • Medium: Oil on Canvas
  • Artist: Lawren Harris
  • Art Movement: Group of Seven

Location:

Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto

Haudenosaunee
Wampum Belt
Two Row Wampum (Kaswentha)
– 17th Century
The Two Row Wampum belt is one of the most significant Indigenous artifacts in Canada. Made by the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, it represents an agreement between Indigenous peoples and European settlers. The parallel rows of purple and white shells symbolize mutual respect and non-interference between the two cultures. It is displayed at the Canadian Museum of History in Ontario.
Two Row Wampum Belt

Geography:

Canada, Ontario (Haudenosaunee territory)

Dimensions:

N/A

Taxonomy:

  • Material: Shells, beads, leather
  • Culture: Haudenosaunee Confederacy

Location:

Canadian Museum of History, Ontario

Parasaurolophus
Walkeri Fossil
Fossilized Dinosaur Skull - 1920
The Parasaurolophus Walkeri is a duck-billed dinosaur whose skull was first discovered in Alberta, but an important fossil is exhibited at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). This dinosaur is known for its distinctive long, curved crest, thought to be used for communication or thermoregulation. It lived during the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 75 million years ago.
Parasaurolophus Walkeri Skull

Geography:

Canada, Alberta (Fossil origin), Ontario (Exhibit)

Dimensions:

N/A

Taxonomy:

  • Kingdom: Animalia
  • Phylum: Chordata
  • Class: Reptilia
  • Order: Ornithischia
  • Family: Hadrosauridae
  • Genus: Parasaurolophus
  • Species: Walkeri

Location:

Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto

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History and Highlights
Of Ontario Museums
Early Art Collections
- 19th/Early 20th Century
The Rise of Canadian Art
- Mid 20th Century
Canadian Identity in Art
- 1950s to 1970s
Global Influence
- 1980s to 2000s
New Art Age
- 2000s to Present

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  • Ontario Art Gallery

    Discover iconic artwork and exhibitions celebrating Ontario's rich cultural heritage. Explore diverse collections at the heart of the city.

    Highlights:

    • Diverse collections
    • Textile Museum
    • Interactive exhibits
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  • Royal Ontario Museum

    The ROM houses over 13 million artifacts, showcasing art, world cultures, and natural history.

    Highlights:

    • Ancient Egypt exhibits
    • Indigenous art
    • Fossil collections
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  • The Museum of Inuit Art

    Explore Inuit culture and history through extraordinary art and artifacts.

    Highlights:

    • Inuit sculptures
    • Textile exhibitions
    • Interactive workshops
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  • Ontario Science Centre

    Explore interactive exhibits on science, technology, and the environment.

    Highlights:

    • Space exploration
    • Human body exhibit
    • Hands-on science experiments
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  • Aga Khan Museum

    Discover the rich history of Islamic art, culture, and heritage through an impressive collection of artifacts, paintings, and architectural wonders from across the Islamic world.

    Highlights:

    • Islamic art collections
    • Architectural masterpieces
    • Historical exhibitions
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  • McMichael Canadian Art Collection

    Explore thousands of works of art from iconic Canadian artists ranging from classical to contemporary.

    Highlights:

    • Group of Seven works
    • Indigenous and modern art
    • Outdoor sculptures
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  • Canadian Automotive Museum

    Explore Canada's automotive heritage at this unique museum, featuring a collection of vintage cars, trucks, and automotive memorabilia.

    Highlights:

    • Classic and vintage car collections
    • History of Canadian automotive industry
    • Interactive exhibits on car restoration
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