Backyard Theatre: McCrae in the Mirror
McCrae House 108 Water Street, Guelph, OntarioMcCrae in the Mirror is a dramatic flight of fancy inspired by the life, work and renowned storytelling panache of Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae. Playwright Mike Ford animates well and lesser-known aspects of Guelph's most famous son in a provocative voyage through the mists of the past.
Piping Evenings with Guelph Pipe Band
McCrae House 108 Water Street, Guelph, OntarioMcCrae House is pleased to welcome back Pipe & Drum Evenings with the Guelph Pipe Band! Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Pipe Band practicing at McCrae House Memorial Gardens. In 2022, they are celebrating 100 years!
It Happened Here: The Train Arrives in Guelph
ONLINEIn this episode of It Happened Here, Ken Irvine dives into the history of the railway in Guelph.
Guelph Pipe Band: Celebrating 100 Years
Guelph Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, OntarioThe creation of a pipe band was inspired by the Guelph Burns Club, which celebrated poet Robbie Burns in the local Scottish diaspora. To fund the band, a Tag Day campaign raised $72 and the Victoria-Guelph Chapter of the Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire collected $500. The Guelph Pipe Band was officially formed in the fall of 1922.
History Bites: From the Vault – Getting Dressed in Guelph, Part 2
ONLINEIn this episode of History Bites: From the Vault, Visitor Experiences Assistant Anna takes a close look at a few dresses from the turn of the 20th century.
Guelph Pipe Band Concert
McCrae House 108 Water Street, Guelph, OntarioThis year, the Guelph Pipe Band celebrates their 100th Anniversary! On Wednesday, September 14 the Guelph Pipe Band will perform a concert in full regalia at McCrae Memorial Gardens.
Iron Willed: Women in STEM
Guelph Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, OntarioThis travelling exhibition from Ingenium Canada recognizes the crucial role of women in STEM. Through text and images, the display tells the stories of historical and contemporary Women in STEM, their scientific contributions, as well as their challenges in the face of persistent systemic barriers.
History Bites: Iron Willed – Women in STEM
ONLINEGuelph Museums Curator Dawn Owen is in conversation with Dr. Joanne O'Meara, and local participants from our newest feature exhibition Iron Willed: Women in STEM.
