Activities
Activities for Adults
Programming at the McCord
Information and reservation:
reservation@mccord.mcgill.ca
(514) 398-7100, ext. 222
All workshops and activities are bilingual, unless specified otherwise.
The Mask Must Go On!
Mask creation contest
On May 30, 2010, during the Montreal Museums Day, the McCord Museum launched its contest The Mask Must Go On!, inspired by the costumes and accessories in the exhibition Dream Weavers - Costumes by Cirque du Soleil.
Museum visitors aged 16 and under were invited to explore the exhibition of costumes and accessories from Cirque du Soleil's 25 shows, learning about technical innovations, the wide range of materials, and the complexity of design involved in the costume creation process. Once back home, participants had to create a mask based on the concepts learned during their visit.
A panel of three judges selected six winning masks, based on criteria of originality, variety of materials, and aesthetics, in order to present this exhibition made by and for the public.
Jury:
- Sylvie François, Cultural Action Director, Cirque du Soleil
- Cynthia Cooper, Head, Collections and Research and Curator, Costume and Textiles, McCord Museum
- Sol Millan, Head, Communications, McCord Museum
Visit the McCord Museum's facebook page to view the photo album of The Mask Must Go On! contest winners.
Group Bookings
Are you a group of fifteen or more? Reserve your tour by phoning (514) 398-7100, ext. 222 or email us at reservation@mccord.mcgill.ca and take advantage of special group rates.
Wanted: Volunteer Guides
Anyone interested in applying to become a volunteer guide is invited to contact Stéphanie Robert at (514) 398-7100, ext 250. A 50-hour compulsory training course is provided by the Museum