Join us for a family-friendly Halloween celebration. Characters from your favourite stories have taken over the Estate! Come dressed in your costume and explore Ottawa-inspired fairy tale realms. Complete fun Halloween activities, or tricks, to enjoy a delicious treat. *Please dress appropriately for weather conditions; activities will take place both indoors and outdoors. Cost: $17.25 […]
Discover one of the more mysterious sides of Victorian history with a traditional séance led by a psychic medium. Space is limited; registration is required. Did you know… spiritualism was a popular trend of the Victorian era reflecting a widespread fascination with questions of the afterlife as well as the enigmatic workings of emerging communication […]
Immerse yourself in the legends and lore of the Ottawa Valley…if you dare. These ghostly tales will leave you unsettled, a familiar feeling to early settlers during Hallow’een. Bring your friends and gather around the fire for a live storytelling program that will truly take history beyond the ordinary. A lantern-lit tour of the house […]
Royal Commonwealth Society, Ottawa A ‘Commonwealth Conversation’ with the British High Commissioner Ms. Susan le Jeune d'Allegeershecque, CMG The Royal Commonwealth Society - Ottawa is re-launching its ‘Commonwealth Conversations’ series of talks through which we look to engage Ottawa-based Commonwealth High Commissioners in a discussion of topical issues. Please join us the evening of Wednesday, […]
There’s more to genealogy research at the library besides having access to Ancestry.ca! Find out about our print collections and other online resources to help you with your family research. The presentation will be in English.