Waterloo Region

Museum

Winter Spring 2018

Wild Weather will immerse visitors of

all ages in the science of severe weather!

On exhibit February 2 to April 29, 2018

On exhibit February 2 to April 29, 2018

Waterloo Region Museum Visit our main gallery that tells the story of Waterloo Region and our feature gallery that showcases local and travelling exhibits from around the world.

Doon Heritage VillageExperience our picturesque 60-acre living history village that interprets life in Waterloo Region in the year 1914. Open May through December.

Waterloo Region Hall of Fame Learn about the people and organizations that have made a difference in Waterloo Region.

Admission One low admission price includes our feature and main exhibit galleries, Doon Heritage Village, and the Waterloo Region Hall of Fame.

Adults $11 plus HSTSeniors/students $8 plus HSTChildren (five to 12 years) $5 plus HSTChildren under five years Free Family (two adults and their children under 18) $25 plus HST

Museum members receive a 10 per cent discount on selected special events, workshops, concessions, and items in our gift shop. Gift certificates available.

Winter Museum Gallery hours – open dailyJanuary 1: ClosedJanuary 2 to 5: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.January 7: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.January 8 to 14: ClosedJanuary 15 to April 30: OpenMonday through Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Winter Doon Heritage Village hours – seasonal January 1 to April 30: Closed (except for pre-booked education programs)

Season Opening – May 1, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

As parking can be limited, please consider carpooling.

10 per cent members discountAdvanced registration required

Special events

JanuaryHoliday Family Fun Days! Tuesday, January 2 to Sunday, January 7

Last chance to see Trailblazing – Women in Canada since 1867exhibit closes January 7 at 5 p.m.

Museum closed to the publicMonday, January 8 to Sunday, January 14Family Fun Theme Weekend – Pyjama Party at the MuseumSaturday and Sunday, January 20 and 21 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.PD Day Fun – Sensational Senses!Friday, January 26, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.Family Fun Theme Sunday – Sensational Senses!Sunday, January 28, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

FebruaryWild Weather Exhibit Opening Day Friday, February 2 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.Family Fun Theme Sunday – Winter Olympics at the Museum Sunday, February 11, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Family Day Weekend – Wild Weather ExhibitSaturday, Sunday, Monday, February 17, 18, 19 Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Guelph Black History Society Celebrates Black History MonthSunday, February 25, 1 to 5 p.m.

Visit our website for more details or call 519-748-1914. Regular business hours/admission apply unless otherwise noted.

MarchK-W Symphony Kinderconcert Series “Tiger in the Well” Saturday, March 3 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. – Pre-concert activities 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. – Concert Call 519-745-4711 for tickets. (Admission to galleries not included)Adventures in Time Summer Day Camp RegistrationSaturday, March 3, 9 to 10 a.m. (Museum members) 10 a.m. to noon (non-museum members)March Break MadnessSaturday, March 10 to Sunday, March 18 Fun for all ages. Visit our website for details.Waterloo Wellington Children’s Groundwater Festival 9th Annual Soupfest – Just Add WaterThursday, March 22 , 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. $12 per person (plus HST)Waterloo Region Museum UnpluggedSaturday, March 24, 11 to 5 p.m. Activities for Earth Hour.Family Fun Theme Weekend – Jump Into the Story Friday, March 30 through to Monday, April 2.

AprilEaster Sunrise ServiceSunday, April 1, 7 a.m. Freeport United Brethren Church, in Doon Heritage Village. Friends of Waterloo Region Museum – Annual General Meeting Wednesday, April 4, 7 p.m.PD Day Fun Friday, April 13, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Teddy Bear’s Night at the MuseumFriday, April 13 and 20, 6 to 8 p.m.Waterloo Region Hall of Fame Induction Sunday, April 22, 2 p.m.

Wild Weather – Last chance to see this exhibitExhibit closes Sunday, April 29 at 5 p.m.

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WorkshopsAdvanced registration required. 10 per cent members discount applies. Limited capacity. Non-refundable.

All prices subject to HST. Visit website for details. (Admission to galleries not included.)

AdultsBread Making 101 Saturday, January 27, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., $30Rustic Growth Chart Ruler Thursday, February 22, 7 to 9 p.m. $70Growing Indoor SeedlingsSaturday, February 24, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. $10Modern Macramé Plant Hanger Thursday, March 22, 7 to 9 p.m. $40

Home Sweet Home Embroidery Hoop Art Saturday, April 7, 1:30 to 3 p.m. $25Pruning Trees and Shrubs Saturday, April 7, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. $15Spring Welcome Sign Thursday, April 12, 7 to 9 p.m. $35Succulent TerrariumThursday, April 19, 7 to 9 p.m. $30

ChildrenTooth Fairy Monster Pillow (ages 6 to 10)Saturday, February 24, 10 to 11 a.m. $12Young Gardener’s Workshop (ages 5 to 8)Saturday, February 24, 10 to 11 a.m. $10Fairy and Elf Door Making (ages 6 to 10)Sunday, April 8, 10 to 11 a.m. $15

TotsTot Workshop – Winter Weather Quiet Bin (ages 3 to 5) Saturday, February 10, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. $15

Visit our website for more details or call 519-748-1914. Regular business hours/admission apply unless otherwise noted.

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Waterloo Region Museum

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Schneider Haus

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For membership details visit our website.

www.regionofwaterloo.ca/museums

Visit today!

Waterloo Region Museum519-748-1914 TTY: 519-575-4608

10 Huron Road (just off Homer Watson Boulevard)Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, N2P 2R7

@wregionmuseum

www.waterlooregionmuseum.ca

MUSEUMS

Family Day and March Break!Family Day Weekend – Wild Weather ExhibitSaturday, Sunday, Monday, February 17, 18, 19 Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

March Break MadnessSaturday, March 10 to Sunday, March 18Fun for all ages. Visit our website for details.

ToTs Time!Tuesdays and ThursdaysJanuary 16 to April 19 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.An engaging program for children ages 2 to 5.

Check website for dates. Not offered during March Break.

Moms and Babes Morning Out

Are you a new parent looking for some adult time with other new parents?

Wednesdays, February 7, 21, March 7, 21, April 4, 18, 10 to 11 a.m.

Tots Time – $3 per child plus HSTMom and Babes – $3 per adult plus HSTFor both programs a 10 per cent members discount applies.

On exhibit at the Waterloo Region Museum February 2 to April 29, 2018

Wild Weatherimmerses visitors of

all ages in the

science of severe

weather!

Wild Weather was developed and produced by Science North in partnership

with the Ontario Science Centre.

Waterloo Region Museum 10 Huron Road, Kitchener, Ontario 519-748-1914 TTY: 519-575-4608

www.waterlooregionmuseum.ca •