Xplore Hart House

Chat with Art Museum staff and find out about current exhibitions, public programs, and opportunities to get involved with the Art Museum! Grab freebies and participate in a raffle for a chance to win an Art Museum tote bag with our bestselling art publications.

11:00 am – 3:30 pm (20-minute tours, at the start of every hour)

The Hart House Art Collection Mini Tours offer visitors a unique opportunity to explore the rich and diverse art collection housed at Hart House, featuring works by renowned Canadian artists. Each tour delves into the history, significance and stories behind select pieces, making it an enriching cultural experience for all attendees.

Drop-in and join us to play badminton and have some fun! Learn more about the Fitness Centre and the daily programming that is hosted.

12–1 pm, 2–3 pm

Join us in the Fitness Centre for a basketball shootout. In this fun competition you will see how many shots you can make from the free throw line in 30 seconds. The person with the most points at the end of the day will win a prize!

Join the Hart House Student Ambassadors for button making! Stop by and make a button for yourself.

In our Button Making Workshop, get your craft-on by designing your own button with glitter, colouring, stickers and more. Button making machine and button supplies will be provided (Empty Button, color pencil/pens, stick glues etc.).

Discover the magic of personalized digital art with Jones Amare Au-Duke, one of the visionary artists behind “First 50: Toronto’s Hip Hop Architects” poster presented in collaboration with Roots Rhymes Collective. Jones Au Duke is a local Toronto artist, born and raised in Scarborough. His fresh perspective on art and his 80s retro approach keeps Jones’ art demographically flexible while still being insightful and different. With unwavering commitment, technique and personality, Jones Au Duke is poised to leave an indelible mark on the art world. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to transform your image into a captivating digital portrait!

In-person tours: 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm

Looking for an interactive experience to get to know Hart House? Look no further! Shake up your orientation this year and join us for an in-person scavenger hunt using an online platform. Our scavenger hunt missions will help you get to know Hart House and the surrounding area, build community and of course… have fun! Let's go on a scavenger hunt!!

Prefer to take a tour with a guide? Our Information Services team will be leading in-person tours around the House every hour on the half-hour. Listen for the DJ announcement or make your way to the Information Services desk just before the tour time.

How to Play:

1. Download the Goosechase iOS or Android app.
2. Choose to participate as a guest, or register for a personal account with a username & password of your choice.
3. Search for and select the Xplore Hart House Experience, or search for join code LKBGE1.
4. Follow the prompts to select or create your player profile.

*Please note there is a limit on the number of users in the experience. If the game is full, please join another activity and join us later.

Pop on by the Hart House Theatre Bean Bag Toss and learn about everything the Theatre has to offer. Chat with staff and hear how you can get involved with everything at Hart House Theatre while celebrating the end of summer with this classic lawn game. The Theatre has everything from dancing to acting, playwriting and panels, and you can be a part of it all. Toss a bean bag and win a prize! Bonus throws will be awarded if you are brave enough to belt out a theatrical tune or quote your favourite Shakespeare.

Step into the world of henna artistry with U of T student, Fizzah Chowdry. Fizzah uses henna sourced from nature itself. No chemicals, no additives — just pure, earthy goodness. Come and explore this beautiful form of self-expression! 

Hart House Hospitality Services invites campus and community to the table to celebrate, socialize, and enjoy! We offer a variety of different options and services to satisfy every palate. Visit our team to learn more about dining and event bookings at Hart House. Find us in the Quad!

Come unplug, chill out and take a break in this rest and wellness space. Enjoy a self-directed meditation or take some quiet time for yourself to recharge.

Relax with us by booking a 10-minute massage between 11 am –2:30 pm. Your 10-minute shoulder massage will take place in a chair, fully clothed. Drop-in during the event to sign up for a slot. In-person sign-ups open at 11 am.

Ready to infuse your life with lush greenery? Look no further! Our first plant sale of the year is here, and it’s your chance to transform your space into a calming oasis. Whether you’re a dorm dweller or an office jungle enthusiast, we’ve got the perfect plants for you.

Drop by the Hart House Farm Committee Plant Sale in the Hart House Quad and grab a few houseplants that are easy to care for, look fabulous, and will help you feel good as well. The plants are reasonably priced from $5 and up.

Remember, it’s first come, first served. Quantities are limited, so don’t miss out. Swing by the Hart House Quad and grab your leafy companions. Debit and credit only.

Visit the Hart House Camera Club's Sun Printing Station to engage in the historical art of cyanotype! Bathed in sunlight, this station merges creativity with science, enabling participants to craft striking blue and white prints. Using sunlight, treated paper, and objects or negatives, you will engage in a hands-on process where you arrange your compositions to create one-of-a-kind cyanotype prints. The Sun Printing Station will offer insights into photography's roots while fostering your artistic expression and creativity!

Hart House is about community and bringing people together through the arts, dialogue and wellness to learn more about themselves, one another and the world we all share. Find our Welcome Booth in the Quad to find out how you can get involved outside the classroom, chat with our great staff, and learn something new about Hart House!

Work at Hart House and gain valuable real-world experience and transferable skills that will help build your resume and your community. Positions are available across Hart House, so be sure to come through and connect with our Hart House Human Resources team to find out more.