Civic Museum
Celebrating Guelph’s stories!
The Guelph Civic Museum showcases Guelph’s history through permanent and changing exhibits, a fun and interactive families gallery, and special events and activities. Located in the recently renovated Loretto Convent, atop the hill at Norfolk Street and beside the landmark Church of Our Lady, the museum is home to a collection of over 30,000 artifacts that bring Guelph’s past to life.2012
Guelph Civic Museum opens at 52 Norfolk Street, the former Loretto Convent.2000
The "Growing Up in Guelph Children’s Museum" opens at the Civic Museum. The popular children’s gallery attracts many more visitors and significantly increases the number of family memberships.1980
Guelph Civic Museum opens at 6 Dublin Street South, a commercial limestone building built c.1855. The building had many uses over the years but was most recently known as the Knights of Columbus Hall.1967
Canada’s Centennial Year. The Museum opens in its first home in the horse stables, now the Farmer’s Market.1960's
Members of the Guelph Historical Society begin to collect artifacts and displays are mounted in store fronts and community centres.
Petrykivka: Ukrainian Folk Art Workshop with Nataliia Kuchka
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaJoin us for an inspiring journey into the vibrant world of Ukrainian folk art with the Petrykivka Art Workshop, led by Ukrainian newcomer and self-taught artist Nataliia. This two-hour class…
Fourth Friday: Verese Vassell-Bowen
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaEvery Fourth Friday of the month enjoy free admission to the Civic Museum from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and a free concert starting at 7 p.m. During Black Heritage/Excellence/Futures…
Military Lecture: A.Y. Jackson, the Group of Seven and the Great War
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaAuthor Douglas Hunter explores the role of the First World War in the life and career of artist A.Y. Jackson, and its impact on the formation of Canada’s most famous art collective, the Group of Seven. The group had begun to assemble in 1914, and Jackson was the only member of the circle to volunteer…
Canceled Valentine Tea
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaEnjoy teatime with the ones you love with sweet treats, a bottomless pot of McCrae Private blend tea, and live music at the Civic Museum. There will be two seatings: 12:30 and 3:00 p.m. Preregistration via Eventbrite is required.
Canceled 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…
Dot Painting Workshop: Handmade cards with Roxana Bahrami
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaFeel 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…
Fourth Friday: Transstar
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. In January, we feature the electrifying sounds of Transstar. Known for her unique blend of original electronic pop and reimagined covers, Transstar promises…
PD Day Activation
Civic Museum 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaEnjoy 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.
