MARKHAM, ON – September 24, 2021 – The City of Markham is pleased to welcome visitors back to the Varley Art Gallery and the Markham Museum to experience arts and culture safely this Fall.
“We are delighted to welcome the community back for safe and enjoyable cultural experiences at our award-winning art gallery and museum,” said Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti. “This Fall, we are excited to reopen our doors and celebrate our bold personality and vibrant mix of attractions that reflect the community’s dynamic and multicultural identity. Welcome back!”
Starting September 25, the Varley Art Gallery will reopen for self-guided tours of Elusive Desires: Ness Less and Florence Yee and Subject/Object/Process: Works from the Permanent Collection. Both exhibits are on view until January 2, 2022. Admission is free.
Starting October 6, the Markham Museum will reopen for self-guided tours of its 25-acre outdoor grounds. Take in the sights of the apple orchard, gardens, historic buildings and more. Admission fees apply.
Pre-book your visits at markham.ca/culture.
Proof of full vaccination will be required to enter the Varley Art Gallery and the Markham Museum grounds by all visitors who are 12 years of age and older. Provincially defined medical exemptions apply.
When entering, you must show:
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Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccination receipt or other government issued vaccination record indicating that you are fully vaccinated, and 14 days past your second shot;
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Identification which includes name and date of birth (photo ID is not required); and,
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Proof of completion of City of Markham COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire on your mobile device or a printed copy.
The Markham Museum, Varley Art Gallery and Flato Markham Theatre continue to offer a variety of virtual programs that can be enjoyed at home.
Looking for more outdoor cultural experiences? Take a stroll through Markham’s neighbourhoods and explore the City’s public art collection.
Throughout the pandemic, the City of Markham has taken a balanced and cautious approach to reopening in order to help keep our community safe.
Requiring all visitors who are 12 years of age and older to be vaccinated provides safer arts and culture experiences and keeps our community safe. The health and safety of our visitors, community and our staff remains our number one priority as we navigate the pandemic.
Vaccines are safe, effective and are the best way to protect yourself and others from serious illness. For more information about how to get vaccinated, visit york.ca/covid19vaccine.
Markham’s Contact Centre continues to respond to inquiries about municipal services and programs at customerservice@markham.ca and 905.477.5530, Monday to Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM.
For more information and updates about COVID-19 and affected City services, visit markham.ca/covid19.
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Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti's Office:
Bryan Frois, Chief of Staff at bfrois@markham.ca or 416.567.1177.
All other media inquiries / interview requests for the City of Markham:
Jennifer Yap, Coordinator, Communications and Media Relations at jyap@markham.ca or 437.229.2450.
For COVID-19 announcements from the City of Markham:
Visit
markham.ca/covid19 or listen to 105.9 The Region – Markham’s information and emergency radio station.
About Markham: Markham, an award-winning municipality with over 351,000 residents and the largest of nine communities in York Region, is home to over 650 corporate head offices and more than 1,500 high tech and life science companies. Markham is a leader in attracting foreign direct investment with more than 240 foreign companies located in the City. Founded in the 1790s, today Markham is Canada’s most diverse community and enjoys a rich heritage, outstanding community planning and services, and a vibrant local economy. Markham has received the Excellence Canada Gold Award for Organizational Quality & Healthy Workplace, and multiple heritage and environmental awards.
Stay Connected: Visit our newsroom or search #MarkhamNews and #MarkhamEvents for the latest information on City programs, services and event.
MARKHAM, ON – September 24, 2021 – The City of Markham is pleased to welcome visitors back to the Varley Art Gallery and the Markham Museum to experience arts and culture safely this Fall.
“We are delighted to welcome the community back for safe and enjoyable cultural experiences at our award-winning art gallery and museum,” said Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti. “This Fall, we are excited to reopen our doors and celebrate our bold personality and vibrant mix of attractions that reflect the community’s dynamic and multicultural identity. Welcome back!”
Starting September 25, the Varley Art Gallery will reopen for self-guided tours of Elusive Desires: Ness Less and Florence Yee and Subject/Object/Process: Works from the Permanent Collection. Both exhibits are on view until January 2, 2022. Admission is free.
Starting October 6, the Markham Museum will reopen for self-guided tours of its 25-acre outdoor grounds. Take in the sights of the apple orchard, gardens, historic buildings and more. Admission fees apply.
Pre-book your visits at markham.ca/culture.
Proof of full vaccination will be required to enter the Varley Art Gallery and the Markham Museum grounds by all visitors who are 12 years of age and older. Provincially defined medical exemptions apply.
When entering, you must show:
-
Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccination receipt or other government issued vaccination record indicating that you are fully vaccinated, and 14 days past your second shot;
-
Identification which includes name and date of birth (photo ID is not required); and,
-
Proof of completion of City of Markham COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire on your mobile device or a printed copy.
The Markham Museum, Varley Art Gallery and Flato Markham Theatre continue to offer a variety of virtual programs that can be enjoyed at home.
Looking for more outdoor cultural experiences? Take a stroll through Markham’s neighbourhoods and explore the City’s public art collection.
Throughout the pandemic, the City of Markham has taken a balanced and cautious approach to reopening in order to help keep our community safe.
Requiring all visitors who are 12 years of age and older to be vaccinated provides safer arts and culture experiences and keeps our community safe. The health and safety of our visitors, community and our staff remains our number one priority as we navigate the pandemic.
Vaccines are safe, effective and are the best way to protect yourself and others from serious illness. For more information about how to get vaccinated, visit york.ca/covid19vaccine.
Markham’s Contact Centre continues to respond to inquiries about municipal services and programs at customerservice@markham.ca and 905.477.5530, Monday to Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM.
For more information and updates about COVID-19 and affected City services, visit markham.ca/covid19.
Related links:
-30-
Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti's Office:
Bryan Frois, Chief of Staff at bfrois@markham.ca or 416.567.1177.
All other media inquiries / interview requests for the City of Markham:
Jennifer Yap, Coordinator, Communications and Media Relations at jyap@markham.ca or 437.229.2450.
For COVID-19 announcements from the City of Markham:
Visit
markham.ca/covid19 or listen to 105.9 The Region – Markham’s information and emergency radio station.
About Markham: Markham, an award-winning municipality with over 351,000 residents and the largest of nine communities in York Region, is home to over 650 corporate head offices and more than 1,500 high tech and life science companies. Markham is a leader in attracting foreign direct investment with more than 240 foreign companies located in the City. Founded in the 1790s, today Markham is Canada’s most diverse community and enjoys a rich heritage, outstanding community planning and services, and a vibrant local economy. Markham has received the Excellence Canada Gold Award for Organizational Quality & Healthy Workplace, and multiple heritage and environmental awards.
Stay Connected: Visit our newsroom or search #MarkhamNews and #MarkhamEvents for the latest information on City programs, services and event.