Programs at the Museum, Heritage Village & Nature's Place

The rotating interactive exhibits at the Village include:

• Child’s Play
• Housekeeping
• Making a living
• Putting food on the table
• Rural Fashion

At Nature's Place, the rotating interactive exhibits include:

• Bats
• Amphibians
• Songbirds

The museum, Heritage Village & and Nature’s Place are open daily between Tuesday and Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM.

The self-guided tour at the Village can be enjoyed at all times, while the Nature’s Place includes returning and new interactive exhibits.

Programming Activities Descriptions:

Bat Crats

Build a bat with simple crafting materials, like pipe cleaners and tissue paper. Different bat species also come in red, tan, brown, and gray, so pick the colour, make one, and bring home your little critter. Great for families of all ages. Available on 25^th May and 1^st June at Nature’s Pace between 3 and 4pm.

Rock Painting

Ready to rock the world with your artistic skills? Or are you just here for a zen rock painting session? Come join us and show us what you can do with rocks! All ages are welcome. Available on 26^th May and 16^th June at Nature’s Pace between 3 and 4pm.

Experiments with Nature

Mad scientist alert! Science experiments will be conducted outside Nature's Place, and you are invited to witness and learn how things work in nature. During the first two sessions, we will explore the subjects of volcanic activities and buoyancy. Family participation welcome. Available on 27^th May and 3^rd June at 11am and 2pm.

Mini-Scarecrow

Don't you hate it when wild animals nibble on the crops in your garden? Help us build mini scarecrows made of straw and fabric! We need to protect our three sisters garden from birds and deer. All are welcome. Available on 2^nd June at 11am and 2pm, and 23^rd June between 3 and 4pm.

Wildlife Sketches

Pick up a pencil and start sketching! Come join us and learn to sketch cute animals step-by-step. Take home your piece and show it to your friends! Great for families of all ages. Available on 8^th June and 15^th June between 3 and 4pm.

Pioneer Life

What life was like as a villager or a woodsman in the 1850s? Join us and see demonstrations with historical artifacts, butter-making, and period clothing on Saturdays. All ages are welcome. Available 10^th, 17^th, and 24^th June at 11am and 2pm.

Paper Plate Birds

Owls, peacocks, parrots, flamingos... you name it, you've got it. It all starts with an uninspiring, plain paper plate. Come join us and find out how we can use a paper plate and craft all kinds of birds. Great for families. Available on 22^nd June between 3 and 4pm, and 29^th June at 11am and 2pm.

Canada day Events

This year's Canada Day events at the village and Nature's Place include Rob Power Master Magician, ice cream donated by Kawartha Dairy, living history demonstrations, and many other hands-on activities. Come join us and celebrate the country's 156th birthday!