February 2nd-3rd, 9th-10th and 16th-17th from 11am to 2pm Costumed characters from the early days of Bytown will be roaming through the Byward Market to share their knowledge of the past. Discover the fascinating history of Ottawa and the stories of its residents.
For the first time ever the Bytown Museum is bringing Let Us Entertain You online! This week's performance by Kimberly Sunstrum is available here. Kimberly Sunstrum is a heart-stopping performer with songwriting that is deep, evocative and powerful. Her new album 'The Slow Sprint' marks a new turn in her creative evolution, reminiscing on her multidimensional […]
For the first time ever the Bytown Museum is bringing Let Us Entertain You online! This week's performance by Colette Laplante is available here. Joined Ottawa StoryTellers in 2012. Started by telling stories at senior's residence, Billings Estate and children's day camps. I've been telling tales at the Medieval Fair at Upper Canada Village since 2017 […]
For the first time ever the Bytown Museum is bringing Let Us Entertain You online! This week's performance by Capitaine Bonnefemme is available here. Years of experience on board Canadian Coast Guard vessels and the maritime environment have fueled her fertile imagination. Her gestures and movements most certainly complement her animated mimics and expressions. She writes […]
Our guest speaker will be the Honorary Colonel, and former Commanding Officer, of the Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa, Dan Mackay. HCol Mackay will be speaking to the history, battle honours, and personal stories of the regiment as well as their place in Ottawa and the Canadian Army today. There will be a question and answer […]