Saturday, May 10, 2008 – 10 a.m. to Noon

Children are invited to participate in this fascinating silhouette workshop. Silhouettes – or shades, as they were also called – date back to the 1700s and had their heyday in the 19^th century. For many years, silhouettes were a way for the general public to possess a portrait of a loved one.

Participants in this workshop will learn about the art of silhouettes as they make and decorate a framed profile of themselves. This keepsake provides a snapshot of a particular time in your life and makes an ideal gift for Mother's Day.

Tickets for the workshop are $10 per child – the fee includes art supplies and a picture frame. To register, please call Fulford Place at 613-498-3003.

Fulford Place – a National Historic Site – is owned and operated by the Ontario Heritage Trust, an agency of the Government of Ontario, dedicated to identifying, preserving, protecting and promoting Ontario's heritage.

For more information about Fulford Place and other Trust activities, call 416-325-5000.

For more information or to make a reservation, please contact:

Pamela Brooks
Coordinator, Eastern Ontario Museum Sites
Ontario Heritage Trust
Fulford Place
287 King Street East
Brockville, Ontario
Telephone: 613-498-3003
E-mail: fulford@heritagetrust.on.ca