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Hamilton
Hamilton
Now through to September 4, 2010
Exhibit: From the Ground Up at the Hamilton Children's Museum
1072 Main St. East in Gage Park
What comes out of the ground tells us a-lot about who we are and about the world around us. This interactive hands-on exhibit will feature an archaeological dig, themes in geology (that's rocks and minerals) and the story of Mary Anning, famous fossil hunter. Discover interactive artifacts, use scientific equipment and explore!
Time: Regular admission hours apply.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.
For more information call (905)546-4848 or email:
childrensmuseum@hamilton.ca
Hamilton
Now through to September 4, 2010
Exhibit: Kitchen Works at the Hamilton Children's Museum
1072 Main St. East in Gage Park
This interactive exhibit is a kitchen theme. Kitchens are not just for cooking, inventions are made, good company is enjoyed and kitchen chemistry is always cooking. This exhibit encourages role play, problem solving and social interaction. Everyday, children will have the opportunity to experiment with Kitchen Chemistry using non-toxic items found in kitchen cupboards. Other activities include games, stories, recycling games and just play!
Time: Regular admission hours apply.
Ages: All
For more information call 905-546-4848 or Email: childrensmuseum@hamilton.ca
Hamilton
July 3 to September 5
Historic Kitchen Garden Tours
(Every Saturday and Sunday beginning July 3rd through Labour Day)
610 York Blvd.
11:00 am to 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Dundurn National Historic Site
Discover how the pastoral elegance of Dundurn's historic kitchen garden catered to the nutritional needs and aesthetic desires of the MacNab family 150 years ago. You will be delighted by informative stories and historic gardening knowledge conveyed by professional garden staff. The tour promises to be a pleasure for the mind and the senses.
Ages: All
Cost: $4.00 or free with regular admission.
For more information call (905) 546-2872 or email dundurn@hamilton.ca
Stoney Creek
September 25
Apple Festival
9:00 am to 4:30 pm
Fun in Battlefield Park Pancake breakfast,games,pumpkin decorating demonstrations,entertainmenttours of the Museum and Monument,apple goodies,and don't forget Battlefield Bake-Off.
Admission:Minimal charge for some activities. Free outdoor event. Regular admission rates apply to the museum.
For more information call (905)662-8458 or visit www.hamilton.ca/museums
Muskoka
Huntsville
January 1 to December 31
Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery Mural Festival
Huntsville Downtown Business Improvement Area
Hours: Daytime and some evenings
Explore Group of Seven replications in an outdoor gallery under open skies. Enjoy the Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery year round or visit during our Mural Festival & see 7 new murals as they painted.
For more information call (705)789-1400 or visit http://www.huntsvilleadventures.ca/
Niagara Region
Queenston
October 4 to 5
A Work in Progress – 2010 NHSAO Conference
14487 Niagara Parkway
You are invited to attend A Work in Progress, the 2010 National Historic Sites Alliance for Ontario (NHSAO) Conference, from October 4th to 5th at the picturesque Willowbank National Historic Site in Queenston, Ontario.
We are delighted to have Christopher Newton, Founding Director of the Shaw Festival as this year’s keynote speaker. Spaces are limited and early bird registration ends on August 6th 2010. Be the first to reserve a room at one of Niagara’s Finest Inns’ luxury hotels at a spectacular conference rate of $119.00! The deadline to register for the 2010 NHSAO Conference will be September 30th 2010.
For more information, please contact NHSAO Coordinator at nhsao@ontario.ca.
http://www.willowbank.ca/content/national-historic-site/nhsao-conference
Simcoe County
Barrie
September 18
Nine Mile Portage Heritage Festival
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Take a journey back in time to celebrate the historic Nine Mile Portage. Enjoy re-enactments, demonstrations, children's activities and take a hike along the Nine Mile Portage Heritage Trail.
For more information call (705)783-4285 or visit www.barrie.ca
Waterloo Region
Baden
Starting April 1, 2010
Exhibit: Timeless Toys
Castle Kilbride, 60 Snyder’s Rd. W., Baden
“Timeless Toys” exhibit starts April 1 with teddy bears, trains, trucks. Sale of Peter Etril Snyder limited edition prints of the Castle, which he says was “God’s Eye view executed after a trip in a small plane,” is a new fund-raising initiative. Cost is $140. See the print at www.snyder-gallery.com-search for Castle Kilbride. 100% of sales supports the Castle Kilbride Trust Fund. More information: 519-634-8444 or www.castlekilbride.ca
Baden
July 1 to December 30
Exhibit: Timeless Toys at Castle Kilbride National Historic Site
60 Snyder's Rd W
Open weekend and holiday afternoons from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm
The Timeless Toys exhibit features treasured and remembered toys from the late 1870s to the 1990s.
For more information call 1-800-469-5576, email castle.kilbride@wilmot.ca or visit www.castlekilbride.ca
Kitchener
Current
Joseph Schneider Haus, Program
466 Queen St. S., Kitchener
www.region.waterloo.on.ca/jsh
Call 519 742-7752 for a brochure with this year’s many events and dates.
The Spring Lecture Series explores artifacts as measures of culture and time: Wednesdays, 7:30 pm, March 31, April 14, 21 and 28.
“To You With Love” through May is an assemblage of heart-decorated artifacts from the museum’s Folk Art collections.
JSH Backyard Tourists trips are May 6, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16. Call 519 742-7752 for information, itineraries and to pre-register for these enjoyable and educational journeys.
Kitchener
May 1 Opening
Doon Heritage Village
10 Huron Road
Will be open daily, 10 - 4:30
Open May 1 to December, 2010
See displays about and from the new Waterloo Regional Museum to be opened in 2011. www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon
Kitchener
May 22 on
The Victoria Park Gallery Opening
Victoria Park, 83 Schneider Ave.
opens May 22 and will be open weekend and holiday afternoons, 1 - 4:30 until October. Contact rychmills@golden.net or 519-742-4990. See the historical displays of Berlin/Kitchener/Victoria Park ... people, books, artifacts, pictures, post cards.
Victoria Day in Victoria Park celebrates Queen Victoria’s 191st Birthday May 24 at 11 a.m. at the monument. At noon is a concert featuring the Kitchener Musical Society Band. Explore The Gallery afterwards.
Kitchener
September 28
Waterloo Historical Society Meeting -- David’s Grand Adventures!
Conestoga College, Room 2A301, 299 Doon Valley Drive
7:30 pm, Doors open at 7
David Menary is a Cambridge author who has just published The River and the Railroad about his growing up years exploring the fascinating landscape along the Grand River between Blair and Galt. People are beginning to recognize what a diverse and special piece of land exists on that part of the Grand’s riverscape and how it has affected the history of the area. He also invites people to come and share their stories of the area.
Directions: Homer Watson Boulevard to Conestoga College Boulevard, which becomes Doon Valley Drive. Look for Parking Lot 6 and follow the WHS signs to door 3 of the main building. Parking is free. Contact rych mills for information.
Maryhill
June 6 to September
Edward Halter House and Museum, Maryhill
Near St. Boniface Church
Open Sundays, 1:30 - 4, June 6 through September. Genealogy research material, history books, the museum and the old walled cemetery across the street are four of many reasons to visit and learn from members of the Historical Society of St Boniface and Maryhill Community. Information from Diane Strickler dstrickler@continuum.org
Waterloo
July 10 to September 26
The Noble Experiment: Temperance & Prohibition
City of Waterloo Museum - Located at Conestoga Mall between the Bay and Galaxy Theatre
Wednesday to Saturday - 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Canadians have been arguing about alcohol for at least two hundred years!
This fascinating exhibit tells the story of those who championed temperance....and of those who fought it every step of the way.
For more infomation call (519) 885-8828 or visit www.waterloomuseum.ca
Wellington County
Guelph
September 5
Guelph Arts Council: Historical Walking Tours - Brooklyn and the College Hill
108 Water St, McCrae House
2:00 pm
This tour takes participants to the south side of the Speed River to explore one of Guelph's early industrial sections, formerly known as Brooklyn, as well as the College Hill area that developed around the Ontario Agricultural College. The tour includes some of the city's best examples of masonry and stone carving.
$3.00 per person.
For more information email gac@sentex.net or call (519) 766-9212
www.guelpharts.ca/guelphartscouncil
Guelph
September 12
Guelph Arts Council: Historical Walking Tours - Ward One Guelph (New in 2009)
Tytler School, Toronto St entrance (off York Rd near York Rd Park.)
2:00 pm
This tour of the area southeast of the downtown, between the Speed and Eramosa Rivers, reveals the rich variety of historic architecture and the diversity of peoples who formed Guelph. Particular attention is devoted to residential/industrial proximity and the city’s early Italian community.
$3.00 per person.
For more information email gac@sentex.net or call (519) 766-9212
www.guelpharts.ca/guelphartscouncil
Guelph
September 19
Guelph Arts Council: Historical Walking Tours - Downtown Walkabout
6 Dublin St, Guelph Civic Museum
2:00 pm
The present downtown centre of Guelph, with its wide main street, provides a compact walking tour which includes many buildings and sites of considerable historical and architectural interest.
$3.00 per person (Fee does NOT include admission to Guelph Museums.)
For more information email gac@sentex.net or call (519) 766-9212.
www.guelpharts.ca/guelphartscouncil
Guelph
September 26
Guelph Arts Council: Historical Walking Tours - The Slopes of the Speed
100 Norfolk St, Guelph Public Library
2:00 pm
This tour explores the slopes of the Speed River between Norwich and Macdonell Streets, where many of Guelph's largest and most distinguished historic homes are located.
For more information email gac@sentex.net or call (519) 766-9212
www.guelpharts.ca/guelphartscouncil
Guelph
October 3
Guelph Arts Council: Historical Walking Tours - Altar and Hearth in Victorian Guelph (Lower Half - Part 2 of 2)
100 Norfolk St, Guelph Public Library
2:00 pm
This tour provides a glimpse of the Victorian era in Guelph. Covering the area west of Norfolk Street, between Essex Street and London Road, the tour includes several historic stone churches and many historic homes representing a variety of architectural styles.
NOTE: This tour is offered in two parts [(lower) and (upper)] on alternating dates - Part 1, August 29 & part 2, October 3.
For more information email gac@sentex.net or call (519) 766-9212
www.guelpharts.ca/guelphartscouncil
Guelph
October 10
Guelph Arts Council: Historical Walking Tours - Brooklyn and the College Hill
108 Water St, McCrae House
2:00 pm
This tour takes participants to the south side of the Speed River to explore one of Guelph's early industrial sections, formerly known as Brooklyn, as well as the College Hill area that developed around the Ontario Agricultural College. The tour includes some of the city's best examples of masonry and stone carving.
$3.00 per person.
For more information email gac@sentex.net or call (519) 766-9212
www.guelpharts.ca/guelphartscouncil
Guelph
October 17
Guelph Arts Council: Historical Walking Tours - Ward One Guelph (New in 2009)
Tytler School, Toronto St entrance (off York Rd near York Rd Park.)
2:00 pm
This tour of the area southeast of the downtown, between the Speed and Eramosa Rivers, reveals the rich variety of historic architecture and the diversity of peoples who formed Guelph. Particular attention is devoted to residential/industrial proximity and the city’s early Italian community.
$3.00 per person.
For more information email gac@sentex.net or call (519) 766-9212
www.guelpharts.ca/guelphartscouncil
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Durham Region
Whitby
September 18
Heritage Day
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Heritage wagon tours, historic mercantile and displays, native village, farmer's market, local Chef Food Festival, entertainment, petting zoo, pony rides, games, Free kids games, crafts and activities.
For more information call (905)460-4300 or visit www.downtownwhitby.ca
Toronto
Etobicoke
September 9
Etobicoke-York Heritage Fair
4709 Dundas Street W. at Islington Ave.
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
In conjunction with the Annual Corn Roast at Montgomery’s Inn, 4709 Dundas Street W. at Islington Ave. In addition to the fabulous corn, there will be burgers, hotdogs and desserts, as well as an antique sale.
For more information visit www.torontohistoricalassociation.org
North York
September 8, Wednesday
Milling about Ontario
North York Historical Society Monthly Meeting
Willowdale United Church, 349 Kenneth Ave.
7:30 pm
Speaker: John Warburton
The industrialization of the province with a focus on local-powered grist mills. The presentation will include how the mills worked, where they were, and where they are. www.nyhs.ca
Toronto
September 8
Tollkeepers Cottage September Lecture Series
Jacques and Hay, 19th Century Toronto Furniture - Makers
With examples from her own collection, by Norie Jacobs
Tollkeeper's Cottage, northwest corner of Davenport Rd. and Bathurst St.
7 pm
This series of 4 lectures on Wednesday nights provides insight into the lives and history of Toronto's early residents. Held in The Purchase by contacting 416-515-7546 or pick up on Saturdays when the museum is open, or at the door. $15 or $50 for 4. More information
Toronto
September 8
Milling About Ontario
Willowdale United Church, 349 Kenneth Ave
7:30 pm
John Warburton will speak on the industrialization of the province with a focus on local-powered grist mills. The presentation will include how the mills worked, where they were, and where they are.
For more information contact Teresa den Boef at (416)227-9559 or by email at nyhs.programs@gmail.com
Parking available. Visitors welcome.
Toronto
September 11
The Queen’s York Rangers (1st American Regiment) present: The Battle of Brandywine Parade
Fort York
4 to 6:15 pm
Joins us to commemorate the Battle of Brandywine and the Battle of Queenston Heights. The parade will feature the The Queen’s York Rangers, Regimental Pipes, Flute and Drum Corps, the Old Guard who represent the unit’s Revolutionary War period and two Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps affiliated with the Regiment. There will also be military displays and a show by the Queen’s York Rangers re-enactors. In attendance will be The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, The Honourable David C. Onley, Lt. General Leslie and Major General Fraser.
Free admission
Toronto
September 15
Tollkeepers Cottage September Lecture Series
Eating on the Move: From First Nations to Newcomers by Author and expert Dr. Dorothy Duncan
Tollkeeper's Cottage, northwest corner of Davenport Rd. and Bathurst St.
7 pm
This series of 4 lectures on Wednesday nights provides insight into the lives and history of Toronto's early residents. Held in The Purchase by contacting 416-515-7546 or pick up on Saturdays when the museum is open, or at the door. $15 or $50 for 4. More information
Toronto
September 16
Cemeteries: Overlooked Heritage Assets - Revelations on benefits by expert Marjorie Stuart.
750 Davenport Rd
7:00 pm
Community History Project - Lectures at the Tollkeeper’s Cottage - 2010 September series - Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Series Tickets are $50 (for four lectures) or Single Lecture $15. Coffee/Tea served free. Single or Series Tickets may be purchase at the Tollkeeper’s Cottage Museum on any Saturday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. or may be reserved by calling the Community History Project at 416-515-7546.
Toronto
September 18
York Pioneer and Historical Society Annual Bus Trip
A full day excursion to points east of Toronto will include Parkwood Estate (a tour and tea), Pickering Museum Village (lunch), the Oshawa Community Museum and more. Please join York Pioneers and their friends for a fun-filled day.
Bus Pick-up: there will be three pick-up points (west, central and east) that are easily reached by TTC and/or have parking if you drive.
Cost: the price/person (not yet finalized), in the $65-$70 range, includes museum admissions, tea and lunch. More details coming soon!
Contact us at yorkpioneers@gmail.com
Toronto
September 22
Tollkeepers Cottage September Lecture Series
Cemeteries: Overlooked Heritage Assets: revelations on benefits by expert Marjorie Stuart
Tollkeeper's Cottage, northwest corner of Davenport Rd. and Bathurst St.
7 pm
This series of 4 lectures on Wednesday nights provides insight into the lives and history of Toronto's early residents. Held in The Purchase by contacting 416-515-7546 or pick up on Saturdays when the museum is open, or at the door. $15 or $50 for 4. More information
Toronto
September 25
Symposium – Daniel Grafton Hill III: His Life and Work
Founders Assembly Hall – York University, 4700 Keele St
9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Daniel Grafton (Dan) Hill III was the first Director of the Ontario Human Rights Commission, a pioneer in the field of African Canadian history, and a social activist.
Presented by S.P.A.C.E., “Spotlighting and promoting African Canadian Expereinces” an initiative of The Harriet Tubman Institute, York University, York Lanes 353 and Ontario Black History Society.
To confirm attendance for catering purposes please reply by September 13 to tubman@yorku.ca or contact the Tubman Institute at (416)736-2100 ext. 33058
Toronto
September 27
When the Landlords Became Tenants, The 1828 Council at Fort York with the Mississauga
Fort York
7:30 pm
On 30 January 1828, three leading Mississauga chiefs –Ajetance from the Credit River to the west of York; Sunday from the Bay of Quinte to the east; and Paudash from Rice Lake to the northeast – met in Council at Fort York. The Indian Agent bluntly informed the Mississauga that, contrary to the Mississaugas’ own understanding, the British now owned the land on which their communities stood.
In his illustrated talk Donald Smith, recently retired from the University of Calgary and the author of Sacred Feathers (University of Toronto Press, 1987), a biography of Mississauga chief Peter Jones, will review the history of the Mississauga in the early and mid-19th century. Responding to his presentation will be a review of the Mississauga history by a historian and community leader from today’s Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation. (www.newcreditfirstnation.com).
Cost $9 (including HST)
Toronto
September 29
A New Look and New Insights on the Shoreline and Island - by lawyer Jane Fairburn.
750 Davenport Rd
7:00 pm
Community History Project - Lectures at the Tollkeeper’s Cottage - 2010 September series - Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Series Tickets are $50 (for four lectures) or Single Lecture $15. Coffee/Tea served free. Single or Series Tickets may be purchased at the Tollkeeper’s Cottage Museum on any Saturday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. or may be reserved by calling the Community History Project at 416-515-7546.
Willowdale
October 13
An Exploration of Downsview Park's Heritage – presented by the North York Historical Society
Downsview United Church, 2822 Keele St
7:00 pm
SPEAKER: Kathryn McLeod, M.A.
Parking Available & Visitors Welcome.
For more information call Teresa den Boef (416)227-9559 or email nyhs.programs@gmail.com
Willowdale
November 10
York University in North York: The Early Years – presented by the North York Historical Society
Willowdale United Church, 349 Kenneth Avenue
7:30 pm
SPEAKER: Michiel Horn, Ph.D.
Parking Available & Visitors Welcome.
For more information call Teresa den Boef (416)227-9559 or email nyhs.programs@gmail.com
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Brant County
Brantford
October 23 & 24
Come and celebrate Canada's 2010 Year of the British Home Child with us!
Smokey Hollow Estates, 114-118 Powerline Road
The Brantford County Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society will be holding an open house on:
Saturday, October 23rd from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday, October 24th from 1 to 8 p.m.
Admission $2.00 per person.
Come, meet and talk with other descendants. Renew acquaintances. Make new friends.
Put faces to the names on Rootsweb, and wear your t-shirt and a name tag so we'll know you! Everyone welcome!
- Our adjacent library will be open.
- Meals will be available both days at $7.00 per person. Saturday: lunch 12-2, dinner 4-6 & Sunday: dinner only 4-6
For more information call (519)753-4140, email brantogs@bellnet.ca
http://brantcountybranchogs.ca
http://brantcountybranchogs.ca/RoadMap.html
Bruce County
Southampton
September 14
Forestry Series: Bus Tour
Leaving from 33 Victoria St. North
9:30 am to 5:30 pm
A bus tour to explore and learn about the diverse forests of the Bruce Peninsula (a box lunch is included). Tour begins in Southampton, with pick up available in Sauble Beach, Hepworth & Wiarton.
Pre registration and payment must be made by July 13, 2010.
In conjunction with organizations such as Bruce Resource Stewardship Network, Grey Sauble Conservation, Saugeen Valley Conservation, and the County of Bruce Forestry Department, and in keeping with the Museum’s theme of wood for 2010, this forestry series encompasses once-a-month forestry related presentations and a bus trip to explore and learn about forest species and habitats of the Bruce Peninsula.
This program is open to everyone that has an interest in forestry topics and wishing to learn more. We are pleased to have OPG as our program sponsor – The Ontario Power Generation.
Ticket Purchases:
Series Package Tickets (includes the bus tour and all lectures) – $99 (savings of $37) Series Ticket purchases must be made by February 9th
Individual Tickets – $20 for Feb. 9 presentation (includes meal & presentation) and $8 per additional presentation or workshop and $60 for the bus tour (value of $136)
Purchase your tickets at the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre by calling (519)797-2080, toll-free, 1-866-318-8889. VISA, MasterCard, Debit, Cash, Cheque are accepted.
Southampton
October 12
Forestry Series: Sustainable Forestry: Looking back and looking forward
33 Victoria St. North
7:00 pm
In conjunction with organizations such as Bruce Resource Stewardship Network, Grey Sauble Conservation, Saugeen Valley Conservation, and the County of Bruce Forestry Department, and in keeping with the Museum’s theme of wood for 2010, this forestry series encompasses once-a-month forestry related presentations and a bus trip to explore and learn about forest species and habitats of the Bruce Peninsula.
This program is open to everyone that has an interest in forestry topics and wishing to learn more. We are pleased to have OPG as our program sponsor – The Ontario Power Generation.
Ticket Purchases:
Series Package Tickets (includes the bus tour and all lectures) – $99 (savings of $37) Series Ticket purchases must be made by February 9th
Individual Tickets – $20 for Feb. 9 presentation (includes meal & presentation) and $8 per additional presentation or workshop and $60 for the bus tour (value of $136)
Purchase your tickets at the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre by calling (519)797-2080, toll-free, 1-866-318-8889. VISA, MasterCard, Debit, Cash, Cheque are accepted.
Essex County
Belle River
September 17 to 19
Rendezvous Belle Riviere, Belle River
Hours: Varies
Rendezvous Belle Rivière is a new event to celebrate our community's rich French heritage.This authentic event will celebrate the wine, music, food, language and rich history of the area's French.
For more information call (519)728-4624 or visit www.rendezvousbelleriver.com
Lambton County
Mooretown
September 19
Downriver Craft Sale
94 Moore Line
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Get an early start on your holiday shopping at this sale featuring over 50 tables of quality handmade crafts. A food booth is available on-site so that you can enjoy lunch and keep on shopping!
Admission: Adult $2.00; Children under 13 free when accompanied by an adult.
For more information call 519-867-2020 or email lmason@twp.stclair.on.ca
Perth County
Perth
September 15
Perth Scotland’s 800th Anniversary with Glen Tunnoch – presented by the Perth Historical Society
Call (613)264-0094 for more information.
www.perthhs.org
Perth
September 18
Visit to the Historic Mill in Delta (The Perth Historical Society)
3:00 pm
You are invited to join us for a guided tour of this National Historic Site, which is celebrating its 200th anniversary this year. The three-story mill, which is the oldest pre-1812 mill in Ontario, has been beautifully restored to operating condition - with quality interpretive displays. We will meet at the mill in Delta at 3:00pm. If you require transportation or would like more information call (613)264-0094 for more.
www.perthhs.org
Perth
October 20
St. James Church, Perth - Chapter Two with Glenn Lockwood
Call (613)264-0094 for more information.
Presented by the Perth Historical Society
www.perthhs.org
Perth
November 17
Canada's European War Memorials - PDCI Student Visits with Tim Zander
Call (613)264-0094 for more information.
Presented by the Perth Historical Society.
www.perthhs.org
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