News Release: February 13, 2019
FREE Admission to the Annual Family Day Event at Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
Brampton, ON (February 13, 2019): PAMA invites family and friends to attend the annual Family Day event FREE of charge Monday, February 18 from 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
CREATE your own ‘polar bear winter scene’, an abstract inspired scratch board art work or get hands-on with local artist, Mosa McNeilly to add your personal creativity to community art project based on the Underground Railroad quilt codes.
CONNECT with family and friends for a storytelling performance by award-winning, internationally known jazz and blues vocalist Diana Braithwaite and multi-instrumentalist, nine-time Maple Blues Award Winner for Best Horn Player of the Year, Chris Whiteley. Diana and Chris will perform Sugar & Gold, Story of Underground Railroad in Canada. Performances at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
EXPLORE our newest gallery exhibitions Ronald Bloore: Black and White and North is Freedom.
Photo for use courtesy of Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives
PAMA is a place to explore and learn about Peel Region’s culture and heritage, as well as use conversation, questions and stories to help make new and fascinating connections to the surrounding community. Throughout the year, PAMA offers a variety of workshops and programs for all ages, families and adults. With so many different programs to choose from, PAMA has something for everyone. Operated by the Region of Peel, PAMA is located at 9 Wellington St. E., in Brampton. Visit pama.peelregion.ca to learn more.
Media Contacts
Lisa CoxCommunications Specialist
Region of Peel
905-791-7800, ext. 4615
Erin Fernandes
Marketing Co-ordinator
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives
905-791-4055, ext. 7596
Erin Fernandes
Marketing Co-ordinator
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives
905-791-4055, ext. 7596
About Peel Region
In 2024, Peel Region marks its 50th anniversary. Peel Region works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe, and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon. Peel's services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information explore peelregion.ca and follow us on X @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.
On December 13, 2023, the Ontario government announced that Peel Region will not be dissolved, and that Bill 112 legislation will be updated to reflect service delivery in Peel. Services for residents and businesses will continue without interruption. For updates and more information, visit Peel's transition page.
