Group Experiences
…faced communities in the 19th century. Study various perspectives on the economic and social realities of the day. Learn about survival and how to how to build a community. …
Invented: Propelled by Imagination
…1800s also saw the development of modern Western medicine. Many commonly used medical devices can trace their origins to this century. Even everyday items that consumers took for granted by…
How to: Make Your Own Camera Obscura
…light coming in. Step 5: Try it out! Your camera obscura will work best if you are in a dark room with the holes pointing toward a bright subject. For…
How To: Make Your Own Rhubarb Jam
…Note: Rhubarb harvested later in the spring may take longer to cook down and thicken. Tip: Place a dish or spoon in the freezer. To test if the jam is…
What’s On At The Village
…enjoy a sandwich from the Pavilion Snack Bar. (#36 on The Village map.) View The Village Map Select the thumbnail image below to download a full-sized copy of the…
Daniel Stong’s Grain Barn
…grain storage. It has a large threshing floor in the centre that was used for threshing and winnowing. The threshing was the beating free of the grain seeds, and the…
Ruth’s Story
CHAPTER TWO You decide the Grands are right. When you’re in a brand new place, it’s more comfortable to be with people who understand you. The privately-run school is run…
Molly’s Story
…in the Fenian Brotherhood, a group of Irish-American rebels*. “They have a plan to free Ireland!” he continues. “Their men have learned to fight in the American Civil War. Together,…
Needle Felt a Santa Ornament Workshop
Get into the holiday spirit by learning the art of needle felting. Learn the magic of turning wool fluff into a solid Santa figure using a special needle. Students will learn how to create Santa’s…
Needle Felt an Owl Figure Workshop
Learn to needle felt by creating a cute owl figure. Choose what colours you want to use and what style to make the face! Instructor Cathy Disbrow will teach you how to needle felt the…