January 9th, 2010
Fakes & Forgeries: Yesterday and Today
Date: January 9th, 2010 to April 4th, 2010
Location: Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen's Park, 100 Queen's Park
Can you tell the true artifact from the fake? This interactive exhibition presents 115 real and fake objects that run the gamut from historical specimens and cultural artifacts, to household items and designer name brands. Included is educational information about pirated computer software as well as a section on counterfeit currency. Visitors learn how to tell authentic pieces from sly forgeries and discover the fascinating lengths forgers will take to hoodwink the unwary.
