Programs and Events

With three unique museums, we offer events and programs that suit a wide variety of interests and ages. Register for an upcoming program or drop by to view an exhibition. You can also visit our Museums YouTube page and view a variety of virtual activities, presentations, and videos. 

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Upcoming special events

Haldimand Museums offers a variety of annual and special heritage events. Step into Haldimand's vibrant local history through family-friendly activities held across our heritage sites.

Explore our registered programs on ActiveNet to discover upcoming special events. 


Upcoming programs and workshops

Haldimand Museums offers a wide variety of programs and experiences for all ages, including educational activities, workshops, and cultural programs.

Explore our programs on ActiveNet to discover upcoming workshops and activities. 

Genealogy workshops

Discover your family history with genealogy workshops. Trace ancestors and find records to uncover the stories of those who came before you.

Culture programs

Get a glimpse into the rich history of our community and partake in new, specialized workshops with our Heritage and Culture team.

Heritage events

Experience a variety of special heritage events, from classic car shows and juried art shows to community celebrations and seasonal events.


Summer camps

Registration for summer camps is now closed.

Our Discovery Days camps offer a variety of engaging and educational programming for children aged 5 to 12. With a focus on learning and discovery, campers get all the fun of traditional summer camp while gaining knowledge and learning new skills.

All camps run Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with options for before and aftercare.


Programs for schools

Each of our museums offers opportunities for collaboration with local schools to learn more about Haldimand’s history.

Schools can book the following programs through the Edinburgh Square and Heritage Centre. For more information contact our museums team or call 905-765-3134.

Our Town Hall

Students will learn about the founding of Caledonia, stories of early settlement, and explore the development of the community through hands-on activities.

Details:

  • Grade level: K-3
  • Curriculum connections: Our Community
  • Location: On-site
  • Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student

The Heritage Centre offers a variety of programs for both elementary and secondary levels. All programs can be tailored to suit your needs and incorporate the archives and artifacts for a hands-on experience.

For more information contact our museums team or call 905-318-5932, ext. 6613.

Log Cabin & Pioneer Living

Grade level: 3-6

Students will learn how and why people settled in this area, and explore the lifestyles and roles within a pioneer settlement. The field trip will consist of a visit to the Nicholas Log Cabin. 

  • Location: On-site, Nicholas Log Cabin
  •  Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student

Archivist for a Day

Grade level: 9-12

Students will learn to use their local archives and research tools to conduct their own historical research for school projects. 

  • Location: On-site
  •  Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student
We also host a Classroom Curator program open to all grade levels (K-12), that asks students to use the archives and artifacts to create exhibits related to your history or social studies curriculum.

School Days Past

The Wilson MacDonald Memorial School Museum offers students a unique look into the past with their School Days Past program.

Students will experience a typical day in a one-room, rural school. Costumes, role-playing, lessons, and games are used to help modern children learn about their heritage and the history of education.  

  • Location: On-site
  • Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student

For bookings or more information contact our museums team or call 905-776-3319.

Christmas Roots

Grade level: 1-3

Students will experience a traditional Christmas in Haldimand County. Compare Pioneer to modern celebrations and traditions practiced in Canada.

  • Location: On-site
  • Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student

Can't make it in to our museums? We'll come to you! Explore some of Haldimand Museums' outreach opportunities fit for in-class experiences. 

For bookings or more information contact our museums team.

Black History of Haldimand County

Grade level: 3-10
Learn about Haldimand’s Black History exploring topics like the Underground Railroad and Canfield’s Black community. 

  • Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student

History and the Environment

Grade level: 6-8
Students will learn how the natural environment shaped the lives of settlers in Haldimand and surrounding communities along the Grand River.

  • Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student

Using Primary Sources for School Projects

Grade level: 4-12
Students explore how to make use of primary sources in the classroom for their projects using resources from Haldimand Museums. 

  • Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student

Prominent People of Haldimand County

Grade level: 6-8
Students will examine the lives of prominent figures in Haldimand County.

  • Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student

Family Origins

Grade level: 6-8
Students will learn how to conduct family history research and learn about family origins in Haldimand County.  

  • Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student

Women at War

Grade level: 10-11
Utilizing artifacts, the archives, and hands-on learning, students will explore how women’s roles changed with WWI and WWII.

  • Cost:
    • Full-day Program, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $3.75 per student
    • Half-day Program, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 2.p.m., $7.50 per student