Protected: Immigrant Dreams: The Culture Behind the Craft
Linocut Workshop: Shoe Themed Tote Bag
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm (Doors open 6:00 pm)
Location: Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St. W.
Tickets: $50 General
Step into creativity with this hands-on linocut workshop! Learn the basics of linocut carving and stamping as you design and create your very own shoe-themed tote bag. Perfect for beginners and craft enthusiasts alike, this workshop will guide you step-by-step to craft a unique and stylish design inspired by footwear.
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes materials, access to all exhibitions, one complimentary drink, and light snacks. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
Terms and Conditions apply.
Embroidery 101
Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm (Doors open 6:00 pm)
Location: Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St. W.
Tickets: $50 General
Step into the world of embroidery with this beginner-friendly workshop! Explore the history of embroidered shoes through history, learn the basics of embroidery techniques, and create your own custom-embroidered shoe bag. Whether you’re new to stitching or looking to refine your skills, this hands-on workshop will guide you through the process, giving you a chance to add a personal touch to your bag.
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes materials, instruction, light refreshments and access to all exhibitions. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
Terms and Conditions apply.
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR:
Textile art has always been a part of Tracy’s life, thanks to the talents her mother and aunt shared from childhood onward. After studying fashion in university, she first worked in theatre and co-started a clothing label, Ambiguity Originals. Since then, her career has focused on creating historic reproduction costumes. Unable to sit still, she constantly seeks other creative outlets. Happiness is fabric, a needle and thread.
Tracy’s costume-based art installations began in 2007 addressing societal & environmental issues and those of a more personal nature. Fabric embellishments of many kinds mark her works with embroidery being a favoured treatment. Originally from the East Coast, Tracy lives in Toronto with her musician husband and cat.
Vintage Fashion Panel
Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm (Doors open 6:30 pm)
Location: Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St. W.
Tickets: $15 General, $10 Senior (65+) / Student (with ID)
Calling all fashion enthusiasts! Join us for an exciting panel discussion exploring the iconic fashion of the 1930s to the 1970s in celebration of our upcoming fall exhibition André Perugia: A Design Legend Unveiled. Moderated by Julia Galvez of the Toronto Vintage Society, the panel features vintage shop owner Natasha Roberts of Spacevintage, journalist Nathalie Atkinson, and TV/film fashion expert and founding member of CAFTCAD Ian Drummond, this discussion will dive into the key styles and trends of these transformative decades. From Salvatore Ferragamo’s innovative designs in the 1930s to the disco decade of platform heels, learn how these trends continue to influence fashion today.
Agenda
6:30 pm – Doors Open
7:00 pm – Event Begins
8:00/8:30 pm – Event Ends/Galleries Open
9:30 pm – Museum Closes
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes access to all exhibitions. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
Terms and Conditions apply.
MEET THE SPEAKERS:
Nathalie Atkinson is a Toronto-based culture journalist and film critic. A regular contributor to The Globe and Mail, Zoomer magazine, and member of the Toronto Film Critics Association, she has also published freelance writing for FASHION, Vulture, CNN Style, BBC Culture, and Noir City. In addition to guest lectures and on-stage interviews at Hot Docs, TIFF, VIFF, TIFA, the Toronto Public Library, the AGO, and the Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Nathalie is the creator and host of Designing the Movies, a monthly film series of notable art direction, costume and production design on screen.
Ian Drummond has worked in the vintage fashion industry for about 40 years. He previously owned a vintage clothing store, 20th Century Frox in 1984 and currently owns and operates his eponymous business Ian Drummond Collection, a true vintage clothing rental resource servicing the Film and TV industry locally, nationally and internationally. The Ian Drummond Collection celebrates almost 30 years in the business and has been a prime resource for the industry and has been featured in top movies and TV shows like Fantastic Beasts, Chicago, Hairspray, and so much more. Ian is also a founding member of CAFTCAD, an association established to build communication for costumer designers across Canada and a board chair for the Fashion History Museum.
Natasha Roberts is a second-generation vintage curator and Fashion Management graduate from George Brown College. She grew up immersed in the industry through her mother’s store, Space Vintage. Over the years she developed a passion for personal styling and relaunched Space Vintage in 2017 in Kensington Market, establishing it as a go-to destination for curated vintage.
Space Vintage is a Toronto-based styling service that uses vintage and sustainable clothing to meet a variety of fashion needs. Her go-to styling service has helped thousands of people find the perfect look for life’s most special moments. Now celebrating 22 years in business, she continues to grow Space Vintage as Toronto’s premier styling service and go-top destination for vintage and sustainable formalwear.
Julia Galvez is a museum and events professional with over a decade of experience in Toronto’s arts and culture sector. Her passion for all things vintage has made her a dedicated collector and an active member of the Toronto Vintage Society—a community of vintage enthusiasts that showcases vintage events, businesses, and culture in Toronto. Specializing in historic and vintage knitting patterns, Julia brings the past to life through her craft. Inspired by film, television, music, and art, Julia’s work focuses on amplifying BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ voices through a political, socioeconomic, and environmental lens across the decades.
Indigenous Beading Workshop: Hoop Earrings
Date: Saturday, December 6
Time: 11:30 am to 3:30 pm
Location: Bata Shoe Museum – Footprints Room
Tickets: $60 General
Join Indigenous artist Marissa Magneson for an immersive workshop where you’ll learn the art of beading to create your own custom hoop earrings. Marissa will guide you through traditional beading techniques and share the cultural significance behind this beautiful craft. This workshop is perfect for those looking to connect with Indigenous art and craftsmanship while creating a unique, handmade accessory. Just in time for the holiday season! Materials, instruction, and general museum access are included.
This event is suitable for those aged 16+.
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes access to all exhibitions. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
Terms and Conditions apply.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Marissa Magneson is a Cree-Métis artist, photographer, educator, and workshop facilitator. She has a BFA honours degree from York University (Toronto, Canada) and a Master’s degree in Canadian and Indigenous Studies from Trent University (Peterborough, Canada). Her research explores Indigenous methodologies using beadwork as visual storytelling. Marissa’s work is rooted in decolonizing education, strengthening community, and cultural reclamation. In her collaborative work with various organizations, Marissa works towards photographing, consulting, educating, and creating programming in meaningful ways. Marissa would like to acknowledge her maternal grandmother, Elaine Jessop, whose life-long work on Indigenous women’s rights inspires her own journey.
Marissa is currently pursuing her Ph.D. at York University in the Faculty of Education where she is researching “Beadwork as Pedagogy: A Bridge Towards Cultural Reclamation and (re)Conciliation.”
Protected: Ladies First 2025
Trick or Treat at the BSM
Cost: Free
When: Sunday, October 26
Where: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W.)
BOO! This Halloween we will be celebrating in costume and invite you to join us! We will have family friendly crafts, a museum-wide “trick-or-treat” inspired scavenger hunt, and a chance to show off your costume on our Halloween runway! Our ever-popular iSpy game cards and try-on station will also be available to add to the family-friendly fun.
Runway Times
We kindly request that anyone who would like to take part in the runway sign up at the redemption table on B1 before the runway.
1:00 pm
3:00 pm
Kids must be accompanied by an adult.
Please note, this event will be held during a ‘Free Sunday’. When you arrive, please check in with the front desk to acquire your admission ticket, or reserve in advance online.
Crochet Level Two: Granny Square Croc Covers
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm (Doors open 10:45 am)
Location: Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St. W.
Tickets: $25 General
Give your Crocs a unique twist with colorful granny squares! This hands-on workshop is perfect for those with some crochet experience and will guide you through selecting yarn and materials, mastering techniques like the magic loop and double crochet, and learning to read crochet patterns.
By the end of the session, you’ll have your own set of handmade granny square Croc covers and patterns to use for future projects.
All materials are included in the workshop fee, and complimentary drinks and snacks will be provided to keep the creativity flowing. Please note, you must provide your own crocs.
Note: A basic understanding of crochet is recommended for this workshop. If you’re new to crochet, we encourage you to take our beginner-friendly Crochet Shoelace Workshop first. This event is suitable for ages 12+.
Agenda
10:45 am – Doors Open
11:00 am to 1:00 pm – Workshop
1:00 pm – Workshop ends, participants may look through galleries
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes access to all exhibitions. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
Terms and Conditions apply.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Rachel Schwartz Fagan is a storyteller, Ontario Certified Teacher, and emerging textile artist. She holds an M.Phil in Children’s Literature and her work has been longlisted for CANSCAIP’s Writing for Children Award. As a settler in Tkaronto, Rachel has a passion for facilitating creativity and environmental stewardship in arts and education spaces. Rachel is an avid zinester, and has been nominated for the Broken Pencil Zine Awards in 2018 and 2020.
Crochet Level One: Laces
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm (Doors open 10:45 am)
Location: Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St. W.
Tickets: $25 General
Curious about crochet? This beginner-friendly workshop is the perfect way to get started! Learn the fundamentals of crochet, including how to choose the right hook and yarn, as well as essential techniques to build your skills.
By the end of the session, you’ll have a solid understanding of crochet basics and leave with a pair of handmade crochet shoelaces crafted by you.
All materials are included in the workshop fee, and complimentary drinks and snacks will be provided to keep your creativity fueled. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm, and we’ll provide the rest! This event is suitable for ages 12+.
Agenda
10:45 am – Doors Open
11:00 am to 1:00 pm – Workshop
1:00 pm – Workshop ends, participants may look through galleries
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes access to all exhibitions. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
Terms and Conditions apply.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Rachel Schwartz Fagan is a storyteller, Ontario Certified Teacher, and emerging textile artist. She holds an M.Phil in Children’s Literature and her work has been longlisted for CANSCAIP’s Writing for Children Award. As a settler in Tkaronto, Rachel has a passion for facilitating creativity and environmental stewardship in arts and education spaces. Rachel is an avid zinester, and has been nominated for the Broken Pencil Zine Awards in 2018 and 2020.
Discover Dance Class: Intro to Hip Hop
Date: Monday, August 11
Time: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Doors open at 5:30 pm)
Location: Bata Shoe Museum
Tickets: $20 General
Get ready to move and groove in this high-energy Intro to Hip Hop Dance class with talented instructor Daniel Keith Morrison! This is the perfect opportunity for dancers of all ages and skill levels to dive into the basics of hip hop dance in a fun and welcoming environment. Learn about the best shoes for hip hop dance and how they can elevate your moves. No prior experience is required—just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Come solo or bring the whole family for an exciting introduction to the world of hip hop dance. Lace up your sneakers and let’s hit the floor!
Agenda
5:30 pm – Doors Open
6:00 to 7:00 pm – Dance Class
7:30 pm – Doors Close
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes access to all exhibitions. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
Terms and Conditions apply.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
One of the members of The Moon Runners, Daniel Keith Morrison aka Keith the God is a street dancer who spends most of his time teaching and battling in Toronto’s dance scene. He has been dancing since 2002, and started breaking in 2008. In those years he has danced with Missy Elliot’s Choreographers in Film, Represented Team Canada Twice in China and L.A., Toured the UAE, and so much more. His goal currently in dance is to strengthen the knowledge and confidence of people who want to learn Hip Hop Dance styles and general freestyle/improv. Keith has chosen the dance name Keith the God in relation to The Triune God, being made in God’s Image, and being one of Three Keiths in his family.