Join us for a special conversation with Vasundhara Pradip Madhumita, Conservator at the Museum of Vancouver! Ms. Madhumita will share insights from her career in conservation and her work across diverse heritage projects and institutions in India and North America. As a graduate of the Delhi Institute of Heritage Research and Management, Vasundhara has worked […]
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Join us for the launch of our new exhibit at the Sikh Heritage Museum, Chandra Bodalia’s Legacy: The History and Heritage of Gurdwaras in BC, curated by the South Asian Studies Institute! Affectionally nicknamed, the ‘Smile Catcher’, Chandra Bodalia was a prominent member of the South Asian community in B.C.’s lower mainland area, and was […]
This exciting exhibition explores Mississauga’s rich musical landscape, highlighting the diverse voices, cultures, and communities that have shaped its sound. From local legends to grassroots movements, the exhibition showcases the ways music connects people, builds identity, and reflects the evolving story of Mississauga. Through artifacts, stories, and interactive experiences, visitors will discover how music continues […]
Immerse yourself in the intricate and beautiful world of Indigenous beadwork at Spirit Seeds. Curated by Indigenous artist Naomi Smith (Chippewas of Nawash, Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario), this exhibition presents a rich visual exploration of beadwork from the Woodlands and Great Lakes Regions and present-day examples of the art form. Tiny glass seed beads hand-sewn onto pieces ranging from […]
A celebration of local Trochu artists, past and present, will showcase music, paintings, needlework, quilts, woodwork, pottery and more.
Presenting RAILFest 2025! RAILFest is a first-of-its-kind event that has fun for parents, kids, and kids-at-heart: A giant model train display made with more than 100,000 LEGO® bricks. Thousands more LEGO® bricks to build your own creations to add to the display. Daily prizes for standout creations. New This Year: Display of rare historic CPR […]
Step into history with the Dalnavert Museum’s Metis history walking tour! Join our guides as they take us through downtown and see fascinating glimpses into Métis history. Learn about the beginnings of the Red River Métis during early colonial period and how they led their daring resistance against the Canadian government under the leadership of […]
Stop by for Second Saturdays, a free program inviting families to explore the past! On the second Saturday of every month, learn to play a Victorian-era game, explore the historic house at your own pace with a self-guided tour, and finish the afternoon with some crafts! Drop in any time from 10 AM – 4 […]
Take a step into history with our Walk Through Thyme Garden Tour. An addition to our regular house tour, our Walk Through Thyme Garden Tour will take you through our beautiful garden and the history behind it. Tour starts at 10:00am Thursdays-Sundays
Take a walk on the wild side and explore the dark secrets that made Winnipeg the ‘Wickedest City in the Dominion.’ Get a glimpse into a different side of Winnipeg’s history with a legal red light district, corrupt mayors, murder most foul, and the largest unsolved robbery in Western Canadian history.