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Aly Firth offers an assessment of transgender roles and crossdressing in performances for the troops during the First World War. The myth of a singular masculine identity during the First World War endures in the literature, where wartime heroism has been strongly associated with the brave, heteronormative, masculine soldier. However, in the horrors of trench…
For over 100 years, the Ontario Reformatory/Guelph Correctional Centre was imbedded in lives of the people of Guelph. The exhibition shares stories from within the institution, addressing misconceptions, propaganda, and myths – some perpetuated by the institution itself and recounted in public archives. Officially opened in 1911, the Ontario Reformatory evolved to be many things,…
Note: This event is now fully booked with no space remaining. A recording will be made available and further events connected to this exhibit are being planned. Stay tuned to our YouTube channel, Eventbrite page, and newsletter for further information. For over 100 years, the Ontario Reformatory/Guelph Correctional Centre was embedded in the lives of…
Enjoy the warmth of the Civic Museum this PD Day. Keep toasty exploring exhibitions, playing in the Families Gallery, making crafts, and discovering classic toys and games.
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. In January, we feature the electrifying sounds of Transstar. Known for her unique blend of original electronic pop and reimagined covers, Transstar promises…
Guelph Historical Society presents a public lecture by P. Brian Skerrett, guest-curator of the exhibition Darkness and Light: Inside the Ontario Reformatory, on view at Guelph Civic Museum until April 30. For over 100 years, the Ontario Reformatory/Guelph Correctional Centre was embedded in the lives of the people of Guelph. The exhibition shares stories from…
Feel the love at Guelph Civic Museum! Local artist Roxana Bahrami returns for a relaxing and creative Dot Painting Workshop focused on card-making. Over the course of two hours, you will learn the mesmerizing art of dot painting while creating two customized, hand-painted cards to take home. No prior experience in drawing or painting is…
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. Tales from the Hill runs on the second Wednesday or Thursday…
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