This will be the CTHS 4th participation to the Navan Fair. Each year, there is a different theme. 2015 : « Tales of the One-Room Schoolhouses ». 2016 : « History of Trains and the Railways ». 2017 : « World War I Vimy 100 1917-2017 : Vimy Ridge » A display of photos, medals, […]
Cozy up on our nuclear roof and under the stars for the Diefenbunker's free outdoor movie nights! Each night will feature different movies. The second night features our family-friendly movies. We have an exciting raffle upon arrival for the Best Seat in the House! Two couches right up at the front! Concession snacks and drinks will also […]
Come celebrate the creation of the Rideau Canal and Canada’s National Capital! Enjoy a day filled with costumed characters, interactive activities and entertainment down by the scenic Ottawa Locks. Let Ottawa’s premier heritage celebration be your PASTport to By-gone days!
Celebrate Canada’s 150th and hear fascinating stories about the National Capital’s labour history. Schedule In partnership with the Bytown Museum, the Workers’ History Museum will conduct four labour history walking tours per month (two English, two French) for the months of July, August, September and October, 2017. Each guided walk starts and finishes at the Bytown […]
A week long day camp that is appropriate for children ages 6-12 years old. Each camp week has a special theme and is packed with crafts, games, special guests, and new friends. It is sure to satisfy any child’s need for summer fun!
Try and solve clues to escape in a specific amount of time. Ages: 14+ $20
This event brings together craft beer enthusiasts and local breweries from across the Ottawa region.
Rideau Township Historical Society will have display boards of the villages of Manotick, Kars, and North Gower as well as Burritts Rapids, Carsonby, Pierces Corners, Malakoff and Becketts Landing as seen over the past 150 years. Garry Montgomery will be there with some of his vintage farm motors and equipment. Books will be available for […]
Join us for an evening filled with Victorian and Modern Games! Adult $10. Children 12 and under $5.
Discover the science behind good farming. Explore how best to care for animals and plants. Participate in fun experiments and games to unearth the truth about farming. Cost: $7.30 for adults, $5.25 for students and seniors, Free for children 5 and under, or $18.80 for a family (two adults and children under 18)
This tour, held in conjunction with Archaeology Month, will highlight some of the many archaeological investigations that have been undertaken over the past 20 years on Parliament and West Parliament Hill, documenting its continued use over the past 175 years. GUIDE: Hugh Daechsel is a Senior Archaeologist at Golder Inc. Heritage Ottawa Members: $5 / […]
Written and directed by Marni Hunt-Stephens In 1914, it’s not just overseas that battles are being fought… Small towns have their share of secrets; Cumberland is no different. As the town gathers to be regaled by a recruiter for the Nursing Sisters, old prejudices and long forgotten scandals emerge. Someone is about get theirs! Vintage […]