March Break Art Party
Guelph Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaExperience creativity and community through hands-on play, friendly connections, and artistic exploration. Inspired by the exhibition Art as We Are: Creative Community Care, each day during March Break will feature a mix of interactive experiences, including: Museum-Wide Scavenger Hunt Artifact ID challenge Craft Activation Classic Toys & Games, 10 a.m-12 p.m. Storytelling, 10:30 a.m. Behind-the-Scenes…
Gunner City: Military Presence in Guelph
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaLieutenant-Colonel Miguel Ortiz-Sosa, the commanding officer of Guelph’s 11th Field Regiment, is our guest speaker. In times of conflict, Guelph and Wellington County responded to the call of collective defense every time. Lt. Col. Ortiz-Sosa will illustrate the history of the 11th Field Regiment which is the institutional representation of the Canadian Armed Forces in…
Canceled Heart Felt with Lisa Byers
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaJoin us for an enriching workshop with Lisa June Byers, a Certified Aromatherapy Health Professional and award-winning designer. Byers, of mixed Ojibwe, Scottish, and Irish ancestry, is the creative force behind LJ Turtle Aromatherapy, known for specialty aromatherapy blends and handcrafted essential oil diffuser accessories. In this workshop, you'll learn to needle-felt a heart-shaped aromatherapy diffuser,…
Fourth Friday: Miranda Journey
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaFourth Fridays burst with a celebration of music, history, creativity and community connection. Each month, enjoy free admission to the Civic Museum from 5–9 pm, with live performances starting at 7 pm. For our March Fourth Friday the effervescent Miranda Journey will bring a special spark to the stage. A gifted storyteller, she incorporates unique sonic…
PD Day: Celebrate Spring
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaLeap into Spring and take inspiration from the blooming flowers! Make your own forever-bouquet with pipe-cleaners, felt, and other textiles. Enjoy toys and games. Explore the entire museum, and take quick 15-minute Behind-the-Scenes tours of collections vaults
Pysanka Egg Decorating Workshop
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaUkrainian artist Nataliia Kuchka teaches the rich traditions and symbolism behind the ancient art form of pysanka as participants learn the intricate wax-resist technique to create beautifully decorated eggs. This hands-on workshop offers beginners and experienced artists a unique opportunity to explore Ukrainian culture and craftsmanship in a welcoming setting. All materials provided. Spaces are…
Tales From the Hill: Guelph Guild of Storytellers
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaTales from the Hill is presented by the Guelph Guild of Storytellers and features a guest teller in addition to Guild tellers. The evening includes hot cider, light refreshments, and conversation. Guests are invited to register a telling or participate during the open mic storytelling. Tales from the Hill runs on the second Wednesday or Thursday…
Explore the Reformatory Grounds Walking Tour with P. Brian Skerrett
Guelph Reformatory 785 York Rd, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaJoin a guided tour of the Ontario Reformatory grounds, led by P. Brian Skerrett, guest-curator of the exhibition Darkness and Light: Inside the Ontario Reformatory, on view now at Guelph Civic Museum. For over 100 years, the Ontario Reformatory/Guelph Correctional Centre was embedded in the lives of the people of Guelph. Explore the site during…
