Pieces of Canada Exhibition, Reclaiming Cultural Identity workshop, Film Series, Community Yoga and more.

Pieces of Canada still on display!

We reached out into the community, and they responded. Over 140 artefacts have been loaned to the Museum for this exhibition. Community members have provided their artefacts and their idea on what makes it an important story about Canada's past.

Visitors have the opportunity to explore this exhibition with one of our tablets that provides the stories and added content such as video, audio and photos related to the story that the artefact tells. Check out this wonderful exhibition that was developed by the community. These are personal stories that collectively tell us something about our nation.
Pieces of Canada is on display in the OPG Temporary Gallery until December 31^st.

RECLAIMING CULTURAL IDENTITY: WORKSHOP #3 CREATION STORY REVISITED: INDIGENOUS ARTISTS REFLECT CREATION TEACHING

November 18, 2017 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

In partnership with the Niagara Regional Native Centre the museum is presenting workshops and talks on Wampum Belts, Indigenous Beadwork in Niagara and Creation Stories. Led by Rick Hill (Beaver Clan of the Tuscarora Nation) experts share their wisdom and skill, and attendees participate in creating lasting items. This is a great way for anyone to learn more about the history of the Indigenous People of Niagara. Come to our final workshop of the year on the creation story.
November 18: Creation Story Revisited: Indigenous Artists Reflect Creation Teaching
This workshop takes place at the Niagara Falls History museum and run from 2:00 – 4:00. This program is for Indigenous and non-Indigenous attendees, and for people of all ages. Special programming has been arranged for children in attendance. If transportation is required from St. Catharines and within Niagara Falls please contact Kevin Hobbs at khobbs@niagarafalls.ca or at 905-356-7521, ext. 5912
This is a free program but please sign up in advance on our Eventbrite page for the workshop and guarantee yourself a spot!

Hear the Creation Story through traditional oral storytelling, and develop an appreciation of modern-day depictions of the story. This is an event for the entire family.

THE CITY OF THE FALLS PROJECT

Print, titled "Niagara Falls From Falls View Station" a litograph by John A. Lowell out of Boston. Copyrighted 1893.The image shows the Niagara Falls as would be seen today from the Fallsview Casino. Table Rock building is below them, to the left of the image.

The City of the Falls Project was a real estate venture which was developed by some of the most influential men in Upper Canada. They founded the City of the Falls Company and through it sought to establish a large residential city within view of the Falls. The original shareholders of the City of the Falls Company were Lieutenant-General John Murray, Thomas Clark, Samuel Street, James Buchanan, William Allan, John Plenry Dunn, Thomas Dixon and James Robinson. They professed two goals: to make money and to preserve the Falls from vandalism and commercial enterprises.

For more on the City of the Falls project, click on the link below:

City of the Falls

Free Admission every Thursday night from 5 - 9 p.m. Make us a habit.

There is always something going on Thursday Nights

The Niagara Falls History Museum is open until 9:00 p.m. on Thursdays and provides free access to the galleries and a variety of programmes for all ages. This month’s programmes include:

November 2
Community Yoga series @ 7pm
Picture of people in a yoga class.
Join Shine On Yoga for a FREE community yoga class. Relaxing hatha yoga class, geared toward reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep quality and maintaining or re-gaining your health. No yoga experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a water bottle and a yoga mat if you have one. Recommended for ages 16 and up. 20 Participants max, please come early to ensure a spot!

November 9
Film Series @ 7pm
Picture of two men.
Pirates of Silicon Valley (Martyn Burke , U.S. 1999) 95 mins.
Rated PG Competitors Bill Gates and Steve Jobs are portrayed as revolutionaries in the development of the personal computer. With Anthony Michael Hall, Noah Wyle. Emmy nominations: original made-for-television film, director, writing, cast.

November 16
Community Yoga series @ 7pm
Shine On Yoga logo
Join Shine On Yoga for a FREE community yoga class. Relaxing hatha yoga class, geared toward reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep quality and maintaining or re-gaining your health. No yoga experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a water bottle and a yoga mat if you have one. Recommended for ages 16 and up. 20 Participants max, please come early to ensure a spot!

November 23
Film Series @ 7pm
Picture of a lady in a kitchen.
Julie and Julia (Nora Ephron U.S., 2009) 2 hrs. 2 mins.
Rated PG Celebrity chef Julia Child’s impact is so popular that one of her most devoted fans attempts to cook every recipe in Child's first cookbook. With Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, Stanley Tucci. Oscar nominations, Golden Globes and Bafta Awards.

November 30
Community Yoga series @ 7pm
Picture of people in a yoga class.
Join Shine On Yoga for a FREE community yoga class. Relaxing hatha yoga class, geared toward reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep quality and maintaining or re-gaining your health. No yoga experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a water bottle and a yoga mat if you have one. Recommended for ages 16 and up. 20 Participants max, please come early to ensure a spot!

The Insiders

Also on Thursday nights, when you visit the Museum, you might run across one of our new crew of volunteers. These individuals have worked with us on coming up with a new perspective on looking at our history. There will be new people out each week, so make it a habit of stopping by.

Become a Member

Museum membership is inexpensive and an affordable way to find out about our community. Your membership gets you free admission to the Museum and current edition of our publication “Circa”, which is filled with great articles on local history. Past editions are also available for sale in our Gift Shop.

Individual Membership - $15
Family Membership - $25

For more information on other benefits, call the museum at 905-359-8327.

Educational Programs

The Museum has released the 2018 educational program offerings for teachers. There are a few new programs that fit the Ontario Curriculum as well as Museum and Battlefield tours.

We are also excited to be working with Niagara Falls Transit on offering free bus transportation to elementary school children.

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