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SUMMARY:PD Days
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Included with General Admission\nWhen: Friday\, November 14\, 2025 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nWhere: Throughout the museum \nSpend your PD Day at the Bata Shoe Museum! Explore our amazing exhibitions\, take a museum tour\, join a game of trivia\, and get creative at our craft stations. \nDaily Schedule\nHands-On History: 10:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 2:30 pm\nGet up-close to our incredible collection of hands-on shoes and learn about the history of footwear! Participants will have the opportunity to hold unique shoes from our education collection. \nExhibition Tours: 11:30 am\, 1:30 pm\, 3:30 pm\nExplore the stories behind footwear from around the world with guided tours of two of our current exhibitions. \nSelf-Guided Hands-On Crafts and & Activities: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm \n\nHands-on sensory station\nScavenger hunt through the museum\nShoe-themed crafts\n\nPlease note: Supervision is not provided. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18+). PD Days activities are included with general admission. Pre-booking is not required unless you are a group of 12 or more. Tours and activities are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis.  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/pd-days-2/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251126T183000
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SUMMARY:Embroidery 101
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, November 26\, 2025\nTime: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm (Doors open 6:00 pm)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $50 General \nStep 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.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nABOUT THE FACILITATOR:\n \nTextile 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.  \nTracy’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. \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/embroidery-101/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
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SUMMARY:Vintage Fashion Panel
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, December 2\, 2025\nTime: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm (Doors open 6:30 pm)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $15 General\, $10 Senior (65+) / Student (with ID) \nCalling 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 and how these trends continue to influence fashion today. \nAgenda\n6:30 pm – Doors Open\n7:00 pm – Event Begins\n8:00/8:30 pm – Event Ends/Galleries Open\n9:30 pm – Museum Closes \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nMEET THE SPEAKERS:\n\nABOUT NATHALIE ATKINSON: \n \nNathalie 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. \n\n\nABOUT IAN DRUMMOND: \n \nIan 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.  \n\n\nABOUT NATASHA ROBERTS: \n \nNatasha 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. \nSpace 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.\n \n\nABOUT JULIA GALVEZ: \n\nJulia 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.\n\nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/vintage-fashion-panel/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Talks
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Beading Workshop: Hoop Earrings
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, December 6\nTime: 11:30 am to 3:30 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum – Footprints Room\nTickets: $60 General \nBUY TICKETS  \nJoin 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. \nThis event is suitable for those aged 16+.\n \nPlease check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes access to all exhibitions. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.  \nTerms and Conditions apply. \nABOUT THE ARTIST:\n \nMarissa 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. \nMarissa 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.”
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/indigenous-beading-workshop-hoop-earrings/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Stepping Through the Decades: A Luminis Choir Experience
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, December 13\nTime: 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\nTickets: $45 \nStep into a world where timeless style meets unforgettable melodies at the Bata Shoe Museum. Set against the stunning backdrop of our upcoming exhibition André Perugia: A Design Legend Unveiled\, this immersive evening celebrates creativity across the decades\, weaving together the artistry of fashion and the emotional power of music. \nThroughout the evening\, the Luminis Choir—both as a full ensemble and in intimate small groups—will present beloved songs of the 20th century\, each performance echoing the spirit and style of the fashion eras featured in the exhibition. As the night unfolds\, the music will evolve—shifting from classical charm to chic lounge beats and stylish dance pop—inviting guests to mingle\, move\, and immerse themselves in a seamless fusion of sound and style. \nSip on fine wines\, sample specialty drinks\, and savor the atmosphere of this unique cultural experience. From the artistry on display to the music that moves you\, this is an evening designed to delight the senses and celebrate elegance in all its forms. \nWine samples from United Stars Winery\, Calmel & Joseph Winery\, non-alcoholic options\, light refreshments\, museum access\, and live music all included.  \nBUY NOW  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime. \nCo-Presenter
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/stepping-through-the-decades/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260102T160000
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SUMMARY:High Fashion Holidays: Winter Break at the BSM
DESCRIPTION:Date: December 22\, 2025 – January 2\, 2026 with exceptions\nTime: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nCost: Included with General Admission\nThe Bata Shoe Museum is closed on December 25\, 26 and January 1 \nStep into the world of Italian-French shoe designer\, André Perugia (1893-1977) known for his innovative footwear designs with our family-friendly\, themed winter programming. Inspired by our newest exhibition\, André Perugia: A Design Legend Unveiled\, drop in for a variety of hands-on activities\, games\, presentations\, tours and prizes as you discover the work of one of the most significant and under-researched footwear designers of the 20th century. Crafts and activities vary. Drop-in only\, no registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult (18+) and attended to at all times while at the museum.  \nSCHEDULE:\nSelf-Guided Crafts ~ Monday through Sunday \nBeaded Shoelaces: customize your shoes with DIY beaded shoelaces\nColouring sheets: design an elegant shoe with colouring templates\nShoe Origami: try your hand at paper sculpture\nActivity Book: continue the fun all day with a take-home activity book \nGuided Activities ~  Mondays\, Tuesdays & Wednesdays* \n*Guided activities will be not be available on Wednesday\, December 24 \n11:00 am: Elegance Through the Ages Game (inspired by Roblox)\n1:00 pm: Guided Exhibition Tour\n2:30 pm: Elegance Through the Ages Game (inspired by Roblox)\n3:30 pm: Hands-on Presentation \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/winter-break-at-the-bsm-2025/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250725T154442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T202510Z
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SUMMARY:PD Days
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Included with General Admission\nWhen: Friday\, January 16\, 2026 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nWhere: Throughout the museum \nSpend your PD Day at the Bata Shoe Museum! Explore our amazing exhibitions\, take a museum tour\, join a game of trivia\, and get creative at our craft stations. \nDaily Schedule\nShoebox Bingo: 10:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 2:30 pm\nJoin us for shoebox bingo and learn amazing footwear facts from around the world. You might even win a prize from our treasure box. Fun for all ages! \nExhibition Tours: 11:30 am\, 1:30 pm\, 3:30 pm\nExplore the stories behind footwear from around the world with guided tours of two of our current exhibitions. \nSelf-Guided Hands-On Crafts and & Activities: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm \n\nHands-on sensory station\nScavenger hunt through the museum\nShoe-themed crafts\n\nPlease note: Supervision is not provided. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18+). PD Days activities are included with general admission. Pre-booking is not required unless you are a group of 12 or more. Tours and activities are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis.  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/pd-days-3/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
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SUMMARY:King Tilly’s Shoe Disaster
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, January 17\, 2026 – Sunday\, January 18\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Free with General Admission \nHear ye\, hear ye! Step into a world of music\, magic\, and marvelous shoes! This delightful performance combines interactive storytelling\, hands-on fun\, and lively audience participation — perfect for kids\, families\, and anyone who loves a royal adventure. \nMeet King Tilly\, the royal kitty with the world’s most fabulous shoe collection. Inspired by his dear friend Mrs. Sonja Bata\, King Tilly has made it his royal mission to collect shoes from every corner of the globe. From dazzling Renaissance chopines to rugged Mongolian gutal boots to delicate ballet slippers\, each journey adds a new treasure to his ever-growing Shoe Pile — a dangerously tall tower of footwear stacked right beside the Grand Window. But beware… one mighty gust of winter wind could send this wobbly pile tumbling into chaos! \nIf disaster strikes\, will you be ready to help King Tilly sort through his marvelous collection and restore order to the royal closet? \nPerformance Times\nSaturday\, January 17 – 11:00 am\, 1:00 pm\, 3:00 pm\nSunday\, January 18 – 1:00 pm\, 3:00 pm\nSeating is limited and is on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nABOUT THE ARTISTS:\n \nDuo Cichorium is comprised of interdisciplinary artists Jasmine Tsui and Louis Pino. Like the Chicory plant\, the two performers are not native to Ontario\, but have taken root in the environment of Toronto. Together\, they strive to synthesize their aesthetic values with their artistic practices: playfulness\, absurdity\, and abstraction in conjunction with music performance\, improvisation\, integrated custom electronics\, and visual art. The versatility of their practice spans from intimate chamber pieces to eye and ear straining multimedia works. Jaz and Pino have both received Masters degrees from the University of Toronto studying under Aiyun Huang\, Beverley Johnston\, and Charles Settle.\n \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/king-tillys-shoe-disaster/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
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SUMMARY:Innovations in Black History
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Doors open 6:30 pm)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Pay What You Wish \nJoin us for an illuminating evening with social researcher Catherine Chambers as she explores Black innovations through history — celebrating the creators\, inventors\, and visionaries whose groundbreaking ideas have shaped culture\, design\, and technology across generations. \nFrom everyday essentials to artistic and scientific achievements\, this engaging talk highlights the often-overlooked contributions of Black innovators and their lasting impact on the world we know today. Catherine will also spotlight figures in footwear and fashion\, including Jan Ernst Matzeliger\, who revolutionized shoe production with his lasting machine\, and Dr. D’Wayne Edwards\, founder of ÜNOS by SIA\, whose work continues to redefine design education and creativity. \nCome discover the stories of innovation\, resilience\, and brilliance that continue to inspire and shape our collective future. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \n\nABOUT CATHERINE CHAMBERS: \n \nCatherine Chambers is a maker space studio owner and organizational learning facilitator. She specializes in constructivist learning methodologies that engage learning in such areas as innovation\, entrepreneurship\, and sustainability. She works in a range of industries and sectors\, including education\, healthcare\, social services\, and technology.\n \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime..
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/innovations-in-black-history/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20251106T205133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T195826Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Live Fashion Illustration 101
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 7\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $50  – SOLD OUT  \nLearn the unique art of live fashion illustration with Toronto-based illustrator Nessa Lilly\, known for capturing the elegance and energy of fashion moments. Inspired by the Bata Shoe Museum’s new exhibition André Perugia: A Design Legend Unveiled\, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to bring fashion to life through quick\, expressive sketches in 5 minutes or less. Nessa will guide participants through the dynamic process of live fashion illustration — a rare skill that blends speed\, intuition\, and artistry to capture style in motion to create original editorial style portraits.   \n\nIn this workshop you will:  \nLearn how professional illustrators capture movement\, texture\, and design in real time\, creating a complete drawing in less than 5 minutes\nPractice gesture and proportion techniques inspired by Perugia’s sculptural shoe forms\nGain insight into what it’s like to work as a live fashion illustrator at shows\, events\, and brand activations\n\nNo prior drawing experience is needed — just curiosity and creativity. This is a unique opportunity to learn a skill rarely taught in traditional art programs\, while exploring the legacy of one of fashion’s most innovative designers. \nCan’t make it? We’ll be hosting another workshop with Nessa on April 18 and May 20. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \n\nABOUT NESSA LILLY: \n \nNessa Lilly is a Toronto-based fashion illustration studio led by Vanessa Lilly\, whose career spans live fashion illustration\, high-profile brand collaborations\, and fine art fashion pieces. With a deep interest in fashion\, Vanessa transitioned from a successful ten-year career in the industry to her illustration business\, now working with prestigious clients such as Goop\, Saks Fifth Avenue\, Levi’s\, and Bobbi Brown. Vanessa’s fine art underscores her versatile and artistic vision. Through her work\, Vanessa continues to blend artistry and fashion\, creating pieces that resonate with elegance.\n \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/fashion-illustration-101/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
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SUMMARY:Black History Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 7\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with general admission \nJoin us every Saturday in February during Black History Month for a special museum tour of Black excellence and contributions to culture through footwear. This family-friendly tour of our exhibitions will specifically focus on Black artists\, workers\, and diasporic communities.  \nBefore or after your tour\, get creative at the self-guided activity stations and learn about some of the shoes we have in our collection that highlight Black culture and creativity throughout time. Have some fun in the Try-On Shoes area and pick up an iSpy card for an adventurous\, self-guided museum scavenger hunt. Please be mindful that children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/black-history-exhibition-tour/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250710T135520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T185210Z
UID:15614-1770552000-1770566400@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Lunar New Year
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, February 8\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Free Admission \nRing in the Year of the Horse with a day of vibrant performances\, movement\, and creativity at the Bata Shoe Museum. Celebrate Lunar New Year with Lion Dance Toronto as they bring good luck and festive energy to the museum with spectacular performances at 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM\, followed by photo opportunities and meet-and-greets with the performers. \nAt 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM\, enjoy the artistry of traditional Korean dance with the Korean Dance Studies Society of Canada\, whose graceful movements honour the beauty and heritage of Korean culture. \nBetween performances\, take part in family-friendly crafts inspired by Lunar New Year traditions — a perfect way to make a keepsake to take home. \nJoin us for a joyful day of culture\, colour\, and celebration as we welcome the Lunar New Year together at the Bata Shoe Museum.  \nRSVP  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/lunar-new-year/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250714T180304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T172113Z
UID:15617-1770829200-1770843600@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Late Night At The BSM: Drop-In Sketching
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026\nTime: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with General Admission \nSpend an evening surrounded by creativity and inspiration at Late Night at the BSM. The museum will stay open late\, inviting you to explore our exhibitions while sketching the incredible footwear and fashion on display. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking to unwind and try something new\, this relaxed drop-in program offers a perfect blend of art\, atmosphere\, and imagination. \nSketching materials will be provided\, and guests are welcome to bring their own dry mediums only (such as pencils and pencil crayons). Come draw\, explore\, and see the museum in a whole new light! \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/late-night-at-the-bsm/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20251113T155641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T204344Z
UID:15664-1771074000-1771077600@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Black History Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 14\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with general admission \nJoin us every Saturday in February during Black History Month for a special museum tour of Black excellence and contributions to culture through footwear. This family-friendly tour of our exhibitions will specifically focus on Black artists\, workers\, and diasporic communities.  \nBefore or after your tour\, get creative at the self-guided activity stations and learn about some of the shoes we have in our collection that highlight Black culture and creativity throughout time. Have some fun in the Try-On Shoes area and pick up an iSpy card for an adventurous\, self-guided museum scavenger hunt. Please be mindful that children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/black-history-exhibition-tour-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20251113T154534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T204216Z
UID:15671-1771236000-1771257600@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, February 16\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with general admission \nBring the whole family for fun and learning this Family Day. Join us for an exciting shoe-themed day where creativity and curiosity take center stage. Explore our current exhibitions with a guided tour and try your hand at our trivia where you’ll have the chance to win fun prizes! Please be mindful that children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.  \n\nWhat to Expect  \nExplore our four galleries\, including all current exhibitions \nDesign and make your own custom take-home shoe pins \nUncover hidden gems with a guided exhibition tour focusing on the most captivating aspects of our current exhibitions\nHead to our Try-On Shoes area for some hilarious fun\nTeam up for iSpy challenges throughout the museum using our special exhibition-themed cards\nChallenge your brain with our family-friendly Shoe Trivia\nPut your new knowledge to work with your own exhibition-themed activity book to take home \n\nSchedule \n11:00 am – 11:45 am – Guided Exhibition Tour\n12:00 pm – 12:30 pm – Footwear Trivia\n2:00 pm – 2:45 pm – Guided Exhibition Tour\n3:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Footwear Trivia \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/family-day/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250710T172159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T205732Z
UID:15628-1771671600-1771675200@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Black History Month: Handmade Foot Scrubs
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 21\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $55 \nIn celebration of Black History Month\, join Catherine Chambers of Let’s Make It for a hands-on workshop exploring self-care through the lens of the African and Caribbean diasporas. \nParticipants will craft their own luxurious foot scrub using natural ingredients rooted in Black food and wellness traditions\, such as sugar\, coffee\, and coconut. Guided step-by-step\, you’ll learn how to blend clays\, exfoliants\, and natural fragrances while discovering the cultural and skin-nourishing significance of each ingredient. The scrub will produce a rich lather and deliver soothing\, revitalizing effects when massaged into the skin. \nBy the end of the session\, you’ll take home two 240 mls jar of your personalized scrub—a celebration of heritage\, care\, and creativity. All materials\, instruction\, and museum admission are included. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \n\nABOUT CATHERINE CHAMBERS: \n \nCatherine Chambers is a maker space studio owner and organizational learning facilitator. She specializes in constructivist learning methodologies that engage learning in such areas as innovation\, entrepreneurship\, and sustainability. She works in a range of industries and sectors\, including education\, healthcare\, social services\, and technology.\n \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/black-history-month-scrubs/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20251113T155926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T204253Z
UID:15666-1771678800-1771682400@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Black History Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 21\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with general admission \nJoin us every Saturday in February during Black History Month for a special museum tour of Black excellence and contributions to culture through footwear. This family-friendly tour of our exhibitions will specifically focus on Black artists\, workers\, and diasporic communities.  \nBefore or after your tour\, get creative at the self-guided activity stations and learn about some of the shoes we have in our collection that highlight Black culture and creativity throughout time. Have some fun in the Try-On Shoes area and pick up an iSpy card for an adventurous\, self-guided museum scavenger hunt. Please be mindful that children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/black-history-exhibition-tour-3/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20251113T155941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T204313Z
UID:15668-1772283600-1772287200@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Black History Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, February 28\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with general admission \nJoin us every Saturday in February during Black History Month for a special museum tour of Black excellence and contributions to culture through footwear. This family-friendly tour of our exhibitions will specifically focus on Black artists\, workers\, and diasporic communities.  \nBefore or after your tour\, get creative at the self-guided activity stations and learn about some of the shoes we have in our collection that highlight Black culture and creativity throughout time. Have some fun in the Try-On Shoes area and pick up an iSpy card for an adventurous\, self-guided museum scavenger hunt. Please be mindful that children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/black-history-exhibition-tour-4/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250714T191953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T141704Z
UID:15648-1772737200-1772742600@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:From Marvel to Wicked: In Conversation with Shoemaker Jeff Churchill
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, March 5\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm (Doors open 6:30 pm)\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $30 \nStep behind the curtain of Hollywood magic with master shoemaker Jeff Churchill\, founder of Jitterbug Boy Footwear. Known for crafting iconic shoes for some of the biggest films and musicals—including Wicked\, Superman\, Jurassic World\, Oppenheimer\, Spider-Man numerous Marvel blockbusters and many\, many more. Jeff’s creations have helped bring beloved characters to life\, one step at a time. \nIn this fascinating talk\, Jeff will share stories from his workshop\, insights into the artistry and precision behind bespoke movie footwear\, and a glimpse into what it takes to design shoes that balance fantasy with function. Whether for superheroes\, villains\, or Broadway stars\, his work combines imagination\, craftsmanship\, and storytelling. \nJoin us for this exclusive conversation at the Bata Shoe Museum\, where film\, fashion\, and craft meet. Ticket includes museum access. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \n\nABOUT JEFF CHURCHILL: \n \nFor over 25 years\, Jeff Churchill has been crafting extraordinary footwear that brings characters to life. His journey into shoemaking began almost by accident — after spending his teens immersed in theatre\, a twist of fate led him to the world of shoes\, where he’s been ever since. Two decades ago\, Jeff returned home to Toronto and founded Jitterbug Boy Original Footwear. What began as a small operation focused on circus and theatre productions soon grew into something much bigger. As his reputation for precision and creativity spread\, Jeff’s work caught the attention of the film and television industries — and the rest is history. Today\, Jitterbug Boy is a go-to destination for productions around the world\, creating custom footwear for everything from superhero blockbusters to award-winning period dramas to beloved indie films. His shoes have appeared on the biggest stars\, in the biggest movies — Pretty good for a little workshop in Toronto. \nPhoto Credit: Krista Fogel \n\nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/in-conversation-with-jeff-churchill/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250714T190324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T014849Z
UID:15620-1773334800-1773349200@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Late Night at the BSM: Zine Making
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, March 12\, 2026\nTime: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with General Admission \nTry something new as you explore the world of print\, collage\, and creativity in this drop-in zine-making workshop inspired by designer André Perugia\, the visionary shoemaker who turned footwear into art. Known for his experimental sketches and collaborations with some of the most daring couturiers of the early 20th century\, Perugia’s work reflected the same spirit of innovation and self-expression that defines zine culture today. \nJoin us for an evening of hands-on creation as we explore design\, identity\, and personal storytelling through the pages of your own handmade zine. All materials will be provided — just bring your imagination and a willingness to experiment. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/late-night-at-the-bsm-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260314T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250706T172336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T150924Z
UID:15631-1773486000-1773496800@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Shoe Customization 101
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, March 14\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $55 \nGet creative and express your personal style with artist Jasmin Pannu as she guides you to paint your own custom shoe design. Art materials including paint and brushes are included. Participants must provide their own new or used shoes to customize\, clean white sneakers are recommended for best results. \nThis workshop is recommended for participants 10 and up. All skill levels. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nABOUT THE ARTIST\n \nJasmin Pannu is an award-winning Artist who creates murals and custom artworks with influence\, space\, people and purpose in mind. She has over 100 murals and paintings across the Toronto area\, as well as select international projects. She has worked with clients such as StART Toronto\, Nike\, Lancome\, Footlocker\, Inkbox\, Indigo\, Coca-Cola\, Starbucks\, City of Toronto\, Happy Place\, and more. Her art has been exhibited at the ROM\, MOCA\, and the Ontario Science Centre. Learn more. \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/shoe-customization-101-3/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250713T144706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T210230Z
UID:15674-1773655200-1774022400@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:March Break at the BSM
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, March 16 – Friday\, March 20\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with general admission \nUnleash Your Inner Sneaker Artist! 👟 🎨 Join us for a fun-filled week and become an artist and creator by immersing yourself in self-guided activities perfect for all ages. Make a custom shoe pin\, perfect your style with lace beading\, and collect special shoe charms to upgrade your favourite footwear. Beyond the crafting fun\, take a guided exhibition tour to learn about the fascinating history of footwear\, and then enjoy a shoe design presentation with one of our expert education guides. Finally\, enter the Be a Shoe Designer contest by drawing your own sneaker design and posting it on the community design board for a chance to win a prize!  \nMarch Break at the BSM is a drop-in\, self-guided program included with General Admission. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.  \nSchedule\n11:00 am – Guided Exhibition Tour\n12:00 pm – Be a Shoe Designer\n2:00 pm – Guided Exhibition Tour\n3:00 pm – Be a Shoe Designer \nEach program runs for 45 minutes to 1-hour.  \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/march-break-2026/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260322T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250715T133544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T210227Z
UID:14127-1774184400-1774188000@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Curator's Talk: Celebrating the Most Collaborated Sneakers
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, March 22\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\nTickets: Included with General Admission \nJoin us for our next Curator’s Talk where our BSM Director and Senior Curator Elizabeth Semmelhack will explore the rich histories of some of the sneakers most commonly used in collaborations: the Converse All Star\, Nike Air Force 1\, Air Jordan 1 and the Vans Slip-on. Far more than blank canvases\, these famous sneakers carry stories of innovation\, culture\, and creativity that have made them icons in their own right and popular choices for collabs. Whether you’re a sneaker enthusiast or curious about the intersection of art and fashion\, this talk will take you behind the scenes of some of the most influential sneakers ever created. \nRSVP NOW \n\nABOUT ELIZABETH SEMMELHACK: \n \nAs Director and Senior Curator at the Bata Shoe Museum\, Elizabeth applies her extensive cultural and art history background to guide the mission forward while exploring the multiple roles and meanings of footwear through innovative exhibitions. With over 20 exhibitions curated\, Semmelhack has helped transform the Bata Shoe Museum into an internationally recognized center for footwear scholarship\, revealing how shoes illuminate our understanding of diverse social\, political\, and cultural histories across time and geography. \nNamed by FASHION Magazine as one of the world’s “top five game-changing fashion curators”\, Semmelhack’s perspective and expertise have been featured in major publications\, broadcasts\, and television shows across the globe. She has authored nearly 30 articles and chapters as well as numerous books and catalogs\, including Out of the Box: The Rise of Sneaker Culture (2015)\, which has sold over 30\,000 copies worldwide. \n\nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/curator-talk-sneakers/
LOCATION:Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250715T204424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T163615Z
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SUMMARY:Rough and Ready Book Launch x The Sadies Live
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, March 27\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\nTickets: $30 General Admission or $90 including a signed copy of the Rough and Ready book\, a custom Rough & Ready bandana made by Canadian designer Hayley Elsaesser\, and one beverage. \nGet ready for an unforgettable night celebrating the gritty\, rebellious\, and often surprising history of the cowboy boot with the book launch of Rough and Ready: A History of Cowboy Boots\, paired with a live performance by Canadian icons\, The Sadies.  \nAccompanying our current exhibition\, Rough & Ready: A History of the Cowboy Boot\, Rough & Ready is a definitive history book that tracks cowboy boots from the early cattle trails to contemporary fashion\, revealing the diverse craftsmanship that continues to shape and influence contemporary culture across the world. Books will be available for purchase\, and author and BSM Director & Senior Curator Elizabeth Semmelhack will be in attendance\, signing copies. \nCome for the history\, stay for the music\, and leave inspired by footwear that’s walked through rodeos\, rebellions\, and rock shows. \nAgenda\n7:00 pm – Doors open\n8:00 pm – Remarks from author Elizabeth Semmelhack\n8:15 pm – The Sadies\n9:15 pm – Reception and book signing\n10:30 pm – Museum closes  \nBUY TICKETS \n\nABOUT THE BOOK \nWritten by BSM Director & Senior Curator\, Elizabeth Semmelhack and published by Rizzoli\, Rough and Ready includes engaging narratives\, insightful interviews with Lee Miller\, Lisa Sorrell and Jamie Nudie\, and vibrant images that showcase the evolution of the cowboy boot through five transformative eras: “Real” explores multicultural origins and the authentic cowboys who wore them; “Rodeo” examines Western mythmaking through Wild West shows\, early film\, and dude ranches; “Rhinestone” delves into country western music\, Nudie Cohn’s designs\, and the shifting archetypes from Gene Autry’s moral code to John Wayne’s tougher persona; “Right” investigates the boots’ emergence as luxury commodities during the Reagan years and Urban Cowboy phenomenon; and “Reclaimed” presents contemporary reinterpretations from the Western-inspired fashion of Beyoncé and Pharrell Williams to modern bootmakers. Complementing the authoritative foundation are in-depth essays by BSM Curator and Manager of Exhibitions\, Nishi Bassi\, and Assistant Professor of Indigenous Knowledges and Fashion Design\, Parsons School of Design\, Justine Woods.\n\n\nABOUT THE AUTHOR: \nElizabeth Semmelhack is the Director and Senior Curator of the Bata Shoe Museum\, where she has curated over twenty exhibitions\, including the blockbuster traveling exhibition Out of the Box: The Rise of Sneaker Culture. Previous titles include Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting Edge Kicks\, and Collab: Sneakers x Culture. Elizabeth applies her extensive cultural and art history background to guide the Museum’s mission forward while exploring the multiple roles and meanings of footwear through innovative exhibitions. With over 20 exhibitions curated\, Semmelhack has helped transform the Bata Shoe Museum into an internationally recognized center for footwear scholarship\, revealing how shoes illuminate our understanding of diverse social\, political\, and cultural histories across time and geography.\n\n\nABOUT THE SADIES: \nThe Sadies are Toronto-based country-rock veterans who have been blending cosmic Americana\, garage psychedelia\, and surf-infused twang since 1994. The band currently consists of Travis Good\, Sean Dean\, and Mike Belitsky\, carrying forward a legacy built alongside founding member Dallas Good\, who passed away unexpectedly in 2022. Sons of Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame members The Good Brothers\, the band merges their deep roots in traditional country with punk-fueled energy and experimental edge. \nKnown for extensive collaborations with artists like Neko Case\, Blue Rodeo\, Jon Langford\, Gord Downie\, and Neil Young\, The Sadies have built a reputation for both their own acclaimed recordings and as one of North America’s most versatile backing bands. Their 2022 album Colder Streams\, created with Dallas Good\, won the Juno Award for Adult Alternative Album of the Year and was shortlisted for the 2023 Polaris Music Prize\,  cementing their status as Canadian music icons whose genre-defying sound continues to captivate audiences worldwide.\n \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/rough-and-ready-book-launch/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20251114T204633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T203410Z
UID:15837-1774702800-1774711800@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Shoe Design 101
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, March 28\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $30 \nStep into the world of footwear design with Shoe Design 101\, a hands-on introductory course led by Toronto-based designer and shoemaker Jasmine Martins. In this workshop\, participants will learn the foundations of shoe design — from sketching silhouettes and choosing materials to understanding proportions and construction techniques.  \nGuided by Jasmine\, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to start drawing up your own shoe collection. Perfect for beginners and fashion enthusiasts alike\, this class offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process that brings footwear to life. Join us for this inspiring session and take your first step toward becoming a footwear designer. \nInstruction\, materials\, and museum access all included \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \n\nABOUT JASMINE MARTINS: \n \nJasmine Martins is a Toronto-based footwear designer known for her vibrant\, made-to-order creations that celebrate individuality\, colour\, and craftsmanship. Trained at the University of the Arts London and Arsutoria in Milan\, Jasmine blends traditional shoemaking techniques with modern design sensibilities. Since launching Jasmine Martins Footwear in 2020\, she’s built a growing reputation for bespoke shoes\, freelance design\, and thoughtful collaborations that bring personal stories to life through design.\n \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/shoe-design-101/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260410T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260410T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250714T191041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T210319Z
UID:15622-1775840400-1775854800@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Late Night at the BSM: Button Making
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, April 10\, 2026\nTime: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with General Admission \nUnwind after hours at the Bata Shoe Museum with a relaxed evening of creativity. The museum will stay open late\, inviting you to be inspired by the current exhibits and explore self-expression through button making — a simple\, hands-on craft inspired by the shapes\, colours\, and textures found in the museum’s footwear collection. \nDesign and create your own wearable art using collage\, drawings\, or found imagery. No experience needed and ll materials are provided — just drop in\, get inspired\, and take home a piece of your own design. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/late-night-at-the-bsm-3/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity,Front Page,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20251114T204019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T203654Z
UID:15850-1775912400-1775921400@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Perfume Creation with Orris Labs
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, April 11\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $70 \nIn celebration of André Perugia: A Design Legend Unveiled—and inspired by Perugia’s own ventures into perfumery—Orris Labs invites you to create your own signature fragrance in this immersive\, hands-on workshop. \nGuided by expert perfumers\, you’ll explore many fragrance notes and learn the art of scent blending\, from balancing top\, heart\, and base notes to layering aromas that reflect your individual style. As you craft your one-of-a-kind perfume\, discover how elegance\, innovation\, and artistry connect the worlds of footwear and fragrance. \nMuseum admission\, materials\, instruction\, and light refreshments are all included. Limited spots available — reserve your place for this exclusive multisensory experience today. This workshop is recommended for 18+. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \n\nABOUT ORRIS LABS: \nOrris Labs is a Canadian-owned perfume and cologne workshop that offers a hands-on experience in the art of fragrance creation. Participants are guided through the fascinating world of perfumery\, learning about scent notes\, blending techniques\, and the history of fragrance. With access to over 50 different oils and aromatic compounds\, guests have the opportunity to experiment and craft a personalized scent that reflects their individual style and personality\, all under the guidance of an experienced perfumer. \nProudly Canadian\, Orris Labs partners with local suppliers and small businesses to support growth\, sustainability\, and community vibrancy within the Canadian economy. By taking part in an Orris Labs workshop\, guests not only leave with their own custom fragrance and a deeper appreciation for the art of perfumery but also contribute to the success of local enterprises across the country. \n\nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/perfume-creation-with-orris-labs/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250807T154354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T164333Z
UID:15626-1776510000-1776517200@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Live Fashion Illustration 101
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $50 \nLearn the unique art of live fashion illustration with Toronto-based illustrator Nessa Lilly\, known for capturing the elegance and energy of fashion moments. Inspired by the Bata Shoe Museum’s new exhibition André Perugia: A Design Legend Unveiled\, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to bring fashion to life through quick\, expressive sketches in 5 minutes or less. Nessa will guide participants through the dynamic process of live fashion illustration — a rare skill that blends speed\, intuition\, and artistry to capture style in motion to create original editorial style portraits.   \n\nIn this workshop you will:  \nLearn how professional illustrators capture movement\, texture\, and design in real time\, creating a complete drawing in less than 5 minutes\nPractice gesture and proportion techniques inspired by Perugia’s sculptural shoe forms\nGain insight into what it’s like to work as a live fashion illustrator at shows\, events\, and brand activations\n\nNo prior drawing experience is needed — just curiosity and creativity. This is a unique opportunity to learn a skill rarely taught in traditional art programs\, while exploring the legacy of one of fashion’s most innovative designers. \nCan’t make it? We’ll be hosting another workshop with Nessa on May 20. \nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \n\nABOUT NESSA LILLY: \n \nNessa Lilly is a Toronto-based fashion illustration studio led by Vanessa Lilly\, whose career spans live fashion illustration\, high-profile brand collaborations\, and fine art fashion pieces. With a deep interest in fashion\, Vanessa transitioned from a successful ten-year career in the industry to her illustration business\, now working with prestigious clients such as Goop\, Saks Fifth Avenue\, Levi’s\, and Bobbi Brown. Vanessa’s fine art underscores her versatile and artistic vision. Through her work\, Vanessa continues to blend artistry and fashion\, creating pieces that resonate with elegance.\n \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/fashion-illustration-101-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Front Page,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20250714T193534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T210312Z
UID:15845-1777122000-1777134600@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Fuzzy Slipper Making
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, April 25\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: $200 \nGuided by designer and educator Jennifer Allison\, you’ll learn the foundations of footwear construction while crafting your own pair of fuzzy slippers — perfect for unwinding in style or adding a handmade statement piece to your wardrobe. \nWorking with plush faux furs\, memory foam insoles\, and durable rubber outsoles\, you’ll cut\, assemble\, and finish your slippers with both comfort and design in mind. Strap placement will be tailored directly on your feet\, ensuring a fit that feels as good as it looks. With two upper design options and a curated selection of colours and prints\, you’ll create a pair that reflects your unique style! \nNo prior experience is required — all tools and materials are provided. \n\nBring your creativity and curiosity\, and you’ll leave with: \nA finished pair of handmade fuzzy slippers\nFoundational skills in footwear construction\nThe confidence to continue crafting at home\n\nThis workshop is recommended for 18+. Registration for this workshop ends on April 19 at 11:55pm EST\nBUY YOUR TICKETS  \nABOUT THE FACILITATOR:\n\nABOUT JENNIFER ALLISON: \n \nJennifer Allison is a designer\, curator\, and educator with over 15 years of international experience in fashion\, footwear\, and fine art. \nShe has led design teams for companies such as Pour La Victoire in New York and ALDO Group in Montreal\, before founding the Art and Sole Academy—Canada’s first full-time shoemaking school. \nToday\, as Director and Curator of the WKP Kennedy Gallery\, she curates exhibitions\, mentors emerging artists\, and develops inclusive cultural programming.  \nExpanding on this dedication to creativity and craft\, Jennifer is in the midst of launching her newest venture\, SELF MADE—a DIY lifestyle brand that empowers makers to slow down\, make time for themselves\, and ultimately make their own statement.\n \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/fuzzy-slipper-making/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Front Page,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190523
CREATED:20251114T202333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T203613Z
UID:15639-1777204800-1777219200@batashoemuseum.ca
SUMMARY:Earth Day at the BSM
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, April 26\, 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Bata Shoe Museum\, 327 Bloor St. W.\nTickets: Included with Free Sundays admission\, registration is encouraged \nCelebrate Earth Day at the Bata Shoe Museum with fun\, eco-friendly activities for all ages. Discover how footwear impacts the environment in our engaging Footwear and the Environment presentations\, exploring sustainable practices and innovative designs shaping the future of shoes. Then\, get creative with special eco-friendly crafts including our shoelace coloring activity—a hands-on way to refresh your old shoes and give them a brand-new look while keeping them out of the landfill. Join us for a day of inspiration\, creativity\, and steps toward a greener future! \nAgenda\n12:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Eco Crafts (while supplies last)\n12:15 pm\, 2:00 pm\, 3:00 pm – Footwear and the Environment Presentation \nRSVP NOW \nPlease review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.
URL:https://batashoemuseum.ca/event/earth-day-at-the-bsm-2026/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drop In Activity
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