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Heritage Happenings offers a look at upcoming events and activities in the local heritage community. Find exhibitions, walking tours, lectures, educational programs and many other heritage related activities.
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In The Money
Explore the science of note-based currency starting with earliest use of paper money in China and stretching into the polymer molecules underlying Canada’s brand new series of bank notes. Discover the efforts of initiative, inventiveness and skill that, from day one, have gone into trying to make such forms of exchange at once easy to use and difficult to counterfeit.
Website:http://www.currencymuseum.ca/2012/08/23/14753/inthemoney/
When:September 28, 2012 - June 23, 2013
Home in a Suitcase Exhibition
The Smiths Falls Local Immigration Partnership is pleased to bring you two exhibits which explores local and provincial family culture and diversity. The Home in a Suitcase exhibit discovers the personal cultural heritage of newcomers who have chosen Smiths Falls as home. We invite you to explore their ‘suitcases’ of keepsakes from their home country. Website:www.smithsfalls.ca/heritagehouse When:May 1, 2013 - July 31, 2013
Carvings of the Rideau- Exhibition
Celebrate one hundred years of world famous carvings and decoys from the Rideau area. Learn from the biographies of award winning local carvers, such as, Kerr, Nichol and Garton. Experience the carvings of new and upcoming carvers from the Rideau Carving Club. Exhibition hours are 10:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m., daily. For more information please contact the Heritage House Museum at 613-283-6311.
Website:www.smithsfalls.ca/heritagehouse
When:May 4, 2013 - October 25, 2013
Visual Stories from "Our Town"
Taking the stories from Our Town a book written by local author Valerie Hudson, students from Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute bring to life the past of Smiths Falls in this one of a kind art show. Displaying works in a variety of medians each art piece will tell the story of Smiths Falls through the ages. Thank you to the Gilded Corner for their support with this project.
Join us for the Exhibition grand opening on Sunday June 9th!
Website:www.smithsfalls.ca/heritagehouse
When:June 3, 2013 - July 1, 2013
Great Canadian History Quiz
On Canada’s Birthday, we challenge your Canadian history trivia and your knowledge of great Canadian inventions. Receive a free gift when you complete the chanallenge. For more information please contact the Heritage House Museum at 613-283-6311.
Website:www.smithsfalls.ca/heritagehouse
When:July 1, 2013
History of Firefighting
Stittsville Library plus Firehall visit - Imagine if the modern day equipment and today’s firefighters existed when the Great Fire of 1870 took place – old Stittsville, or much of it, would probably have been saved. To learn more about the History of Fire Fighting, everyone is encouraged to attend this enlightening presentation at the Stittsville Library on June 15.
Website:http://goulbournhistoricalsociety.org/167-2/
When:June 15, 2013
Voices of our Past
The Diefenbunker Museum is pleased to be launching Voices of our Past, as part of the Virtual Museums of Canada Exhibition featuring oral histories of former Canadian Forces Station Carp employees who worked at the Diefenbunker during its 33 year operation.
Website:http://diefenbunker.ca/pages/exhibitions/Voices-of-our-Past.shtml
When:April 11, 2013 - June 11, 2013
México Fantastico
MÉXICO FANTASTICO: Culture, Community and Diplomacy in the Temporary Gallery
Bytown Museum
1 Canal Lane
Ottawa ON K1P 1L1
T. 613-234-4570
Website:http://www.bytownmuseum.ca
When:May 4, 2013 - February 17, 2014
Architectural Tours
Architectural Tours of Ottawa’s oldest stone building for Doors Open Ottawa
Website:http://www.bytownmuseum.ca
When:June 1, 2013 - June 2, 2013
Celebrate Father’s Day!
To celebrate Father’s Day at the BYTOWN Museum, we are pleased to offer free admission to Dads!
Bytown Museum
1 Canal Lane
Ottawa ON K1P 1L1
T. 613-234-4570
Website:http://www.bytownmuseum.ca
When:June 16, 2013
100 Years of Stage Design OLT Exhibition
Celebrating 100 Years of Stage Design of Ottawa Little Theatre Exhibition
Website:http://www.bytownmuseum.ca
When:June 11, 2013 - July 28, 2013
In The First Place - monologues
Insight Theatre and the BYTOWN MUSEUM are proud to co-present In The First Place, a series of monologues on first experiences related to youth identity and sexuality. Do you remember your first kiss? Your first date? The first time you came out? See what happens when personal history and public history collide. Part of this year’s Ottawa Fringe Festival. Thursday, June 20 – Sunday June 23rd , & Wednesday June 26th – Saturday June 29th , 7:30pm nightly at the BYTOWN MUSEUM.
Website:http://www.bytownmuseum.ca
When:June 26, 2013 - June 29, 2013
In The First Place - monologues
Insight Theatre and the BYTOWN MUSEUM are proud to co-present In The First Place, a series of monologues on first experiences related to youth identity and sexuality. Do you remember your first kiss? Your first date? The first time you came out? See what happens when personal history and public history collide. Part of this year’s Ottawa Fringe Festival. Thursday, June 20 – Sunday June 23rd , & Wednesday June 26th – Saturday June 29th , 7:30pm nightly at the BYTOWN MUSEUM.
Website:http://www.bytownmuseum.ca
When:June 20, 2013 - June 23, 2013
Celebrate Canada Day at the Bytown Museum
Discover the Ottawa story this Canada Day! Enjoy a free exhibition about Ottawa’s history and the building of the Rideau Canal on the ground floor. $2.00 admission applies for temporary and permanent exhibitions on the upper floors. Ice cream, fresh squeezed lemonade, souvenirs and much more available in the Café & Boutique.
Bytown Museum
1 Canal Lane
Ottawa ON K1P 1L1
T. 613-234-4570
Website:http://www.bytownmuseum.ca
When:July 1, 2013
CHOO/COPO Workshop
Strengthening the Business Foundations
Financial Planning and Budgeting
CHOO/COPO Boardroom, downtown Ottawa
Website:http://www.choocopo.ca/english/training-opps.html
When:June 4, 2013
The Rosamonds: A Woven Family Legacy
Four Generations of Rosamonds
When:May 14, 2013 - July 20, 2013
Vernissage: Combinations, Crinolines & Clotheslines
When:June 6, 2013 - June 7, 2013
Combinations, Crinolines & Clotheslines Exhibit
In Combinations, Crinolines & Clotheslines, the artist’s interests in the tools, machines, scenes and local stories from the booming era of textile manufacturing in Almonte, Ontario, is evident alongside her abiding attraction to clothes, textiles and patterns of various kinds. Combinations, Crinolines & Clotheslines will in part illustrate mill life and key artifacts, and in part re-imagine unknown or nearly forgotten stories from the fabric of an Ottawa Valley mill town.
When:June 4, 2013 - August 3, 2013
Grannies Heritage Walk to Support Aids Research
Beginning at Almonte Old Town Hall and ending at the MVTM.
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum
3 Rosamond Street East
Almonte ON K0A 1A0
T. 613-256-3754
E. info@mvtm.ca
MVTM.ca
When:June 8, 2013
Whose Astrolabe? Origin and Cultural Ownership of a Canadian Icon
To mark the 400th anniversary of Samuel de Champlain’s passage up the Ottawa River, this special exhibition by the Pinhey’s Point Foundation sheds light on the controversy surrounding the Champlain astrolabe and explores its use as a cultural symbol. Bilingual.
When: May 12, 2013 – August 31, 2013, Wed. to Sun. 11:00-5:00
Contact Information:
(613) 832-1249 (exhibit only). For site information call: (613) 832-4347
Website:www.pinheyspoint.ca
When:May 12, 2013 - August 31, 2013
W.H. Bartlett’s Ottawa River
A second special exhibition by the Pinhey’s Point Foundation, to mark the 400th anniversary of Samuel de Champlain’s passage up the Ottawa River, focuses on British artist W.H. Bartlett’s 19th century engravings of the Ottawa River and their appearance on ceramics and other domestic objects. Bilingual.
When: May 12, 2013 – August 31, 2013, Wed. to Sun. 11:00-5:00
Contact information:
(613) 832-1249 (exhibit only). For site information call: (613) 832-4347
Website:www.pinheyspoint.ca
When:May 12, 2013 - August 31, 2013
Cold War Cartooning
Take a journey back through over 40 years of political history with Cold War Cartooning at the Diefenbunker Museum!
Cold War Cartooning brings together intriguing and entertaining cartoons in a unique exhibition which documents key moments in Cold War history.
When:May 23, 2013 - August 30, 2013
Champlain Adventure
Samuel de Champlain at Petrie Island: 400 Years!
Cultural and family activities at Petrie Island
Offered in French only
Free admission and parking
Community supper between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM : 8$ (4$ children under 6) - tickets before May 30 at MIFO 613 830-6436
Information http://www.sfopho.com/ | 613 833-0657
Website:http://sfopho.com/
When:June 4, 2013 - June 5, 2013
Fire Fighter’s Day
Organized by the Ottawa Fire Fighters.
Celebrate these amazing heroes! Impressive demonstrations, hands-on family activities and an action-packed day are waiting
for you. Try your hand at the bucket brigade relay – it’s always a good laugh! Refreshments will be available for purchase.
Cost: Free
Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
2940 Old Montreal Road
Cumberland ON K4C 1G3
T. 613-833-3059 x221
Ottawa.ca/museum
When:June 2, 2013
Beechwood Cemetery’s Annual Historical Walking Tour
Come with your family and friends to Beechwood’s Annual Historical Walking Tour.
This year’s theme is the War of 1812. The tour includes five stops at the gravesites of men and women who participated in the war or were instrumental in recording it. The tour will include war veterans Sgt Andrew Hill and Maria Hill and military historian and WWI veteran Brigadier General Ernest Alexander Cruikshank. Costumed actors will bring these historical figures to life.
Don’t miss this stroll through beautiful and historic Beechwood, the National Cemetery of Canada.
Website:http://www.beechwoodcemetery.com
When:June 9, 2013
Father's Day Car Show
No plans for Father’s Day? Don’t sweat it! Check out the grooviest cars, take part in a far out scavenger hunt or tie-dyeing activity, dress up as a flower child or even make your own funky lava lamp! You’ll be jazzed about what we’ve got planned for you and dad at the Estate!
Cost: $6/person, $10/couple and $16/family
Billings Estate National Historic Site
2100 Cabot Street
Ottawa ON K1H 6K1
T. 613-247-4830
E. museums@ottawa.ca
Website:http://www.ottawa.ca/en/rec_culture/museum_heritage/museums/billings/
When:June 16, 2013
Solstice Paddle
Celebrate the summer solstice and experience history in the most unique way...on the river! Take part in a solstice paddle and learn more about the history of the area, the evolution of Gloucester Township into Ottawa and the significant historic figures that make up its history! Participants 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. Total route is approximately 4.5 kms. Participants must bring their own kayak or canoe and safety equipment.
Cost: $10/participant
Website:http://ottawa.ca/en/residents/arts-culture-and-community/museums-and-heritage/events-and-programs
When:June 21, 2013 - June 22, 2013
Canada Day at Billings
Pack a picnic and head out to the estate to experience a Canada Day from 1943. Find out what many high school students were building to educate military pilots during the war. Take home your very own hand crafted flag and take part in guided tours of the house.
Cost: $6/person, $10/couple and $16/family
Billings Estate National Historic Site
2100 Cabot Street
Ottawa ON K1H 6K1
T. 613-247-4830
E. museums@ottawa.ca
Website:http://ottawa.ca/en/residents/arts-culture-and-community/museums-and-heritage/events-and-programs
When:July 1, 2013
Father's Day at Cumberland
The family that plays together stays together! Spend quality time with the ones you love at the museum. Play familiar childhood board games and activities that were favourites of children in the 1920s and 1930s. Scattered throughout the site, giant versions of some classic games will be out for the whole family to enjoy!
Cost: $7/Adults, $5/Seniors and Students, $18/Families (two adults and unlimited children)
Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
2940 Old Montreal Road
Cumberland ON K4C 1G3
T. 613-833-3059 x2214
Website:http://ottawa.ca/museum
When:June 16, 2013
Canada Day at Cumberland
Let us take you back to 1927, when Canada celebrated its Diamond Jubilee. The Canadian Government issued an Official Program with suggestions for Dominion Day celebrations across the nation and we got our hands on it! Join us as we recreate some of the most memorable moments of the 1927 Dominion Day celebrations. Bring your lunch and enjoy a picnic on the green or stop by our canteen for light refreshments.
Cost: $7/Adults, $5/Seniors and Students, $18/Families (two adults and unlimited children)
Website:http://ottawa.ca/museum
When:July 1, 2013
Father's Day Amazing Race
Take part in an amazing race with dad! Which family will win? Come by to find out! Race around the site completing challenges like the melon roll or turkey toss or complete a game of graces. Check out your family’s time on the leaderboard – the fastest group will win a prize!
Cost: $6/person, $10/couple, $16/family
Pinhey's Point Historic Site
270 Pinhey's Point Road
Dunrobin ON K1H 6K1
T. 613-832-4347
E. museums@ottawa.ca
Website:http://www.ottawa.ca/en/rec_culture/museum_heritage/museums/pinheys/
When:June 16, 2013
Solstice Paddle at Pinhey's Point
Discover landscapes and architecture as they can only be viewed from the Ottawa River! Celebrate the summer solstice by paddling by the sites and learning the history of March Township. Discover the most unique vantage points this riverside site has to offer. Participants must bring their own canoe or kayak and safety equipment, and should be intermediate level paddlers. Cost: $10/person
Pinhey's Point Historic Site
270 Pinhey's Point Road
Dunrobin ON K1H 6K1
T. 613-832-4347
E. museums@ottawa.ca
Website:http://www.ottawa.ca/en/rec_culture/museum_heritage/museums/pinheys/
When:June 21, 2013 - June 22, 2013
Canada Day at Pinhey's Point
Experience a unique Canada Day celebration on the banks of the Ottawa River! Enjoy a barbecue lunch then take in some classic picnic games, like three-legged races, seed spitting contests, and tug-o-war. Make this holiday special by spending time with your family away from the downtown crowds.
Cost: $6/person, $10/couple, $16/family
Pinhey's Point Historic Site
270 Pinhey's Point Road
Dunrobin ON K1H 6K1
T. 613-832-4347
E. museums@ottawa.ca
Website:http://www.ottawa.ca/en/rec_culture/museum_heritage/museums/pinheys/
When:July 1, 2013
Ottawa’s First Tourist? The 1613 Voyage of Samuel de Champlain
Was Champlain Ottawa’s First Tourist? Four hundred years ago Samuel de Champlain traveled up the Ottawa River in search of a route to Asia. He developed a relationship with the Anishnabeg, the inhabitants of the Lower Ottawa River watershed. This exhibit showcases Champlain’s experiences outlined in his journal, the Anishnabeg culture and the legacy of this voyage.
Please join us for the opening reception Monday, June 17, 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
City of Ottawa Archives
Website:http://ottawa.ca/en/residents/arts-culture-and-community/museums-and-heritage/archives
When:June 17, 2013 - July 26, 2013
Vanier Museopark Father's Day
The Vanier Museopark is organizing an activity for children 3 years and older just in time for Father's Day. They will be creating and decorating a picture frame. Your child must bring a 4 by 6 inches photo of their choice.
When: Saturday, June 15th, 2013, at 10 a.m.
Where: Vanier Museopark, 300 des Pères blancs Avenue, 2nd floor, Ottawa
Admission: 2$ (Free for members)
About the Vanier Museopark
Website:http://www.museoparc.ca
When:June 15, 2013
Explorer Rose Workshop
With Edythe Falconer
Heritage Rose Garden -- Workshop on roses, rose pest and diseases and self-guided tour, handouts available. Bring a folding chair. Free parking at the small lot next to Ornamental Gardens. 613-230-3276, www.friendsofthefarm.ca
Friends of the Central Experimental Farm
Building 72, Arboretum, C.E.F.
Ottawa, ON, K1A 0C6
phone: 613-230-3276
fax: 613-230-1238
www.friendsofthefarm.ca
Charitable Number 118913565RR0001
Website:http://www.friendsofthefarm.ca
When:June 15, 2013
Books for Blooms
Saturday & Sunday, June 15 & 16 10 a.m – 4 p.m. In support of Friends of the Farm -- thousands of books to buy.
Building 72, C.E.F., east off Prince of Wales round-about.
Friends of the Central Experimental Farm Building 72, Arboretum, C.E.F. Ottawa, ON, K1A 0C6
phone: 613-230-3276 fax: 613-230-1238 www.friendsofthefarm.ca Charitable Number 118913565RR0001
Website:http://www.friendsofthefarm.ca
When:June 15, 2013
Books for Blooms
Saturday & Sunday, June 15 & 16 10 a.m – 4 p.m. In support of Friends of the Farm -- thousands of books to buy.
Building 72, C.E.F., east off Prince of Wales round-about.
Friends of the Central Experimental Farm Building 72, Arboretum, C.E.F. Ottawa, ON, K1A 0C6
phone: 613-230-3276 fax: 613-230-1238 www.friendsofthefarm.ca Charitable Number 118913565RR0001
Website:http://www.friendsofthefarm.ca
When:June 16, 2013
Social Media: What's the Deal?
Artists' Legal Services Ottawa (ALSO) presents "Social Media: What's the Deal?" A discussion about artists' uses of social media in relation to their work Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Ottawa Art Gallery, 2 Daly Street (Arts Court) No RSVP Necessary Free admission, all welcome For more information, info@artslawottawa.ca.
The Ottawa Art Gallery/ La Galerie d'art d'Ottawa
2 Daly Avenue
Ottawa ON K1N 6E2
T. 613-233-8699
Website:http://www.ottawaartgallery.ca
When:June 19, 2013
Heritage Ottawa Walking Tour of Village of Rockcliffe Park
MEET: Intersection of Lisgar Road at Princess Avenue.
Cost: $10 ($5 for Heritage Ottawa Members)
The architectural styles in picturesque Rockcliffe Park range from stately stone mansions and interesting contemporary designs to remaining summer cottages. Learn about the history of the village and the role the MacKay and Keefer families had in determining its layout and the design of many of its homes.
GUIDE: Martha Edmond, author of Rockcliffe Park: A History of the Village.
Website:http://www.heritageottawa.org
When:June 16, 2013
