Peonies in Bloom Mactaggart Art Collection Tours

Join us to view objects from Peonies in Bloom: A Selection of Art and Textiles from the Mactaggart Art Collection online exhibition in person, as well as never-before-exhibited textiles. Curator Isabel (Pi-Fen) Chueh will lead a tour of peony-adorned textiles and works of art from the Mactaggart Art Collection. Learn more about the symbolism of peonies in Chinese culture and textile production during the Qing Dynasty.

There are four public tours available – each tour will showcase the same content and information. If you wish to bring a guest, they must register to receive their own registration confirmation.

Tour Dates and Times:

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 – 12:00 pm to 12:50 pm MST

Saturday, May 20, 2023 – 10:00 am to 10:50 am MST

Saturday, May 20, 2023 – 11:30 am to 12:20 pm MST

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 – 2:00 pm to 2:50 pm MST

Note: Tour attendance will be capped at 15 individuals. Masks will be required on the tour. There are accessibility limitations while visiting the Mactaggart Art Collection, please email museums@ualberta.ca with accessibility questions or concerns.