History Bites: Hope and Healing, A Conversation with Tracey-Mae Chambers
ONLINEAt noon on Wednesday, October 20, Guelph Museums Curator Dawn Owen will host History Bites: Hope and Healing, a one-hour podcast-style conversation with Métis artist Tracey-Mae Chambers that dives deeper into…
Military Lecture: The No. 2 Construction Battalion – Keeping History and their Legacy Alive
ONLINEThis month we welcome Sergeant Craig Marshall Smith, M.O.M to present The No. 2 Construction Battalion - Keeping History and their Legacy Alive. This lecture will speak to the history of…
Fifth Friday Trivia with Jen & Paul Barson
ONLINEFrom the team that brings you free Fourth Friday concerts at Guelph Museums, comes virtual Fifth Friday Trivia nights hosted by Jen and Paul Barson. This husband-and-wife duo are a…
Scottish Diaspora Tapestry: Canadian Content
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaFor a limited time only, 38 Canadian panels from the Scottish Diaspora Tapestry will be on display at the Civic Museum. The installation includes panels dedicated to the City of Guelph and to Lt. Col. John McCrae. The Scottish Diaspora Tapestry was initiated in 2014 to engage communities around the globe in celebration of Scottish…
History Bites: Remembrance Commemorations in Australia and Canada—a Chat with Julie Baird, Director of Newcastle Museums
ONLINEJoin us for History Bites: Remembrance Commemorations in Australia and Canada—a Chat with Julie Baird, Director of Newcastle Museums At noon on Wednesday, November 17, Val Harrison, Guelph Museums Visitor Experiences…
Military Lecture: The War Diaries of General David Watson
ONLINEDr. Geoff Jackson will discuss the diaries of General David Watson. The presentation will focuses on the evolution of military leadership and associated challenges that Watson (and his peers) faced…
Hilltop Shop Spotlight on Judith Nasby
Guelph Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaOn Saturday, December 4th at 2 p.m Judith Nasby joins us for a talk on her new book: The Making of a Museum. Judith will present a brief reading and will be available afterwards for those who would like their copy signed. The Making of a Museum will be available for purchase in the Hilltop…
History Bites: From the Vault – Toys and Games of Guelph
ONLINELet's have some fun! On December 15 from 12 - 1 pm, join Visitor Experiences Assistant Anna as she gives you an up close and personal look at some of the toys in our collection. From twentieth century dolls, to wooden skill-based toys, this session is sure to open your eyes to how Guelphite's played…
