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Maximum Cost per student Activity Title Clientele Date number (taxes included) FIRST PEOPLES RENDEZVOUS FOR TEACHERS PRESCHOOL ELEMENTARY SECONDARY RENDEZVOUS Contact with History Until Cycle 2 60 $7.50 120 minutes January 22, 2017 PRESCHOOL / ELEMENTARY / SECONDARY / EDUCATION BEHIND THE SCENES WITH LEARNING WELCOME CLASS From the Country to the City: Until 120 MINUTES Cycle 3 60 $7.50 1920 to 1905 120 min January 22, 2017 2016-2017 EDUCATIONAL THE RHYTHMS OF FIRST PEOPLES Future teachers as well as those in continuing Montreal Soundscape Until 120 MINUTES Cycle 3 X 60 $6.50 education are invited behind the scenes of the 90 minutes January 22, 2017 ACTIVITIES PROGRAM The cultures and traditional knowledge of First McCord Museum’s education service to explore its pedagogical potential. The objects in the Fun with Objects Until Peoples have been passed from one generation to X 60 $7.50 DAYCARE the next and are still alive today. Students discover collection are valuable resources for developing 120 minutes January 22, 2017 historical thinking in students. This activity the links between the past and present through See and Hear a Story December 2, 2016 PRESCHOOL, ELEMENTARY X X 30 $6.50 the garments and accessories in the exhibition unveils the possibilities for interpreting history 90 minutes to March 12, 2017 AND SECONDARY SCHOOL Wearing our Identity – The First Peoples Collection. through a visit to the Museum. Notman, A Visionary November 4, 2016 ACTIVITIES Cycle 3 X 60 $7.50 Two options are offered, depending on Photographer 120 minutes to March 26, 2017 the availability of rooms: Le quartier de la maison 1 Artists introduce students to the music and dance Notman 90 minutes Cycle 3 X 60 $6.50 Full Year of Aboriginal cultures. 11 14 or November 4, 2016 Notman One-Day Package Cycle 3 X 60 $12.00 to March 26, 2017 2 Students learn about the traditional knowledge common to the First Peoples culture. The Golden Square Mile, Sept. to Nov. 2016 Cycle 3 X 60 $7.50 RENDEZVOUS ACROSS GENERATIONS Yesterday and Today 120 min April to June 2017 The Rhythms of First Peoples 120 minutes X X X 60 $7.50 Full Year ELEMENTARY, CYCLE 3 / SECONDARY SECONDARY Inuit – Ancestral Knowledge Cycle 3 X 60 $7.50 Full Year INUIT – ANCESTRAL KNOWLEDGE VOLUNTEERING – SHARING 120 minutes 120 MINUTES OUR MEMORIES, OUR STORIES Education Behind Package Teachers 60 Full Year The rich and complex culture of these people Twenty hours of volunteering twice a year. the Scenes 120 minutes $150.00 has flourished for more than 4,000 years in Training offered by the Museum in September and January. McCord-Grévin Package X X 120 $17.00 Full Year the Canadian Arctic. Their carefully made tools Many studies show that volunteering has a positive and garments reveal the ingenuity of the Inuit effect on the psychosocial development of adolescents Archives au pluriel Secondary and their way of life in a harsh climate. They draw Free Full Year and their sense of community. After a period of training In class 4 and 5 on their ancestors’ knowledge while continuing at the Museum, secondary school students visit to evolve in the modern world. The shapes, designs nursing homes or hospitals to meet elderly people Wearing our Identity – and motifs they use reaffirm their ancestral beliefs. My Activity Kit* X X - $40.00 Full Year and create bonds around historical objects. 15 In class

* The activity kit contains material for a class of 25 students and can be picked up at the time of your visit. THE TOURS ARE ADAPTED TO THE VARIOUS ACADEMIC LEVELS OF THE STUDENTS. To obtain more information or to register, please In collaboration with In the workshop, students make a print contact Sophie Viennot at 514-861-6701, ext. 2258 TO MAKE A RESERVATION, PLEASE After making your reservation, you will receive confirmation 12 inspired by Inuit engravings. or [email protected] PREPARE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: by email. Please acknowledge receipt to confirm the time of your visit and the number of participants. 1 The title of the activity chosen. To ensure the visit goes smoothly, set aside enough time RENDEZVOUS FOR CHILDREN IN DAYCARE 2 Three possible dates to facilitate for the cloakroom, snacks and washroom breaks. the reservation process. Please plan to have one accompanying adult for every 3 Preferred time for your tour, the number of 15 students. He or she will be admitted free of charge. SCHOOL DAYCARE SERVICES students, the level and cycle of your group An area to eat lunch is available and can be reserved at and the language in which you would like a cost of $50. Choose from our range of entertaining activities. the tour to be conducted. Children can learn while having fun on school 4 Complete contact information for your CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS holidays and pedagogical days. We offer tours, school, including an email address so Unless you notify us of changes 48 hours before the date treasure hunts and creative workshops, and we can we can confirm your visit. of your activity, you will be charged for the number of combine activities to accommodate your group. participants indicated in your reservation. 5 Special needs requiring particular attention (deafness, mobility impairment, attention deficit, etc.). METHODS OF PAYMENT Fees are payable in cash or by cheque the day of the activity [email protected] at the Museum admissions desk. Please make your cheque 514-861-6701, EXT. 2234 out to the McCord Museum. Fees may also be invoiced.

This program has been made possible through the support of the McCord Museum Sugar Ball Committee PHOTO CREDITS and financial assistance from Cover and 12: © Delphine Delair | 2, 3, 13 and 16: © Elias Touil | 4, 5, 8, 9, 11 and 15: © McCord Museum Contact us at 514-861-6701, ext. 2234, or email us 1 : Child tea set, Noritake, 1920s, gift of Elizabeth Sifton, M2008.45.1.1-9 © McCord Museum at [email protected]. 6 : William Notman/Eugène L’Africain, Red Cap Snow Shoe Club, Halifax, N.S., 1888, composite photograph, original paste-up, gift of Alice Lithgow MacDonald, N-0000.77 © McCord Museum 16 7 : Notman & Sandham, William Notman’s house, rear view, Sherbrooke Street, Montreal, 1881, II-61820 © McCord Museum Places are limited, so reserve early! 10 : Wm. Notman & Son, View of the harbour, looking east, Montreal, 1884, VIEW-1332 © McCord Museum McCORD MUSEUM | 690 SHERBROOKE STREET WEST | 514-861-6701 | McGILL | MCCORD-MUSEUM.QC.CA 14 : Wm. Notman & Son, Classroom, Longueuil College, 1911, VIEW-11357 © McCord Museum 13 RENDEZVOUS WITH HISTORY MONTREAL IN THE 19th CENTURY FOR THE CLASSROOM

ELEMENTARY, CYCLE 2 PRIMARY / SECONDARY / WELCOME CLASS FOR THE CLASSROOM WE UNDERSTAND HISTORY BY LOOKING BACK CHANCE!LAST NEW! ON THE PAST FROM THE PRESENT. CONTACT WITH HISTORY NOTMAN, A VISIONARY PHOTOGRAPHER WEARING OUR IDENTITY – UNTIL JANUARY 22 FROM NOVEMBER 4 TO MARCH 26 MY ACTIVITY KIT 120 MINUTES 120 MINUTES A MIRROR OF A CITY THAT IS OPEN TO THE WORLD, To pursue further the study of First Peoples Deep under the ground in Montreal lie traces Students are introduced to William Notman (1826-1891), in the classroom, you can obtain a kit that THE McCORD MUSEUM ENGAGES VISITORS of an Iroquoian village. Could it be Hochelaga as one of Canada’s most important photographers contains teaching materials on Aboriginal described by Jacques Cartier? In the exhibition of the 19th century. During the visit, they discover know-how as well as the instructions AND OFFERS PROGRAMMING DISTINGUISHED BY Montreal – Points of View, students learn how his contemporary approach to photography, founded and materials for three activities: beading ITS CONTEMPORARY APPROACH, IN LINE WITH the Corn People and the People of the Birch lived. on the principles of communication, management a bracelet, designing a button blanket By analyzing archeological remains and historic and innovation. Glass plate negatives, prints from and a memory game. THE NEEDS AND INTERESTS OF STUDENTS AND artefacts, they discover how Montreal was a place the period, stereoscopic shots (the 3D of the time), THEIR TEACHERS. of trade and contact between Aboriginal and and painted and composite photos illustrate various European societies. aspects of life in Quebec and Canada during the second half of the 19th century. Order your kit by phone at 514-861-6701, In the workshop, students make clay pots During the workshop, students create a modern ext. 2234, and bring the richness and vitality in the Iroquoian tradition. 3 version of the composite photo, digital storytelling. 6 of Aboriginal culture to your classroom. 9 FUN WITH OBJECTS

NEW! ELEMENTARY / WELCOME CLASS ELEMENTARY, CYCLE 3 ELEMENTARY, CYCLE 3 / SECONDARY SECONDARY, CYCLE 2 CHANCE!LAST CHANCE!LAST NEW! FUN WITH OBJECTS FROM THE COUNTRY TO THE CITY: THE NOTMAN HOUSE NEIGHBOURHOOD ARCHIVES AU PLURIEL : 1 A preparatory workshop led by the teacher. UNTIL JANUARY 22 1820 TO 1905 YEAR-ROUND, 90 MINUTES LE MONTRÉAL DE 1914-1918 120 MINUTES UNTIL JANUARY 22 2 This activity is led by a Museum As part of the opening of the exhibition Notman, 120 MINUTES To mark the 100th anniversary of the First World guide and consists of a multimedia A Visionary Photographer, the Museum is offering a tour Budding historians have fun with history in War, the Museum is offering a special activity in production that draws on textual of the Milton Park district, where students will discover the exhibition Montreal – Points of View. Who lived in the countryside surrounding Montreal schools. The aim is to raise awareness among archives and iconographic documents the area’s architectural heritage and see Notman House, They choose a favourite object in the exhibition in 1820? How did they live, and what brought their students about the issues involved in the Great from the Museum’s collections and located at 51 Sherbrooke Street West. The students and create an imaginary historical narrative. children and grandchildren to Montreal around 1905? War and stimulate critical thinking through the the City of Montreal as well as on will learn how the neighbourhood’s magnificent homes Then, they unravel fact from fiction with The students lead an investigation into population analysis of archival documents. an analysis of historical sources. the help of a guide. The visit introduces history migration and industrial development in the city. have been used over the years and the importance to students while enhancing the experience Their task is to link objects to characters they meet. of appreciating and preserving historic buildings. The project encourages the use of primary sources 3 Activities that aim to enhance of each child. for their potential to inform and engage teens. students’ skills in both French ONE-DAY NOTMAN PACKAGE It also allows students to examine social realities and visual arts. in their historical context. In the workshop, young investigators locate This outdoor tour can be combined with a visit In the workshop, the students the places on an old city map where characters of the exhibition Notman, A Visionary Photographer WE ARE ABLE TO OFFER THIS ACTIVITY FREE OF CHARGE TO SECONDARY scrapbook their stories. 1 from different social classes lived. 4 as part of a one-day package. 7 SCHOOL STUDENTS THANKS TO THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA. RENDEZVOUS ONLINE

PRESCHOOL, ELEMENTARY / WELCOME CLASS ELEMENTARY, CYCLE 3 / SECONDARY / WELCOME CLASS ELEMENTARY, CYCLE 3 / SECONDARY LES RENDEZ-VOUS CHANCE!LAST LES RENDEZ-VOUS NEW! DU MUSÉE McCORD 2.0 SEE AND HEAR A STORY: MONTREAL SOUNDSCAPE THE GOLDEN SQUARE MILE, ALFRED’S ADVENTURES UNTIL JANUARY 22 YESTERDAY AND TODAY These videos and exercises offer primary school FROM DECEMBER 2 TO MARCH 12 120 MINUTES SEPTEMBER TO NOVEMBER AND APRIL TO JUNE students a unique opportunity to discover the 90 MINUTES 120 MINUTES traditions and customs of Quebec and Canada. This audio game for tablet takes students on a search It can serve as a dynamic tool in the teaching Children will be delighted by the beautiful toys for objects in Montreal – Points of View following Students visit the Golden Square Mile of French and social studies. clues drawn from the sounds of the city. Selections they’ll see from the Museum’s collection while accompanied by a guide and equipped with MCCORD-MUSEUM.QC.CA/RENDEZ-VOUS musician and storyteller Suzanne De Serres of music, poetry and theatre help them answer riddles. a tablet and the MTL Urban Museum application. immerses them in the world of Alfred, a little Each correct answer produces a piece of the puzzle, During their tour of the area’s architecture, teddy bear trying to find his way home. with the full image revealed at the end of the game. they discover the sumptuous mansions built by This new way to view an exhibition allows students influential figures of the 19th and 20th centuries. to have fun while discovering the city’s history. THIS TOUR TAKES PLACE OUTDOORS Visit the Museum’s Website. You’ll find In the workshop, preschool children make finger more than 139,000 images that allow you puppets, and elementary school children create In the workshop, students use pictures to create In the workshop, students create a to discover various themes in our history. 2 5 8 a story combining words and music. a timeline of the sounds heard during the tour. photomontage where past meets present. MCCORD-MUSEUM.QC.CA 10 Maximum Cost per student Activity Title Clientele Date number (taxes included) FIRST PEOPLES RENDEZVOUS FOR TEACHERS PRESCHOOL ELEMENTARY SECONDARY RENDEZVOUS Contact with History Until Cycle 2 60 $7.50 120 minutes January 22, 2017 PRESCHOOL / ELEMENTARY / SECONDARY / EDUCATION BEHIND THE SCENES WITH LEARNING WELCOME CLASS From the Country to the City: Until 120 MINUTES Cycle 3 60 $7.50 1920 to 1905 120 min January 22, 2017 2016-2017 EDUCATIONAL THE RHYTHMS OF FIRST PEOPLES Future teachers as well as those in continuing Montreal Soundscape Until 120 MINUTES Cycle 3 X 60 $6.50 education are invited behind the scenes of the 90 minutes January 22, 2017 ACTIVITIES PROGRAM The cultures and traditional knowledge of First McCord Museum’s education service to explore its pedagogical potential. The objects in the Fun with Objects Until Peoples have been passed from one generation to X 60 $7.50 DAYCARE the next and are still alive today. Students discover collection are valuable resources for developing 120 minutes January 22, 2017 historical thinking in students. This activity the links between the past and present through See and Hear a Story December 2, 2016 PRESCHOOL, ELEMENTARY X X 30 $6.50 the garments and accessories in the exhibition unveils the possibilities for interpreting history 90 minutes to March 12, 2017 AND SECONDARY SCHOOL Wearing our Identity – The First Peoples Collection. through a visit to the Museum. Notman, A Visionary November 4, 2016 ACTIVITIES Cycle 3 X 60 $7.50 Two options are offered, depending on Photographer 120 minutes to March 26, 2017 the availability of rooms: Le quartier de la maison 1 Artists introduce students to the music and dance Notman 90 minutes Cycle 3 X 60 $6.50 Full Year of Aboriginal cultures. 11 14 or November 4, 2016 Notman One-Day Package Cycle 3 X 60 $12.00 to March 26, 2017 2 Students learn about the traditional knowledge common to the First Peoples culture. The Golden Square Mile, Sept. to Nov. 2016 Cycle 3 X 60 $7.50 RENDEZVOUS ACROSS GENERATIONS Yesterday and Today 120 min April to June 2017 The Rhythms of First Peoples 120 minutes X X X 60 $7.50 Full Year ELEMENTARY, CYCLE 3 / SECONDARY SECONDARY Inuit – Ancestral Knowledge Cycle 3 X 60 $7.50 Full Year INUIT – ANCESTRAL KNOWLEDGE VOLUNTEERING – SHARING 120 minutes 120 MINUTES OUR MEMORIES, OUR STORIES Education Behind Package Teachers 60 Full Year The rich and complex culture of these people Twenty hours of volunteering twice a year. the Scenes 120 minutes $150.00 has flourished for more than 4,000 years in Training offered by the Museum in September and January. McCord-Grévin Package X X 120 $17.00 Full Year the Canadian Arctic. Their carefully made tools Many studies show that volunteering has a positive and garments reveal the ingenuity of the Inuit effect on the psychosocial development of adolescents Archives au pluriel Secondary and their way of life in a harsh climate. They draw Free Full Year and their sense of community. After a period of training In class 4 and 5 on their ancestors’ knowledge while continuing at the Museum, secondary school students visit to evolve in the modern world. The shapes, designs nursing homes or hospitals to meet elderly people Wearing our Identity – and motifs they use reaffirm their ancestral beliefs. My Activity Kit* X X - $40.00 Full Year and create bonds around historical objects. 15 In class