China through the Lens of John Thomson (1868-1872) and The Mactaggart Art Collection: Beyond the Lens are two exhibitions that explore life in 19th century China presented by the University of Alberta Museums at the U of A Museums Galleries at Enterprise Square.

China through the Lens of John Thomson (1868-1872), an exhibition organized by Betty Yao MBE and on loan from the Wellcome Library in London, UK,  features photographs by Scottish photographer and traveller John Thomson of his visits to China in the 19th century.

While Thomson was able to capture the everyday life of China during this time, The Mactaggart Art Collection: Beyond the Lens represents a portion of Chinese life John Thomson would not have been able to witness. This exhibition features the Mactaggart Art Collection and includes textiles, works of art and other items from Imperial China. The Mactaggart Art Collection: Beyond the Lens is guest curated by John E. Vollmer.

Date: Friday, March 18, 2016

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (short program at 7:30 p.m.)

Location: University of Alberta Museums Enterprise Square Galleries (10230 Jasper Ave, Edmonton)

RSVP required 780 492 5834