Trends and Traditions: Kingston Celebrates the Decorative Arts The Limestone City to Host Four-Day Symposium Sept. 26-29 Dear Museum and Arts Professional Museum and arts professionals and lovers of the decorative arts like you will gather at Kingston’s Agnes Etherington Art Centre and other venues for the 37th Annual Canadian Society of Decorative Arts […]
For those brave at heart, join in one of Haunted Walks Halloween Tours and hear spooky stories of Ottawa’s history! If you dare, contact Haunted Walks for more information and to book tickets: http://www.hauntedwalk.com
Friday, September 27 through Sunday, September 29 25th Annual Family History Conference (Conference) Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Drive, Ottawa, Ontario Family history: past, present and future is the theme of this year's conference. Featuring these great speakers: Blaine Bettinger (The Genetic Genealogist) Audrey Collins (The National Archives, UK) Cyndi Ingle (Cyndi's List) Nancy Loe […]
Friday, September 27 through Sunday, September 29 25th Annual Family History Conference (Conference) Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Drive, Ottawa, Ontario Family history: past, present and future is the theme of this year's conference. Featuring these great speakers: Blaine Bettinger (The Genetic Genealogist) Audrey Collins (The National Archives, UK) Cyndi Ingle (Cyndi's List) Nancy Loe […]
Admission is free Explore the grounds, discover the architectural history of the house, and learn more from our knowledgeable interpreters about the five generations of the family that called it home. On Sunday, we’ll be celebrating the 190th anniversary of the Billings family’s move into Park Hill with a sweet treat and games on […]
Admission is free Explore popular culture in the 1920s and 1930s with themed activities and demonstrations as you tour the museum’s exhibitions, historic buildings, and scenic grounds. On Sunday, discover offerings from local vendors during the annual Harvest Market (presented by the Cumberland Farmers’ Market(link is external)). *Please note that themed museum activities and demonstrations […]
Admission is free Enjoy a guided tour of the 19th century Gothic Revival farmhouse and learn about the architectural history of the site that served as the home base for the farming, legal, and political endeavors of five generations of the Bell family.
Admission is free Discover Nepean’s history with a visit through the new permanent exhibition. Get hands on with artefacts, learn more about the museum’s collection, and get a special sneak peak at some unique items pulled specially for this weekend.
Beau’s All Natural Brewing Co. and Spectrasonic present Shonen Knife (Japanese pop punk) www.shonenknife.net and more Tuesday September 24 @ The 27 Club Ottawa (27 York St) licensed 19+ – 7pm doors – $18 advance + service charges Tickets available FRIDAY at Vertigo Records and http://www.spectrasonic.com/event/1874123 Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/418018482125865/ Supported by Ontario Creates —– www.beaus.ca www.spectrasonic.com […]
Learn all about Ottawa's top secret EXAMINATION UNIT, the World War II code-breaking unit hidden away right here in our city's own Sandy Hill neighbourhood. Guest Speaker: DIANA PEPALL Free admission; donations welcome. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Join us for this exciting inaugural presentation of the Historical Society of Ottawa's monthly Speaker Series ...now […]
Unless otherwise stated, starting in September 2019, daytime meetings will be held at 1:00 pm on the last Wednesday of the month (except June, July, August, and December) in the auditorium of the Main Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 120 Metcalfe Street. Light refreshments will be served in the auditorium lobby starting at […]
You and your family can enjoy free entry* to the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum — including the animal barns, exhibitions, and demo kitchen. Meet a rabbit, groom a calf or participate in an ice-cream making demonstration! *Please note that regular parking fees apply.
ATTN ALL SPLIT FANS / MATTHEW CHAFFEY is very excited to announce his show at Watson’s Mill in Manotick which closes out their summer music series / This is a soft album release for his new recording “Strange Reflections” / He is bringing his 6 piece band and the Mill is a very special place […]
The Osgoode Township Museum is very excited to be hosting its Harvest Festival on September 28, 2019. Explore the artisan tent, see the various heritage demonstrators including a blacksmith, wool spinning and quilt making, and help harvest the heritage vegetables for our Harvest Supper! There is something for everyone! Support YOUR community museum while […]
Explore the artisan tents, heritage demonstrations and activities for all ages on the museum grounds. An evening harvest supper will follow in the agricultural barn. Immerse yourself in Osgoode and area rural history! Festival cost: Pay What You May Donations! Supper cost: $15/adult, 5-12 y o $7, under 5 free The Osgoode […]
Join researcher and genealogist Gloria Tubman for her presentation on British Home Children and the techniques and resources used to unravel the life of Scottish home children, including brothers Archibald and George Clark. On April 14, 1908, 14-year old George Clark and his 11-year-old brother Archibald, both from Orphan Homes of Scotland, founded by William […]
Join the Quebec Anglophone Heritage Network (QAHN) and cultural groups from around the Outaouais as we gather for the 2019 edition of the West Quebec Heritage Fair, hosted by the Fairbairn House Heritage Centre. Come meet the many volunteers dedicated to preserving and sharing history and culture in Western Quebec. Learn about current and […]
Take a stroll along the early 20th century heritage residences and parks that cross the north end of the Glebe along Patterson Creek, Linden Terrace and the Monkland-Clemow parkway from the Queen Elizabeth Driveway to Bronson Avenue, and learn about the area's rich social and architectural history. This district immediately became one of Ottawa’s most scenic and […]