Join the Canada Aviation and Space Museum for a special breakfast at the museum, as we witness the historic launch of Canadian astronaut David Saint-Jacques! Start your day with a breakfast and a big cup of “rocket fuel” (a.k.a. coffee) as we watch the launch of this important space mission. You’ll hear from Jesse Rogerson, the museum’s Science […]
Join us as we explore the darker side of the festive season. Hear about strange and frightening holiday traditions from around the world and gather in close as we share creepy Christmas-themed ghost stories. The majority of the tour will take place inside the spooky Bytown Museum, one of Ottawa’s oldest and most haunted buildings. […]
The Vanier Museopark invites the citizens of the former Eastview Municipality to our next edition of the Eastview Breakfasts. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, December 6th at 8:30am at the Sugar Shack around the theme of Photo identification. Interested parties are encouraged to bring photographs or other archival material. The Vanier Museopark will take this opportunity […]
Interested in bringing your gingerbread house to the next level? Join Catherine Beddall, pastry artist and author of The Magic of Gingerbread, as she demonstrates how to create a one-of-a-kind, high-end, gingerbread creation. Watch art unfold before your eyes! Learn more about Catherine Beddall's edible artwork. Ages 12 and up When: December 6, 2018, 7:00 […]
You’re invited to Fairfields Heritage House as we celebrate the season with a morning of family fun! Explore Christmas traditions throughout the years with a holiday craft and a delightful assortment of both indoor and outdoor activities (don’t forget to dress warmly!). This program is perfect for kids and is sure to bring cheer to […]
Four BIFHSGO members will present their "Great Moments in Genealogy", in which they describe a "Eureka!" moment in their research. Jamey Burr, Roberta Kay, Ken McKinlay and Duncan Monkhouse are the presenters. All welcome, free parking and admission. Memberships available, donations welcome. Further info about BIFHSGO, and the talks: https://bifhsgo.ca/eventListings.php?nm=127
In December, at the CreActivity Club: Christmas decorations! To add a touch of decoration to the December's celebrations, the animators of our Club offer children to make Christmas decorations! Saturday, December 8th at 10 AM at the Museopark. Activity free of charge for members of the Club or 3$ per child Limited to 30 places only, reservations [email protected] or 613-842-9871 […]
Learn how to be a spy by examining the spy of all Christmas spies, the Grinch! Bring your family for a fun Grinch-themed scavenger hunt all around the Bunker. Put your problem solving skills to the test with Grinchy coding activities and crafts. Dates: Saturday, December 8, 15, and 22 Cost: Included with the price of admission
Heritage Ottawa is hosting a free exhibition of designs for an addition to the Château Laurier Hotel created by students at Carleton University's Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism. Working under the supervision of Prof. Marianna Esponda, the students were tasked with envisioning an addition to the Château Laurier that would have a "dialogue" with the historic and […]
The Diefenbunker will have a float in the Carp Christmas Parade on December 8th. Come on out and see the museum 2018 Christmas float! We might even have a Grinchy surprise!
Celebrate the Holiday season at the Arnprior and District Museum. Santa will be available to hear wish lists and for photos from 1:00-2:30pm, and 2:45-4:00pm (digital photo, optimized for 5x7 print will be provided within 3 days after the event – an email address is required). Visit with Mrs. Claus and enjoy some of her […]
Step back in time at Fairfields Heritage House at this adult program exploring Victorian Christmas traditions. Enjoy traditional food and drink, performances by the Dickens Carolers, and get creative with a seasonal craft. Did you know that the social and cultural impact of the Victorian era can still be seen in the ways many of […]
Reservations for the Billings Estate National Historic Site's special Christmas Tea service open Monday, November 5 at 10:00 AM. Reservations can be made by phone at 613-580-2088 ext.35258. Their Christmas Tea Service is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit as you enjoy the festive decorations, a Christmas-themed menu, and carolers. Tea will […]