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Doors Open After Dark

Civic Museum | April 25 5-11:59 PM

Register Now! New School Program

Heritage Hall | May 12-16

Darkness and Light: Inside the Ontario Reformatory

Civic Museum | Until July 13

Art as We Are: Creative Community Care

Civic Museum | Until July 13

Revelations From The Collection

Civic Museum | Until July 13

Explore our three historic sites, or peruse our online resources and experiences

Moving Histories exhibit photo. A silent film projector is shown in a green room surrounded by artifacts and cases

Exhibitions

Explore exhibitions that inform, challenge, delight, and inspire.

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Photo of a tea set up in the backyard of McCrae House. The table is set for two, with two vintage tea cups, a bowl of fruit, and scones.

Events

Enjoy an event at the museum. We have talks, tours, family fun and more!

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Musings

This is our blog. You’ll find sneak-peeks, interviews, and reflections.

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What's On

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History on the Hill

Located in the renovated Loretto Convent, Guelph Civic Museum holds thousands of artifacts that tell Guelph’s story.

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Remembrance

McCrae House is the birthplace of John McCrae (1872-1918), doctor, soldier, and author of “In Flanders Fields”.

Lest we forget
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All aboard

Canada’s most photographed locomotive – a 1940s engine and tender – is on display at John Galt Park.

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Museum everywhere

Stay connected with Guelph Museums. Anytime, anywhere. Lectures, music, exhibitions, and activities for all ages.

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