What? Walking tour with Jean-Yves Pelletier, Cultural Developer (Heritage) at City of Ottawa and visit of the Notre-Dame Cemetery. Ottawa’s Notre Dame Cemetery: sacred space, social space and a lieu de mémoire (place of memory) is offered by Jean Yves Pelletier. It will be a tour of the older sections of the National Capital Region’s largest […]
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fire a Brown Bess Musket? Well, wonder no more! Goulbourn Museum will be partnering with the 100th Regiment of Foot for the summer season to offer the popular Hands on History program. The summer schedule has been finalized and the first opportunity to participate is this Thursday, June 21 from 1:30 - 7:30 p.m. Cost […]
Ramble through Watson's Mill after hours and enjoy a relaxed evening of drinks, nibbles and music. All ages are welcome.
Welcome to Genealogy: Back To Basics! Genealogy B2B is a short lecture on a genealogical topic, followed by a Q&A session with Ottawa Branch members. If you are new to family history research or need a refresher, come out and join us! Sessions are free and open to all. This month's topic is "Ottawa Public […]
In the postwar building boom leading up to Canada's Centennial, grand heroic ideals of civic welfare and cultural identity were translated into new visions for Ottawa. The strong character of brutalist architecture embodied renewed hope, stability, and humanity. Ironically, today many tend to misread these buildings as imposing and inhuman “eyesores.” The tour will explore […]
Artist, Emily Rose Michaud Saturday, 23 June 2018, 2 – 4 PM Spaces are limited. Participants will learn about an enchanting photo process from the mid 1800s (featured in Michaud’s museum installation of over 500 cyanotype-based drawings) to make their own blueprint and unique artwork to bring home. Please bring: some found or favourite objects […]
YoCo is a youth-led group of students who come together from the Ottawa area to promote Ottawa's history. We apply a "for youth by youth" approach in all our activities. Free admission, free activities, free food and music!
Mark your calendars!! This year's Ice Cream Lawn Social will be held Sunday, June 24th from 1-3pm! We'll have cake, Ice Cream, strawberries and more- you won't want to miss out! Get your tickets before it's sold out! Children (under 12) are $6 and Adults are $12. Call (613) 692-6455 or visit us at the […]
Local strawberries, whipped cream, homemade cake and lemonade. Historical displays. Free-will Donations appreciated. Everyone welcome. For information please call Suzanne 613-839-5203.