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 […]

Listen in to Guelph Pipe Band practices starting at approximately 7:00 pm. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.

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 […]

In these concerning times of uncertainty, celebrating the Canadian spirit is more important than ever. The 16th Annual Contemporary Art Exhibition expresses the true nature of Canada, its ideals, beliefs and symbols, its peoples, culture and everything in-between. From its first peoples to its most recent, Canadians have a story to tell about what our […]

It’s time to get “Wild About Art!” This Mini Maker session will have kids combining their artistic creativity with the nature found in their own backyard! For ages 9-12, children will take away a homemade wind chime, leaf painting and a seed mosaic. Contact the Museum of Northern History at 705-568-8800 or manager@northernhistory.ca to register, […]

Free Parking at Fort Willow Conservation Area this July 11 & 12 As part of Historic Places Day, we are offering free parking for Fort Willow on July 11 & 12!   Visitors will be able to enjoy “Fort Willow Reimagined,” a series of five 3D signs accompanied by a guided audio tour that depicts […]

This summer, Green Gables Heritage Place welcomes L.M. Montgomery and the Spirit of Place, a new exhibit by Island artist Susan Christensen. From June 3 to October 30, Christensen will paint live in the Green Gables Visitor Centre, interpreting Montgomery’s poetry on canvas. Each painting in the series is paired with a literary response by […]

Join us for a unique evening free of charge, where the worlds of art and sport come together under one roof. From Easel to Arena celebrates the creative spirit behind athletic legacy through an exhibition of artworks. Hosted at the New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame, this one-night event showcases rarely seen artwork inspired by, […]