Upcoming Events
Fairfields Victoria Day Tea
Help us open our 2012 programming season by joining us for a traditional Victorian tea on the Fairfields grounds. Enjoy tours, music, light refreshments and of course period games and activities for the entire family.
Website:http://www.nepeanmuseum.ca/content/fairfields-1
When:May 20, 2012
Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest
Curated by Carleton University professor Joanna Dean and graduate student Will Knight, this exhibit explores the contested place of trees in Ottawa's urban history. Six Moments in the History of an Urban Forest explores early street-tree planting, woodlands as places of refuge and risk, shifting fashions in city trees, and the role of arborists in negotiating the conflicts between trees and the built environment.
Website:www.bytownmuseum.ca
When:January 24, 2012 - September 30, 2012
Vers Les Affaires
The Muséoparc Vanier Museopark, in collaboration with the Réseau de développement économique et d’employabilité de l’Ontario (RDÉE Ontario) and the Office of Francophone Affairs, presents the temporary exhibit Vers les affaires in its exhibit room until May 31, 2012.
Website:www.museoparc.ca
When:October 31, 2011 - May 31, 2012
Milling Demonstration
Sunday afternoons, 1:00-3:00pm at Watson's Mill
(unless otherwise noted—please see watsonsmill.com events calendar)
Watson’s Mill is an operating 1860’s grist and flour mill, located in Ottawa’s only waterfront village—charming Manotick—on the shores of the Rideau River. In this unique 152 year old building, visitors can view and interact with the working industrial heritage site; as well as engage historical interpreters in 1860’s conversation, or even challenge them to a race on stilts!
Website:www.watsonsmill.com
When:May 21, 2012 - August 27, 2012
The Threads of Life: An Exhibition of Embroidery
By the Ottawa Valley Guild of Stitchery
An exhibition of work by members of the Ottawa Valley Guild of Stitchery showcasing the versatility of embroidery and pleasure to be derived from threaded needle.
The works demonstrate a broad range of techniques and materials, from traditional to modern, that explore the limits of this textile art.
Website:www.mvtm.ca
When:May 12, 2012 - June 2, 2012
In Focus: A Collector's History
Website:www.ottawaartgallery.ca
When:February 18, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Rare and Unusual Plant Sale
Friends of the Farm is hosting this sale where you can purchase specialty plants for your garden and Mother's Day, from many growers and nurseries gathered for this event. Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions.
New location: parking lot beside Tropical Greenhouse on Maple Drive on the Central Experimental Farm.
613-230-3276 | info@friendsofthefarm.ca | www.friendsofthefarm.ca
Website:www.friendsofthefarm.ca
When:May 13, 2012
Peer Exchange Program - Effective Succession Planning
What are best practices in making sure our programs and services can survive the rapid staff, board, and volunteer turnover in the Heritage sector?
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Website:www.choocopo.ca
When:May 8, 2012
Let’s Make Recycled Paper Flowers for Mother’s Day
Description: Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day by making a gift for Mom! We will be making beautiful paper flowers made out of recycled materials. This activity is designed for children aged 4 years or more.
RSVP: communication@museoparc.ca / 613.842.9871
When:May 5, 2012
Glengarry Pioneer Museum Opening Weekend
Spring is in the air, so come check out the new exhibits on the evolution of the museum, textile arts and the War of 1812. There will also be a special dedication of a new one-room school house onsite with “Glengarry School Days” activities.
Website:www.glengarrypioneermuseum.ca
When:May 19, 2012 - May 21, 2012
The Legend of Frost & Wood: Outstanding in their Field
It was 1839 when Ebenezer Frost and Alexander Wood formed a partnership that would forever change the history of Smiths Falls. Now 173 years later, Heritage House Museum is pleased to present the story of The Frost & Wood Company Ltd. a home grown industry that became world renowned. Discover how Frost & Wood impacted the community as an employer, a thriving industry and the creator of agricultural implements, which became a part of rural communities across North America and abroad.
Website:www.smithsfalls.ca
When:May 5, 2012 - October 28, 2012
Mother’s Day
Honour your Mom this Mother’s Day with one-of-a-kind creations.
Website:http://www.nepeanmuseum.ca/content/family-zone
When:May 6, 2012
Serving Genealogists: Documentation Centres and Websites
As part of the series of talks at the Vanier Museopark, Mrs. Suzanne Labelle-Martin will give a workshop on resources for genealogists on Wednesday, May 16, at 7 pm.
Website:http://www.museoparc.ca/en/
When:May 16, 2012
Bronze Casting Workshop
Every Saturday from 1pm until 3pm the Osgoode Township Museum hosts an ongoing Bronze Casting Workshop led by one of our museum members: local artist Gary Briggs. This community project is free of charge and is open to anyone who would like to participate in creating a bronze plaque or figure which will become part of the permanent museum collection documenting the people and places of the Osgoode Township. For a small fee, participants will have the option of having their work cast in bronze a second time if they would like to bring home a personal example of their work.
Website:http://www.magma.ca/~oths/
When:January 7, 2012 - June 30, 2012
Preserving our Past: A Conservation Project - Cumberland
The exhibition documents the conservation work recently undertaken by a number of Ottawa’s local museums and showcases the conservation process of several artefacts. The exhibit includes before and after images of the artefacts conserved and information about the science of conservation.
Website:http://www.ottawa.ca/residents/heritage/museums/cumberland/index_en.html
When:May 1, 2012 - July 31, 2012
Smiths Falls Police Service -Putting the Community First for 125 Years
The year 2012 signifies a milestone for Smiths Falls Police Service with the celebration of its 125th Anniversary! Finding their origins in the 1850s, before there was an organized police force, civilians were appointed as part time Constables to uphold local law and order. It wasn’t until 1887, when the Town of Smiths Falls hired a full time Chief of Police, that the Smiths Falls Police Service was born. This one man Police department was in place until 1910, the Chief working 14 hour days, 7 days a week!
Website:www.smithsfalls.ca
When:May 7, 2012 - July 29, 2012
