OTTAWA-The public is invited to attend this year's summer concerts on the grounds of Rideau Hall. The concerts are free.
Sunday, July 27, 2008
1 p.m.
Band of the Ceremonial Guard
4 p.m.
Creaking Tree String Quartet (In collaboration with the 2008 Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival)
Sunday, August 3, 2008
1 p.m.
Band of the Ceremonial Guard
4 p.m.
True North Brass and the Rideau Lakes Brass Quintet (In collaboration with the 2008 Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival)
Rideau Hall Tours and Activities
The grounds of Rideau Hall are open from until October 15, daily, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and from October 16 to March 31, daily, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Walk through Canada's history at Rideau Hall, the historic residence and workplace of the governor general. Visit the ceremonial rooms where Canadians are honoured and dignitaries welcomed.
Relief of the Sentries is performed every hour on the hour, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily, until August 24.
All tours and Rideau Hall activities are free of charge. Rideau Hall is located at 1 Sussex Drive in Ottawa. More information about tours, activities, and the Summer Concert Series is available at www.gg.ca.
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Media information
Isabelle Serrurier
Rideau Hall Press Office
613-998-7280
www.gg.ca
www.citizenvoices.gg.ca
