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Gormley, Ontario
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Phone: (905) 727- 8954 or 1-888-290-0337
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Due to the anticipated start of construction for the new Visitor/Community Centre at the Museum, the facility will be closed beginning March 22nd until May 19th, 2010

   
   
   
 


February
All month

The Museum presents a temporary exhibit on First Nations in the Library case.  Learn about the amazing history of the people here before the early settlers!

Family Day
Monday, February 15
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Drop in and create some heritage crafts to take home.  Tour the buildings.
View our new building plans. Visit the gift shop.  A great family experience!  Crafts:  $2.00 per youth.
Family Day Flyer (pdf)

History Hands-On (H2O) in Winter
Saturday, February 27
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A chance to experience life as it was more than 100 years ago!  Visit the Log Cabin and try some Pioneer chores.  Help prepare treats in the Farmhouse kitchen.  Complete your lessons on a slate in the 19th-century classroom.
Activities change with the season. Admission is FREE, donations gratefully accepted.
Hands on Flyer (pdf)

March

Due to the anticipated start of construction for the new Visitor/Community Centre at the Museum, the facility will be closed beginning March 22nd until May 19th.  Research appointments may still be possible.  Please call to schedule an appointment. 

Pancake Brunch
Sunday, March 28
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Enjoy a delicious brunch prepared by the Founding Friends of the Museum, featuring ham and locally-produced maple syrup.  To be held at Vandorf Community Centre.  Adults:  $6.00; Children:  $2.00 
2010 Pancake Brunch flyer (pdf)

April - May

Due to anticipated start of construction for the new Visitor/Community Centre at the Museum, the facility will be closed until May 19.  Research appointments may still be possible.  Please call to schedule an appointment.

Returning in 2011!

REACH Day for Brownies & Guides - mid April

History Hands-On (H2O) in Spring - 4th Saturday in April

Spring P.A. Day Workshop

Annual Changing Exhibit at WS Museum

Returning in 2011!

Due to ongoing construction, we won't be installing a changing exhibit at the Museum this summer.  Watch for our temporary exhibits at the Library!
On display in February, June and October 2010.

June

All month

The Museum presents a temporary exhibit on weddings in the Library case.
Explore celebrations of the 19th century.  

6th Annual Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville
Presented by the W-S Museum
Saturday, June 5
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Spend the day behind the scenes, exploring heritage, culture, and the
community of Whitchurch-Stouffville during this FREE community event.   See
www.doorsopenws.ca

37th Antique and Classic Car Show
Sunday, August 8 (raindate, August 15)
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join us as exhibitors from across southern Ontario display their prized antique and classic cars.  Tour historic buildings.  See heritage demonstrations. Children's activities and live entertainment provide fun for the whole family.  Admission: $5.00 per exhibitor (+ one guest), $6.00 per person; $15.00 for family of four; children under 7 FREE.  Due to ongoing construction, please call to confirm event location.

History Hands-On (H2O) with Apples
Saturday, September 25
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A chance to experience life as it was more than 100 years ago!  Visit the Log Cabin and try some Pioneer chores.  Help prepare treats in the Farmhouse kitchen.  Complete your lessons on a slate in the 19th-century classroom.
Activities change with the season. This month's theme - APPLES!  Admission is FREE, donations gratefully accepted.

History Hands-On (H2O) with Pumpkins
Saturday, October 23
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A chance to experience life as it was more than 100 years ago!  Visit the Log Cabin and try some Pioneer chores.  Help prepare treats in the Farmhouse kitchen.  Complete your lessons on a slate in the 19th-century classroom.
Activities change with the season. This month's theme - PUMPKINS!  Admission is FREE, donations gratefully accepted.

30th Annual Victorian Tea
Friday, November 26
Reserved sittings at 11:30 am, 1:00 & 2:30 pm

Please join us to start your celebration of the festive season by enjoying light sandwiches, festive cookies and traditional trifle and plum pudding. 

Shop for heritage crafts, toys & jewelry in the Museum Gift Shop.  Due to ongoing construction, please call to confirm event location. 

Adults: $12.00, Children: $6.00

Holiday PA Day Workshop for Children
Date to be determined
9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Children ages 8-12 will participate in an assortment of hands-on crafts, heritage cooking and traditional games appropriate for the season.  The cost is $40.00 per child (Members' rate $32.00) - includes all materials and snacks.  Pre-registration is required and participants must bring their own nut-free lunch.

A Candlelight Christmas Tour
Saturday, December 11 6:30 OR 8:00 pm
Adults: $15.00, Children: $10.00

Join our costumed staff on this enchanting evening tour!  Explore the development of Christmas traditions by sampling 19th-century foods, entertainment,

& decorations in our Pioneer Log Cabin & Victorian Farmhouse.  Enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride, then warm up with hot apple cider & traditional baking & maybe even some Christmas carols.  Advance ticket purchase is required.  Due to ongoing construction, please call to confirm status of event.

 


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