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Wipper Lecture: “Canoe and Canvas” with Jessica Dunkin

Join 2020 Wipper Lecture guest Jessica Dunkin, in conversation with author James Raffan for the Ontario launch of her recent book, Canoe and Canvas. Canoe and Canvas: Life at the Encampments of the American Canoe Association, 1880-1910 examines the social and cultural landscape of the summer encampments, challenging the stories we tell about the role of canoes in society.

Dunkin’s book will be available in-store at a discount in celebration of the Ontario release of Canoe and Canvas.

The event is free/by optional donation, but you are asked to reserve a seat: https://tumblehomeshop.myshopify.com/collections/events/products/2020-wipper-lecture-canoe-canvas-with-jess-dunkin-and-james-raffan

Want to explore the whole museum during your visit?
We recommend coming an hour or two early to take in the exhibits and galleries! Museum admission is $12 for adults , $9.50 for seniors or students, $30 for families, and free for members.


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