La version française suit Created by Ewalt Halfhide (1916-2002) in 1943, this pastel drawing of the first dusting of snow on our familiar campus is bustling with tiny figures – and some are even playing in the snow. Halfhide was …
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Holiday Remix | Dorval Manor House
McGill Libraries will be closed for the holidays from Saturday, December 23, 2023 through Tuesday, January 2, 2024, inclusive. All branches will open on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. Please visit the listing for specific opening hours. Until then, enjoy with …
A rare toy theatre remix
It’s a most magical time of year where the young and young at heart express gratitude, reflect on the year gone by, get in touch with family and friends, and celebrate the hope the new year brings. Once again, our …
One Minute Wonder | Red Sleigh, House, Winter by Lawren Harris
Take a moment to pause, reflect, and learn more about some of the stories behind the rare and special objects held at McGill. ROAAr’s “One Minute Wonder” is a new video series that delves into extraordinary things in McGill Library’s …
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Virtual Puzzles: Winter fun & a splash of colour to ring in 2021
Outdoor activities are front and center this holiday break. If you are looking for a fun way to stay warm after an afternoon of sledding or skiing, try your hand at solving these jigsaw puzzles featuring vintage images courtesy of …
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Trot away from 2020 with our DIY rare holiday phenakistoscope
This holiday season is unlike any other. As we move into a new (and hopefully better) year, the Library wishes you much peace, rest, and health coupled with lighthearted moments of reflection, joy, and discovery. Once again, we have remixed …
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Season’s Greetings that Pop!
The Library is closed for the holidays from Tuesday, December 24 at noon through Thursday, January 2, 2020, inclusive. All branches will open on Friday, January 3, 2020. Please visit the branch page listing for specific opening hours. Until then, we want to …
Season’s Greetings: Vintage Martlet Style
For the last couple of years, McGill Library has upped our game when it comes to holiday greetings. Last year, we animated wintry scenes from our ROAAr collections. This year we took a different approach. While looking for content for our upcoming …
Happy Holidays! Joyeuses Fêtes!
The Library is closed for the holidays from Thursday, December 25, 2014 through Sunday, January 4, 2015, inclusive. All branches will open on Monday, January 5, 2015. Until then…
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