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"Immortality" includes nearly 100 portraits of ordinary citizens and public figures, including Chet Beckett, Samuel Beckett, Toni Morrison, Truman Capote, Duke Ellington, Patti Smith, Jean Renoir, and others, dedicated to one of the 20th century's most celebrated photographers, focusing on a fascinating and unexpected dimension of his work: aging.

These extraordinarily life-like works originate from the most important private collection of Roman sculptures, assembled in the 19th century by the prince and banker Alessandro Torlonia (1800-1884). Recently shown to great acclaim at the Louvre, in Paris, they will soon be presented to North American audiences for the very first time. Featuring remarkably beautiful bas-reliefs, mythical figures and captivating portraits – such as the celebrated Portrait of a Young Woman – this ensemble of exquisitely carved Roman characters awaits you at the Museum.

To honor the legacy of Hubert Reeves, the Planetarium offers you an exhibition highlighting his words and writings.

Located on the level 1 (downstairs) of the Biodôme, A Close-knit Nature explains the vital role keystone species play in the delicate balance of their ecosystems.Explore a taxidermy collection of nearly 1,000 specimens, through captivating themes, such as scent, visual and auditory signals, birds of prey, and defence strategies. Can you spot the knobbed hornbill, wandering albatross, slate-pencil urchin and De Brazza's Monkey? Will you hear the sound of the piranha?Look for the various symbols and follow lines marked on the floor to see how the different sections interconnect. Your visit will be heightened by sensory experiences, including touch.Plus, learn about the taxidermy process and the eco-friendly practices that went into the exhibition's creation.End your visit in the immersive experience Mégaceta, a creation by Montreal studio CREO, featuring lifelike humpback whales.

Located in the "It's My Turn" area of ​​the Biosphere Reserve (a project focused on civic action), this photography exhibition showcases the river as a source of life, beauty, and memory, presented by photographers from across Quebec. The winning entries from the 2025 annual competition offer an inspiring visual experience of this fragile behemoth that nourishes us and connects our communities.

On this journey along the watershed, your senses of hearing, touch, sight, and smell will be deeply engaged in the exploration of nature and its diverse aquatic ecosystems. Traversing headwaters, lakes, wetlands, and rivers, you will encounter rich biodiversity from the aquatic world and learn about everything that happens underwater. Furthermore, this article will offer some action recommendations for improving our relationship with these fascinating ecosystems.

Information Source: Dr. Tyler Lemco | eventbrite