Events Calendar

Join us for a program in the galleries once a month when we discuss the life and times of a famous or infamous person or event from the past. Free admission. No reservations required.  

Enjoy this special presentation and learn about the history of the LGBTQ+ community in Toronto and Canada as our Museum Coordinator explores the legacy of laws that promoted prejudice, the reforms that allowed for change and progress, and the work that still needs to be done to achieve equality on a global scale. This presentation...

Kick off Canada Day with a morning stroll through the village of Glen Williams with local historian Mark Rowe. The tour will conclude with plenty of time to secure a good spot to watch the noon parade through the village.

We will NOT be open this Canada Day. Please note our Canada Day Open House is temporarily postponed. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience. Keep an eye out for future dates, and we look forward to welcoming you soon. Join us for the special Canada Day public opening of Freeman Station! After years of careful...

Come Celebrate with us! Come join us for the day for a celebration of the 150th anniversary since a light was installed on Pt. Porphyry Island in 1873. We will have an acknowledgment, ceremony, speakers, dignitaries, and refreshments. Tours will be provided. Catch the charter from Silver Islet. Celebrating 150 years since the first lighthouse appeared...

Explore the Town of York on foot with our Museum Coordinator! Imagine a Toronto where the tallest building is only three stories high, where Lake Ontario reaches Front Street, where the wagon wheels grind through the muddy roads, the air smells of smoke and animal, and the surrounding lands is farms, fields, and forests. This...

Join the Thunder Bay Museum for a reception celebrating the opening of an exhibit titled Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think. The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society is pleased to announce our hosting of a travelling exhibition titled Behind Racism: Challenging the Way We Think. Designed and fabricated by the Ontario Science Centre in...

The Science North Bluecoats are bringing Stellar Science to the Mattawa Museum on Wednesday, July 12th from 10 am until 4 pm. Exhibit will be outside under the tent. Admission is free. Explore the science of space with 6 interactive tables filled with hands-on activities! Join the Science North Bluecoats to learn all about planets,...

Agenda: --Brief Update --Guest Speaker: Nancy Ewen, "Genealogy: An Introduction to Family History, How to Start Your Search, & Much More" --Questions & Other For information contact us at elliotlakehistoricalsociety@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page. We look forward to seeing you there, family and friends!

Join us for the public opening of Freeman Station! After years of careful restoration and dedicated work by our volunteers, we are thrilled to invite you to explore this historic train station, which has been an essential part of Burlington's landscape since 1906. ‍During your visit, you can expect to: -- Take a tour of...

Join Heidi Breier from Paper Powered for a fun and easy introduction to recycled papermaking! In this workshop, Heidi will guide you from pulling a sheet of paper, through adding embellishments and exploring a variety of techniques. Participants will go home with a selection of beautiful, unique, handmade paper, and a new appreciation for an...

Presented by Natasha Henry Assistant Professor, African Canadian History, Department of History, York University Lectures are $10 for the general public or free for members of the Niagara Historical Society. Call to reserve your spot as seating is limited.

The Beach & East Toronto Historical Society presents Walking Tours with historian and Beach Metro News columnist Gene Domagala. Meet 1 p.m. at the north-west corner of Woodbine and Danforth Avenues. Walk will continue to Dawes Rd.

Join us for a program in the galleries once a month when we discuss the life and times of a famous or infamous person or event from the past. Free admission. No reservations required.  

The Craigleith Heritage Depot and Mountain Goat Film Company have released a full-length documentary on Blue Mountain Pottery titled "Blue Clay”. The latest local history film from our REEL History series, and international winner of the 2023 Telly Awards. Explore the unique shapes, colours, places and faces of Blue Mountain Pottery. Made from the clay...

Sign-ups will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday July 28th at the OPG booth under the tent outside of the Museum. The first 44 people that sign-up will partake in the tour. The tour is free of charge and sponsored by Ontario Power Generation and First Student Bus Lines. The bus will...

Help us celebrate our 125th anniversary! Speakers & Entertainment: Paul Weber Trio - Songs About Ottawa's History; Connie Gunn, The Women's Canadian Historical Society of Ottawa (WCHSO) : Beginnings & Legacy. Refreshments, Walking Tours, Door Prizes! Special Guests: Albert Dumont & James Powell. Tickets: $20/members & guests; $25/non-members. Advanced registration required. Tickets available via Eventbrite.

Learn to dress a goose feather and the teachings of caring for your feathers. Teachings on smudging with your feathers! Drumming With Community to follow rain or shine! Call the Mattawa Museum (705-744-5495) to reserve your free kits. Donations accepted to the Mattawa Museum. The workshop will be held under the canopy tent beside the...