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SUMMARY:Doors Open
DESCRIPTION:Doors Open Guelph celebrates local heritage by providing exclusive guided tours of heritage and cultural gems not typically opened to the public. Tours are free and available on a drop-in basis. Full details here
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/doors-open/
LOCATION:Ontario
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SUMMARY:Tales from the Hill: Guelph Guild of Storytellers
DESCRIPTION:Tales 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. \nTales from the Hill runs on the second Wednesday or Thursday of each month from October to May. \nGuests can arrive at 6:30 pm for casual socializing\, call to order at 7:00 pm for storytelling\, followed by time for more visits.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/tales-from-the-hill-guelph-guild-of-storytellers-15/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Explore the Reformatory Grounds Walking Tour with P. Brian Skerrett
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nFor over 100 years\, the Ontario Reformatory/Guelph Correctional Centre was embedded in the lives of the people of Guelph. Explore the site during this walking tour\, starting at Willowbank Hall\, constructed in 1915 as the Engineers Residence\, and continuing through the Beaux-Arts landscape envisioned by Architect John Lyle. Discover watercourses and ponds built by prison labour. Walk past field stone walls to multi-level terraces behind the 1923 Superintendents’ House. The tour will pause briefly at the main entrance of the Administration Building\, walk around to the guard tower and then proceed to the Chapel\, the last inmate-built building on the property\, before returning to Willowbank. \nThe walk will take approximately 60 minutes at a moderate pace. Much\, but not all the route is paved and on an incline. Please wear comfortable shoes. There are no washroom facilities on site. \nThis event requires preregistration on Eventbrite and is SOLD OUT. You can join the waitlist via the Eventbrite page. \nLeft to right (details): Soldiers in the Billiards Room at Speedwell Military Convalescent Hospital\, circa 1919 (Guelph Museums 1978.6.4); Painting created in 1985 by John J. Anishinabe\, a member of the Native Sons (Courtesy: Janny Nieuwland); Inmates riot in protest of the living conditions at the Ontario Reformatory\, 1952 (Guelph Museums 2014.1.1); “Hope” banner created by Reformatory inmates (Courtesy: Connie Shaw); Watching brook trout in a stream at the Ontario Reformatory (stonework by inmate labour)\, 1925 (Archives Ontario AO # B117492)
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/explore-the-reformatory-grounds-walking-tour-with-p-brian-skerrett-2/
LOCATION:Guelph Reformatory\, 785 York Rd\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1L1P4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T163000
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SUMMARY:Mother’s Day Tea
DESCRIPTION:Families can treat their moms to teatime together with scones\, sweets\, a bottomless pot of McCrae Private blend tea\, and live music at the Civic Museum. Seatings at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. \nPreregistration via Eventbrite is required.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/mothers-day-tea-9/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250517T130000
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SUMMARY:Sacred Space: Intuitive Nature Sculptures
DESCRIPTION:Sacred spaces are deeply rooted in our lineages as interfaces of our spirits with a place\, an ancestor\, or the divine. They can be anywhere from a woven textile\, a body of water\, a bedroom wall\, or a built structure where community gathers. They are as much an external space rich in meaning as they an internal release\, a place of belonging\, or a connection with kin. \nThis workshop draws from folklore and stories to look at what is held sacred to communities across different cultures\, tensions around the co-opted or appropriated\, and how we can reimagine sacred spaces in uncertain times.\nWe will use materials gathered from the land such as dried flowers\, moss\, seeds and driftwood as well as reclaimed South-Asian fabric\, to create intuitive sculptural pieces that can either live within or remind us of our sacred space.\nAll materials will be provided\, however you are welcome to bring a mug or vessel to create your world in\, along with any materials of personal significance that you would like to incorporate — a rock\, a piece of fabric\, a dried flower\, or a remnant of a place or person. \nThis workshop is suitable for ages 16+. Registration required on Eventbrite.\nPlease feel free to bring your own snacks. \nArtist Bio\nNimra (she/her) is a Pakistani community-engaged visual artist and maker of crafts. She grew up in Karachi and currently lives on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe\, Haudenosaunee\, and Attawandaron peoples\, in Cambridge Ontario. \nShe comes from a lineage of women who crafted with what they had\, appreciated and grew plants\, and valued the lives and stories of materials. She creates paints\, dyes\, and sculptural pieces with plants\, rocks\, shells\, and reclaimed fabrics while exploring our layered relationships with materials. She co-leads Reth aur Reghistan with her sister Manahil\, a multidisciplinary arts project that engages with folklore from Sindh through artmaking and poetry.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/sacred-space-intuitive-nature-sculptures/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250523T170000
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday: Zubayeer Swani
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling as acclaimed\, award-winning artist Zubayeer Swani  presents Love\, Longing & Devotion – A Journey Through Ghazal & Thumri. Swani will introduce the rich South Asian traditions of ghazal and thumri\, deeply expressive art forms that weave together history\, poetry\, and melody. \nGhazal\, known for its themes of love\, loss\, and longing\, and thumri\, a semi-classical genre celebrated for its lyrical beauty and romantic essence\, have captivated listeners for centuries. \nExperience the timeless words of legendary poets Ghalib\, Mir Taqi Mir\, Ustad Ghulam Ali Khan\, Ustad Barkat Ali Khan\, and more\, brought to life through Swani’s soulful renditions. Whether you are a longtime admirer of South Asian classical music or a newcomer eager to explore its beauty\, this Fourth Friday concert promises a night of deep emotion\, timeless poetry\, and musical brilliance. \nThis concert is part of the Fourth Friday event that takes place monthly at the Civic Museum. Free admission to the Museum starts at 5 p.m.\, with the concert starting at 7 p.m. \nCash bar.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/fourth-friday-zubayeer-swani/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250528T190000
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SUMMARY:Bioarcheology and Belonging: Interpreting the Baker Street Remains with Dr Megan Brickley
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation and discussion with Dr. Megan Brickley\, a leading expert in the bioarchaeology of human disease\, as she shares fascinating learnings from her study of skeletal remains uncovered from beneath Guelph’s former Baker Street parking lot. Discover what these early settlers can teach us about life\, hardship\, and resilience in 19th-century Upper Canada. Dr. Brickley will offer an inside look at her groundbreaking research and invite the community into a thoughtful conversation about the future of the remains once the study is complete. This is a rare opportunity to engage directly with the science\, the history\, and the humanity of this extraordinary initiative. \nSpace is limited. Preregister via Eventbrite. \nAbout Dr. Megan Brickley\n \nDr. Megan Brickley is a Professor of Anthropology at McMaster University and Canada Research Chair in the Bioarchaeology of Human Disease. Internationally recognized for her pioneering work on historical health and skeletal analysis\, she specializes in uncovering how disease\, diet\, and social conditions have shaped human lives over time. Her current work with the Baker Street remains offers an unprecedented look at early life in pre-Confederation Canada. \nImportant Note: Beginning Wednesday\, May 28 there will be construction on Cork Street between Norfolk Street and Dublin Street North which will take about five weeks to complete\, weather permitting. Access to the Civic Museum from the top of the hill (Cork and Dublin) will be maintained for the duration of the work.\nFull details here
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/bioarcheology-and-belonging-interpreting-the-baker-street-remains-with-dr-megan-brickley/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250601T130000
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SUMMARY:Reclaiming my SHYNE: an invitation to Black women\, Indigenous women and women of colour to embrace rest and cultivate more peace in their lives
DESCRIPTION:This 2-hour workshop centers around the maxim that rest is an act of resistance\, a radical form of self-care\, and a powerful tool for Black\, Indigenous\, and women/femmes of colour to reclaim their lives from the constant pressure to perform and produce. Inspired by the work of Black feminist thinkers like Tricia Hersey\, Audre Lorde\, and bell hooks\, we will explore the importance of rest\, its connection to resistance\, and practical ways to cultivate peace within our lives. This workshop will adopt an embodied approach\, inviting participants to engage in this powerful discussion of rest and reclamation. Participants can expect to: \n\nEngage in grounding\, meditative exercises that encourage deep rest and self-reflection.\nExplore the ways that hustle culture impacts their well-being and presents obstacles to rest.\nReflect on their own cultural practices that resist capitalism through rest\, play\, and community.\nDevelop practical tools to prioritize rest and ease in their daily lives.\n\nThis workshop is open to self-identified Black women/femmes\, Indigenous women/femmes\, and women/femmes of colour seeking to reclaim their sense of peace\, balance\, and self-care while actively resisting the destructive demands of capitalism and hustle culture. Participants are encouraged to bring their own “rest supports” to the workshop – this may include blankets\, pillows\, stuffed animals\, slippers\, or any other items that help them cultivate a sacred space during this rest practice. \nTickets can be purchased on Eventbrite \n  \nAbout the facilitator:\nAlexis Charles (she/her) is a passionate and visionary change-maker with over fourteen years of experience in the education and community development fields. Having been born and raised in the GTA\, she now lives in Guelph where she enjoys creating and leading opportunities that celebrate Black\, African/Caribbean\, and diverse identities in our community. Alexis is the founder and owner of SHYNE Body Butter\, a wellness brand that supports young women and femmes in the Guelph/Kitchener-Waterloo area through simple skincare\, education\, and empowerment. Her past experience includes serving as the Coordinator of Cultural Diversity Programs at the University of Guelph and Director of Programming with the Guelph Black Heritage Society. She has a Master of Education in Anti-Oppression Education and Community Development\, and is committed to addressing educational equities and supporting those traditionally underserved in academia. Alexis also loves to travel\, and lived in South Korea for three years. Some things that bring her joy are rollerskating\, HIIT workouts\, old school dancehall music\, and her cat Zora 🙂 \nImportant Note: On Wednesday\, May 28 construction commenced on Cork Street between Norfolk Street and Dublin Street North which will take about five weeks to complete\, weather permitting. Access to the Civic Museum from the top of the hill (Cork and Dublin) will be maintained for the duration of the work.\nFull details here
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/reclaiming-my-shyne-an-invitation-to-black-women-indigenous-women-and-women-of-colour-to-embrace-rest-and-cultivate-more-peace-in-their-lives/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Piping Nights at McCrae Memorial Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Listen in to Guelph Pipe Band practices starting at approximately 7:00 pm. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. \nVisitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/piping-nights-at-mccrae-memorial-gardens/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250606T170000
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SUMMARY:PD Day: Musical Moments
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy community music making\, explore music history\, make musical instrument crafts\, play in the Families Gallery\, and discover classic toys and games.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/pd-day-musical-moments/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250613T220000
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SUMMARY:Guelph and District Multicultural Festival Family Tent
DESCRIPTION:Join the Guelph Civic Museum and community partners in the Family Tent for a weekend of storytelling\, artmaking\, and community engagement. The Civic Museum will provide a drop-in creative activity for families. Visitors are invited to connect and create while reflecting on community and culture.  Come and enjoy craft\, connection and creativity as a community.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/guelph-and-district-multicultural-festival-family-tent/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, 709 Woolwich Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H7G6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185138
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SUMMARY:Guelph and District Multicultural Festival Family Tent
DESCRIPTION:Join the Guelph Civic Museum and community partners in the Family Tent for a weekend of storytelling\, artmaking\, and community engagement. The Civic Museum will provide a drop-in creative activity for families. Visitors are invited to connect and create while reflecting on community and culture.  Come and enjoy craft\, connection and creativity as a community.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/guelph-and-district-multicultural-festival-family-tent-2/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, 709 Woolwich Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H7G6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250615T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250615T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185138
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SUMMARY:Guelph and District Multicultural Festival Family Tent
DESCRIPTION:Join the Civic Museum and community partners in the Family Tent for a weekend of storytelling\, artmaking\, and community engagement. We will provide a drop-in creative activity for families. Visitors are invited to connect and create while reflecting on community and culture.  Come and enjoy craft\, connection and creativity as a community. \nVisit the Guelph and District Multicultural Festival site for more details.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/guelph-and-district-multicultural-festival-family-tent-3/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, 709 Woolwich Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H7G6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250620T210000
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SUMMARY:National Celebration of First Nations\, Inuit and Metis People
DESCRIPTION:The annual National Celebration of First Nations\, Inuit\, and Métis Peoples returns to Riverside Park from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Friday\, June 20 \nSince 1996\, many First Nations\, Inuit\, and Métis Peoples celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21 during the summer solstice. Additionally\, June is National Indigenous History Month—a time for all Canadians to reflect upon and learn the history\, cultures\, contributions and resilience of First Nations\, Inuit\, and Métis Peoples. With several powwows taking place across the province on June 21 this year\, the City has moved this event to the day prior. \nCall for vendors: guelph.ca/2025/05/call-for-indigenous-vendors-and-advisors-for-guelphs-national-celebration-of-first-nations-inuit-and-metis-peoples \nFull details: guelph.ca/nationalcelebration
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/national-celebration-of-first-nations-inuit-and-metis-people/
LOCATION:Riverside Park\, 709 Woolwich Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H7G6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T210000
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday: Emilyn Stam and John David Williams
DESCRIPTION:Fourth 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. Concerts will take place on the patio\, weather permitting. \nThis month\, experience the enchanting sounds of Guelph-based duo Emilyn Stam and John David Williams. Known for their unique blend of clarinet\, violin\, and accordion\, Emilyn and John David craft a sound that is steeped in European folk traditions and alive with contemporary creativity. \nHaving met in the vibrant Lemon Bucket Orkestra\, the duo has since carved out a distinctive musical path\, drawing inspiration from the social dance music of central France. Their performances are rich with storytelling\, improvisation\, and a deep respect for the traditions they carry forward. \nThis concert marks the release of their fourth album\, Iris—a collection of clarinet and violin renditions of dance tunes from the Limousin region of France. Audiences will be treated to selections from Iris alongside favorites from their previous albums\, including the Canadian Folk Music Award-nominated Honeywood and the whimsical The Farmer Who Lost His Cow. \nNote: There will be construction on Cork Street between Norfolk Street and Dublin Street North during this event. Access to the Civic Museum from the top of the hill (Cork and Dublin) will be maintained for the duration of the work.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/fourth-friday-john-david-williams-and-emilyn-stam/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Canada Day Tea at McCrae House
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy tea\, scones and a bottomless pot of tea in the peaceful backyard gardens at McCrae House National Historic Site. Under large pine trees\, experience McCrae Private blend tea or Town Garden blend tea\, served with scones\, whipped cream\, berries and special Canada Day-themed treats. \nSeatings at 10 am and 2 pm. Admission to the Museum is included. \nBook your tea time at Eventbrite.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/canada-day-tea-at-mccrae-house/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Canada Day: A Day of Reflection\, Connection\, and Community
DESCRIPTION:We recognize that people mark Canada Day in different ways\, and we invite you to spend it at the Civic Museum in community\, contemplation\, and creativity. \nBegin your day with a Guided Meditation with Alpa Acharya at 10:00 a.m. This 45-minute session – held outdoors on our patio\, weather permitting – starts with gentle stretching and breathing exercises\, followed by a meditation designed to cultivate unconditional love and a deep sense of interconnectedness. Together\, we’ll explore our infinite consciousness and our relationship with the universe. Feel free to bring a yoga mat. No sign-up necessary. \nAt 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.\, join Circle of Sound: A Drop-In Interactive Experience with Gary Diggins. In this engaging session\, Diggins will introduce world instruments and musical practices that foster connection and collaboration. Drum\, chant\, and celebrate in a communal circle of sound—no experience necessary\, just a willingness to listen\, play\, and be present. \nWhile at the Museum\, explore our exhibitions\, including Art As We Are: Creative Community Care\, Darkness and Light: Inside the Ontario Reformatory\, Where the Rivers Meet\, and The Families Gallery \nWhether you’re seeking quiet reflection or joyful connection\, the Civic Museum offers a welcoming space to mark Canada Day in a way that resonates with you. \nAdmission by donation \nImportant Note: There is currently construction on Cork Street between Norfolk Street and Dublin Street North. Access to the Civic Museum from the top of the hill (Cork and Dublin) is available and will be maintained.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/canada-day-a-day-of-reflection-connection-and-community/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Piping Nights at McCrae Memorial Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Listen in to Guelph Pipe Band practices starting at approximately 7:00 pm. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. \nVisitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/piping-nights-at-mccrae-memorial-gardens-2/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250716T200000
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SUMMARY:Piping Nights at McCrae Memorial Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Listen in to Guelph Pipe Band practices starting at approximately 7:00 pm. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. \nVisitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/piping-nights-at-mccrae-memorial-gardens-5/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Backyard Theatre: We Lived\, Felt Dawn\, Saw Sunset Glow
DESCRIPTION:We Lived\, Felt Dawn\, Saw Sunset Glow is a concert piece for voice and guitar created by Juno-nominated and Queen’s Diamond Jubilee-awarded composer/playwright Mike Ford.  Described as a “solo troubadour opera\,” it was commissioned by Guelph Museums for events commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Liberation in Europe\, including this world debut at Backyard Theatre. \nConceived as an integral composition reflecting no specific real-life individual\, battle\, war\, era\, or planet\, We Lived\, Felt Dawn\, Saw Sunset Glow is a musical-lyrical exploration of thoughts\, feelings\, and experiences of a fictional warrior\, inspired by soldiers’ writings from across the centuries. \nMuseum and cash bar open one hour prior to showtime. The performance is approximately 60 minutes. \nThis is Ford’s third original piece presented at Backyard Theatre\, after Sons of ’17 and McCrae in the Mirror\, works that went on to tour Europe in extraordinary Guelph Museums-curated memorial adventures. \nTickets available via Eventbrite.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/backyard-theatre-we-lived-felt-dawn-saw-sunset-glow/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T210000
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday: The Tuba Machine
DESCRIPTION:Kick back and soak up the summer vibes with The Tuba Machine and special guest Laurent Humeau at this month’s Fourth Friday concert. This whimsical duo blends foot-operated tuba\, fiddle\, trumpet\, clarinet\, and banjo guitar to bring old-time jazz\, rags\, blues\, and folk music to life. Their playful\, toe-tapping sound is full of charm and curiosity—perfect for a warm evening of music under the summer sky. Bring a friend\, grab a seat\, and let the good times roll! \nWeather permitting\, the concert will take place outdoors on the museum patio\, offering a beautiful setting to enjoy live music under the evening sky \nOn Fourth Fridays\, admission to the Civic Museum is by donation starting at 5 pm\, with the concert beginning at 7 pm. Cash bar. \nImportant Note: There is currently construction on Cork Street between Norfolk Street and Dublin Street North. Access to the Civic Museum from the top of the hill (Cork and Dublin) is available and will be maintained.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/fourth-friday-the-tuba-machine/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250806T200000
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SUMMARY:Piping Nights at McCrae Memorial Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Listen in to Guelph Pipe Band practices starting at approximately 7:00 pm. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. \nVisitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/piping-nights-at-mccrae-memorial-gardens-3/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T210000
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday: Celtic Effect Band
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a foot-stomping\, sing-along evening with Celtic Effect\, a high-energy duo bringing the spirit of the Celtic pub to downtown Guelph! From rousing classics like Whiskey in the Jar\, Galway Girl\, and The Night Paddy Murphy Died to crowd-pleasing favourites like Brown Eyed Girl and Sweet Caroline\, this dynamic performance promises a night of music\, laughter\, and unforgettable fun. Don’t miss this perfect summer celebration of Celtic charm and barroom anthems! \nWeather permitting\, the concert will take place outdoors on the museum patio\, offering a beautiful setting to enjoy live music under the evening sky. \nOn Fourth Fridays\, admission to the Civic Museum is by donation starting at 5 p.m.\, with the concert beginning at 7 p.m. Cash bar.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/fourth-friday-celtic-effect-band/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T080000
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SUMMARY:Portraits – Stories of Black Canadian Military Service
DESCRIPTION:From pre-Confederation conflicts through to the war in Afghanistan\, Black Canadians have a proud tradition of military service. They have fought and died for freedom abroad\, even as they have struggled against discrimination at home. \nPortraits – Stories of Black Canadian Military Service\, a new travelling exhibition circulated by the Canadian War Museum\, celebrates the contributions of Black Canadians in the military through compelling accounts of service and sacrifice from across the country. \nThe exhibition highlights the contributions and experiences of Black men and women from Nova Scotia and southern Ontario — two historic centres of Black migration — as well as from other parts of Canada. \nVisitors will recognize familiar names and events\, such as the story of William Hall\, one of Canada’s first recipients of the Victoria Cross. They will also discover many lesser-known stories\, like that of Connie and Kathleen Brown\, twin sisters who served during the Second World War. \nGuelph Museums has developed a unique\, localized chapter within the national narrative of the touring exhibition. This addendum focuses on the history of Black military service and migration to Guelph\, Ontario\, including the story of First World War servicemen Henry Francis Courtney\, Victor Goines\, Gordon Goines\, and Tom Malott who served in the No. 2 Construction Battalion\, the largest all-Black unit in Canadian military history. \nPortraits – Stories of Black Canadian Military Service was developed by the Canadian War Museum\, Ottawa in partnership with the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia\, Halifax and the Niagara Military Museum\, Niagara Falls. \n\n\n\n	David Johnson in Korea \nNiagara Military Museum\n\nDavid Johnson en Corée \nNiagara Military Museum \n \n\n\n	Connie and Kathleen Brown \nNiagara Military Museum\n\nConnie et Kathleen Brown \nNiagara Military Museum\n\n \n\n\n	Molly Lamb Bobak Private Roy\, Canadian Women’s Army Corps\,1946 \nBeaverbrook Collection of War Art Canadian War Museum CWM 19710261-1626\n\nMolly Lamb Bobak Soldat Roy\, Service féminin de l’armée canadienne\, 1946 \nCollection Beaverbrook d’art militaire Musée canadien de la guerre MCG 19710261-1626  \n\n\n	Alvie Burden \nCourtesy of Eric Brunt \n\nAlvie Burden \nAvec l’aimable autorisation d’Eric Blunt
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/portraits-stories-of-black-canadian-military-service/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250910T200000
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SUMMARY:Piping Nights at McCrae Memorial Gardens
DESCRIPTION:The Guelph Pipe Band offers a full performance in uniform starting at 6:30 p.m. They will play a variety of tunes that they perform at competitions. and the pipe major will share information about the music and the band. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/piping-nights-at-mccrae-memorial-gardens-4/
LOCATION:McCrae House\, 108 Water Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1G 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250918T203000
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SUMMARY:Military Lecture: The Cold War in Canada by Dr. Sara Matthews
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the Region of Waterloo is home to a Cold War nuclear shelter? Built in 1966 and designed by the same architectural firm responsible for the CN Tower\, the bunker was constructed to ensure the continuity of government in the event of a catastrophic nuclear strike. Join Dr. Sara Matthews for a discussion about how communities imagined nuclear survival and the role of Canadian Cold War propaganda. Together we will explore the visual communication of public safety and consider the question\, “how is citizenship constructed in relation to threat?” \nDoors open at 6:30 pm and the presentation starts at 7:00 pm\, followed by a question period. \nThe lecture premiered in-person at the Civic Museum\, and online via our Facebook livestream. The recorded conversation is available on Facebook\, YouTube\, and our Museum Everywhere Portal. Guelph Museums’ Military Lecture series is presented in partnership with the Laurier Centre for the Study of Canada. \nWatch The Recording\n\nAbout the Speaker\n \nDr Sara Matthews is Associate Professor in Communication Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University. Working in the field of critical security studies\, her projects explore the relations between visual culture and martial politics as well as how communities craft creative modes of relationality and survival in response to practices of state securitization.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/military-lecture-the-cold-war-in-canada-by-dr-sara-matthews/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250921T160000
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SUMMARY:Making Roots: Welcoming Week Art Workshop with Taras Lachowsky
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate connection\, creativity\, and community with Guelph-based Ukrainian artist Taras Lachowsky during this special Welcoming Week art workshop. Designed to bring together longtime residents and newcomers alike\, this drop-in session invites participants to explore the unifying power of art through hands-on creativity. \nGuided by Lachowsky\, you’ll experiment with a variety of artmaking techniques while reflecting on the symbol of the tree – a powerful metaphor for connection\, growth\, and setting down roots in a new place. Whether you’re new to Guelph or have called it home forever\, this workshop offers a space to share stories\, make art\, and build community. \nWelcoming Week is a global annual campaign that connects neighbours of all backgrounds through community activities and events\, reaffirming welcoming values\, fostering a mutual understanding between immigrants and non-immigrants\, and building a deeper sense of belonging for Newcomers and all. \nAbout The Artist:\n \nTaras Lachowsky is a multidisciplinary artist whose work is deeply rooted in his Ukrainian heritage and community engagement. Based in Guelph\, Lachowsky blends traditional and contemporary techniques to explore themes of identity\, belonging\, and cultural resilience. His workshops are known for fostering inclusive\, reflective spaces where creativity becomes a bridge between people and cultures.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/welcoming-week-workshop-with-taras-lachowsky/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185138
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SUMMARY:Fourth Friday: Gary Diggins and Luc Julian
DESCRIPTION:Step into an evening of immersive sound and soulful reflection as Gary Diggins and Luc Julian present Music as Medicine\, a concert that explores the healing power of music through global traditions. This unique performance features instruments and sound practices passed down by knowledge keepers from cultures across Africa\, India\, and beyond – affirming the timeless truth that sound can nourish the soul. \nDiggins and Julian have studied with mentors and wisdom holders around the world\, learning to use music not just as art\, but as a tool for wellbeing. Their collaboration blends acoustic textures\, meditative rhythms\, and deep listening to create a space of connection and renewal. \nOn Fourth Fridays\, admission to the Civic Museum is by donation starting at 5 p.m.\, with performances beginning at 7 p.m. Cash bar. \nAbout The Artists:\nGary Diggins is an expressive arts practitioner\, educator\, and author who has spent over 40 years exploring the intersection of sound and healing. His musical path has taken him across continents—from India to Africa\, Europe to Israel\, and even to the stage of Carnegie Hall. His work blends acoustic world instruments with deep listening and therapeutic intention\, offering audiences a unique and transformative experience. \nFrom an early age\, Luc Julian was immersed in a world where spirituality\, music\, and cultural exchange were deeply intertwined. Raised in Sierra Leone\, West Africa\, where his parents were engaged in community work\, Julian developed a deep respect for diverse traditions. Upon returning to Canada\, he took up the cello at the age of seven\, an instrument he played with natural ease and devotion. During his studies at Wilfrid Laurier University\, he found himself disillusioned by the competitive pressures of the classical music world. Searching for a deeper connection to music beyond technical mastery\, he left University and traveled to St. Louis in Senegal\, where he began his first lessons on the Kora\, a 21-string West African harp. After completing his studies with cellist Paul Pulford\, Julian moved to Toronto\, where he became deeply involved in a range of musical scenes as well as studying Soundwork with Gary Diggins. \nJulian and Diggins performed together at Carnegie Hall as part of  the New York Global Music Competition in 2023.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/fourth-friday-gary-diggins-luc-julian/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T173000
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SUMMARY:Truth & Reconciliation Day After-School Event
DESCRIPTION:On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation\, Guelph Indigenous Community Council\, Guelph Outdoor School\, and Guelph Museums offer an after-school gathering that honours the children lost to residential schools and supports the healing of survivors and their families. \nChildren\, youth\, and community members are invited to come together in a spirit of remembrance and renewal. Guided by the principles of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples\, through land-based and Indigenous teachings—including a sacred fire\, indoor and outdoor activities\, and a special raptor presentation —we will celebrate the language\, ceremony\, community\, and joy that were unjustly taken. \nImage Credit: Michelle Stoney\, Gitxsan
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/truth-reconciliation-day-after-school-event/
LOCATION:Civic Museum\, 52 Norfolk Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:The Song Blanket: A Storytelling Concert with Rebecca Hass
DESCRIPTION:Blankets are more than warmth—they are memory\, protection\, and legacy. In The Song Blanket\, Métis artist Rebecca Hass (Georgian Bay Métis\, French\, German\, English) invites us into a deeply personal and powerful journey through story and song\, woven from the threads of her family’s hidden history and the teachings passed down through her granny’s quilts. \nThis intimate performance honours the matriarchs—those who sewed\, wove\, and dreamed their love into every stitch. Drawing on traditional knowledge shared with her\, Rebecca shares songs written for drum\, guitar\, and flute\, activating “blood memory”—a connection to ancestors\, known and unknown. Audiences are invited not only to witness\, but to participate\, learning a song that carries the teachings of the quilt home with them. \nThe Song Blanket is a work in development\, ahead of its anticipated full premiere at New York’s Symphony Space in 2026. This special Guelph presentation offers a rare opportunity to experience the heart of the piece in an intimate setting\, where personal story becomes collective reflection. \nJoin us as we gather on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to honour the enduring strength of Indigenous matriarchs.
URL:https://guelphmuseums.ca/event/the-song-blanket-a-storytelling-concert-with-rebecca-hass/
LOCATION:Private: Market Square\, 1 Carden Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H3A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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