Saturday, February 23 History Hands-On (H2O) in Winter
10:00 am – 4:00 pm A chance to really experience life as it was more than 100 years ago! Visit the Log Cabin and try your hand at 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.
Friday, March 7 March Break Kick Off
9:00 am – 4:00 pm Not sure what to do with the kids on the Friday before March Break? Children aged 8-12 will participate in 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.
Sunday, April 13 Pancake Brunch
11:00 am - 2:00 pm Celebrate the end of winter at this delicious event hosted by the Friends of the Museum. Enjoy a pancake and ham brunch, topped off with locally produced maple syrup before touring the Museum’s restored heritage buildings. Cost: $6.00 for adults, $2.00 for children.
Saturday, April 19 REACH Day
10:00 am – 4:00 pm What was Ontario like during the 1800s? Brownies and Guides will participate in a series of unique hands-on activities that will provide them with the opportunity to Really Experience Authentic Cultural Heritage! Activities will take place in the Museum’s historic buildings and can be used to meet various badge requirements. Each troop will participate in a program that will run for a minimum of 1½ hours. Admission: $4.00 per participant. Please call for a start time for your group or for more information.
Saturday, April 26 History Hands-On (H2O) in Spring
10:00 am – 4:00 pm A chance to really experience life as it was more than 100 years ago! Visit the Log Cabin and try your hand at 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.
Friday, May 2 Almost May Day Play Day
9:00 am – 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.
Friday, May 16 Switch to Summer Hours
The Museum switches to its summer schedule: Wednesday- Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
AND EXHIBIT OPENS – Fast Forward: Through a Child’s Eyes
Children growing up in the 1800s would have had a very different childhood experience from young people today. This exhibit will help us to understand these “miniature adults” and the influences that helped shape their lives. Details will be revealed through the eyes of our narrator Annie as she describes her family & home life, school, community, social activities and quiet times, things that might worry her, & what she envisions for her future. On display until September 12th.
Saturday, June 7 Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville
Sunday, August 10 35th Annual Antique & Classic Car Show
11:00 am - 4:00 pm Join us as Exhibitors from across southern Ontario display their prized antique & classic cars. Food available in the Tea Room or hot off the BBQ. Historic buildings open with heritage demonstrations, children’s activities and live entertainment. Rain date: August 17th. Admission: $5.00 (children under 7 free); $12.00 per family of up to 4.
September 3 Switch to Winter Hours: Monday - Friday, 1:00 - 5:00 pm.
Saturday, September 27 History Hands-On (H2O) with Apples
10:00 am – 4:00 pm A chance to really experience life as it was more than 100 years ago! Visit the Log Cabin and try your hand at 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.
Saturday, October 25 History Hands-On (H2O) with Pumpkins
10:00 am – 4:00 pm A chance to really experience life as it was more than 100 years ago! Visit the Log Cabin and try your hand at 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.
Friday, November 28 28th Annual Victorian Tea
Seatings at 11:30, 1:00, & 2:30 Enjoy a delicious taste of Christmas Past prepared by the Friends of the Museum. This year our Seasonal Bake Shop will feature exclusively home made pies in flavours to
please every palate. The Museum Gift Shop will also be open for those hard-to-find heritage games, toys, and books! Please call to reserve your preferred seating time. Adults: $10.00, Children: $4.00
Friday, December 5?? Soon-to-be-the Holidays PA Day Workshop for Children
9:00 am – 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.
Saturday, December 13 A Candlelight Christmas
6:30 or 8:00 pm Join our costumed staff on this enchanting evening tour! Explore the development of Christmas traditions while sampling 19th-century foods, entertainment and decorations in our Pioneer Log Cabin and Victorian Farmhouse. Enjoy a horse-drawn hay ride and then warm up with hot apple cider, traditional baking and Christmas carols. Book early as there is limited space for this event and last year’s tours sold out!! Adults: $15.00 Children: $10.00 |
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