Coming up in May at the MoD
The Museum of Dufferin (MoD) collects and preserves the stories of the people, places and culture of Dufferin County — past and present — and shares them through engaging and inclusive experiences. The MoD offers a welcoming, unique and enriching environment for its visitors, with an eclectic variety of experiences by way of exhibitions, events, programs and tours. There’s something for everyone – here’s what’s coming up in May at the MoD!
MoD-Tots: Gifts for Mom | May 1, 9 to 10 am, 11 am to noon
Join the Museum for MoD-Tots: Gifts for Mom! Create gifts with your toddler for the female caregiver in their life through tot-friendly crafts and sensory play!
$7 plus HST per child.
Red Dress Day | May 4 and 5
Red Dress Day, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People, is observed on May 5. The day honours and brings awareness to the thousands of Indigenous women, girls and Two-Spirit people who have been subject to disproportionate violence in Canada.
The Museum of Dufferin is preparing a display of red dresses that have been donated by the community. Beginning May 4, if you drive by the Museum, you’ll see red dresses displayed on the front lawn. Join Dufferin County in thinking of the families and survivors. The red dresses are a visual reminder to remember, reflect and act.
Archives Workshop: Hunting For Your House History (Rural / Farm) | May 4, 10 am to noon
Do you own a farm/rural property in Dufferin County and want to learn about its history?
Led by MoD Archivist, Laura Camilleri, this workshop will focus on researching the history of farms and farm families in Dufferin County. Archives staff will guide you through researching the property history – from the issuance of a crown patent to the present.
Participants are welcome to stay after the workshop to continue their research. Please ensure that if you bring a specific address to research that you have the legal description ready.
Participants do not need to live in or own a heritage property to join the workshop. Prior research experience is not necessary. Get ready to start exploring!
$15 plus HST per appointment.
MoD Master Class for Kids and Teens: Dragon Painting | May 11, 10 am to noon
No experience necessary, beginners welcome!
Master painter Ricky Schaede is back at the MoD, offering a dragon painting workshop for kids and teens.
$20 plus HST, per participant.
MoD Master Class for Kids & Teens: Octopus Painting | May 11, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
No experience necessary, beginners welcome!
Master painter Ricky Schaede is back at the MoD, offering an octopus painting workshop for kids and teens.
$20 plus HST, per participant.
MoD-Tots: Things That Go | May 15, 9 to 10 am or 11 to noon
Join the MoD for MoD-Tots: Things that Go! Explore planes, trains and automobiles with your toddler through transportation themed crafts and sensory play.
$7 plus HST per child.
International Museum Day: Free Admission | May 18, 11 am to 4 pm
Saturday, May 18 is International Museum Day!
To celebrate, the MoD is leading special behind-the-scenes tours in its storage rooms with Museum staff. These rooms are not usually accessible to the public, but the MoD is opening them up just for you!
How does the Museum keep artifacts and archival documents safe? How are artifacts chosen artifacts for display? Does the MoD have dinosaur bones? Secret love letters? Find out the answers to these questions and more on this rarely offered tour!
You can also try out a scavenger hunt and take part in other fun activities throughout the galleries!
MoD Studio Workshop: Create Your Own Cookbook | May 25, 1 to 2 pm
In this workshop, your family or group can try building their own cookbook! This one-hour workshop will go through the basics of bookmaking and provide historical examples from our collection for inspiration. Supplies will be provided so you can take your cookbook home to add in more recipes! While you’re at the MoD, you can also check out the new exhibit on Food and Drink for more inspiration.
$20 plus HST per family/group.
MoD-Tots: In the Rainforest | May 29, 9 to 10 am and 11 am to noon
Join the Museum for MoD-Tots: In the Rainforest! Explore the jungle with your toddler through tot-friendly rainforest themed crafts and sensory play.
$7 plus HST per child.
The MoD, located at 936029 Airport Road Mulmur, Ontario, features three galleries and four historic buildings that host long-term and short-term exhibitions and art shows. The MoD is also home to the Dufferin County Archives. Check out the Museum’s current exhibitions here.
Learn more about the MoD at www.dufferinmuseum.com and follow the Museum on Facebook and Instagram.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Megan Ball, Manager of Communications
mball@dufferincounty.ca
