Local Artisans wares on display and available for purchasing plus live music featuring Avalon Valley! Refreshments available for purchase – cash only.

Welcome to the Cake Power Workshop! Come join us at for a fun-filled workshop of cake decorating and empowerment. Whether you’re a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this workshop is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth and a creative spirit. Learn new techniques, get hands-on experience, and unleash your inner pastry chef. Our […]

Join us for a delightful afternoon of Sweet Tea and Sunshine in the breathtaking historic gardens of Parkwood Estate! Surrounded by lush blooms, manicured lawns, and the timeless charm of this heritage site, this picnic is the perfect way to savor the beauty of nature and good company.   Indulge in refreshing sweet tea, a […]

Grab your favourite Teddy Bear and your favourite people and enjoy an evening on the grounds of Parkwood Estate! Participate in our scavenger hunt, take a photo with our life sized Teddy Bear in our photo area and enjoy a live story reading! Get ready for some incredible entertainment as well! Balloon animals, Snow Princess […]

A social hour to reminisce about Dawson’s past, while viewing selected photos and film from the DCM collection. All welcome! Refreshments provided.

We Lived, Felt Dawn, Saw Sunset Glow is a concert piece for voice and guitar created by Juno-nominated and Queen’s Diamond Jubilee-awarded composer/playwright Mike Ford.  Described as a “solo troubadour opera,” it was commissioned by Guelph Museums for events commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Liberation in Europe, including this world debut at Backyard Theatre. Conceived as […]

We Lived, Felt Dawn, Saw Sunset Glow is a concert piece for voice and guitar created by Juno-nominated and Queen’s Diamond Jubilee-awarded composer/playwright Mike Ford.  Described as a “solo troubadour opera,” it was commissioned by Guelph Museums for events commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Liberation in Europe, including this world debut at Backyard Theatre. Conceived as […]

We Lived, Felt Dawn, Saw Sunset Glow is a concert piece for voice and guitar created by Juno-nominated and Queen’s Diamond Jubilee-awarded composer/playwright Mike Ford.  Described as a “solo troubadour opera,” it was commissioned by Guelph Museums for events commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Liberation in Europe, including this world debut at Backyard Theatre. Conceived as […]

The Museum Auxiliary will be hosting a mini Summer Tea at the Chateau on Thursday July 17th, starting at 3pm. The Chateau provides a casual and cozy setting for this event, and has limited seating of 24 spots. The cost is $25 per person (cash only) and a visit to the museum and gallery are […]