January
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| Dec 24 - Jan 10 |
"We Are Temporarily Closed"
The Eva Brook Donly Museum and Archives will be closed from December 24th until January 10th for the holidays and for some minor maintenance activities.
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| Jan 10 |
"Museum Re-opens"
We are now ready for our visitors in 2012. Please come and visit us.
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| Jan 10 - Feb 4 |
"Norfolk's Rural Roots"
An exhibition exploring the agricultural roots of Norfolk County.
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| Jan 26 |
Friends of Eva: Lecture Series 2 - "Norfolk's Rural Roots"
First of three lectures concerning the roots and routes of Norfolk County. This will be an examination of the County's nineteenth century agricultural roots as evidenced by archival documents from the Norfolk Historical Society collection.
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission: $10.00/person with refreshments available.
Early Bird Special - $25.00 if you pre-purchase tickets to all three lectures in Series #2
Details: Series Info
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February
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| Feb 21 - Aug 25 |
"Norfolk's Royal Salute: Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II"
A multifaceted museum exhibition of archival documents, photographs and artifacts relating to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Her ancestors and Her descendants. This will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Monarch's reign, and reflect the very loyal nature of the people of Norfolk County over the last 200 years.
Admission: Free (Donations appreciated).
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| Feb 21 - 25 |
"Heritage Week"
Please come and enjoy the Museum during a week celebrating local and Canadian heritage.
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| Feb 23 |
Friends of Eva: Lecture Series 2 - "Royal Routes Through Norfolk"
Second of three lectures concerning the roots and routes of Norfolk County.
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission: $10.00/person with refreshments available.
Details: Series Info
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| Feb 29 |
"Diamond Anniversary Day"
A celebration of the Diamond Anniversary of our Queen Elizabeth II, with free cake, coffee and tea from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.
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March
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| Continuing Until Aug 25 |
"Norfolk's Royal Salute: Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II"
A multifaceted museum exhibition of archival documents, photographs and artifacts relating to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Her ancestors and Her descendants. This will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Monarch's reign, and reflect the very loyal nature of the people of Norfolk County over the last 200 years.
Admission: Free (Donations appreciated).
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| Mar 15 - 18 |
"March Break"
A chance to get out with the kids and experience some local history at the Eva Brook Donly Museum and Archives |
| Mar 22 |
"Norfolk Historical Society Annual General Meeting"
Members' meeting to review our successes and challenges of 2011 and and plans for 2012
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| Mar 29 |
Friends of Eva: Lecture Series 2 - "Simcoe's Architectural Root"
Third of three lectures concerning the roots and routes of Norfolk County.
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission: $10.00/person with refreshments available.
Details: Series Info
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April
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| Continuing Until Aug 25 |
"Norfolk's Royal Salute: Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II"
A multifaceted museum exhibition of archival documents, photographs and artifacts relating to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Her ancestors and Her descendants. This will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Monarch's reign, and reflect the very loyal nature of the people of Norfolk County over the last 200 years.
Admission: Free (Donations appreciated).
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| Apr 3 - 7 |
"Archives Awareness Week"
Enjoy half-price research admission to the Archives housed upstairs at the Eva Brook Donly Museum and Archives
A special event will be announced shortly
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| Apr 10 - Jun 29 |
"Between the Points of the Compass"
An examination of the history and influence of Freemasonry in Norfolk County over the last 200 years. Come discover that several leading citizens of Simcoe and Norfolk County were members of the Craft. Come discover some of the secrets and hidden mysteries of this "ancient and noble order". Come learn about the many charitable contributions made to society by this fraternity today.
Admission: Free (Donations appreciated).
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| April 14 |
"Archives Workshop: Identifying Old Photographs"
Details to be confirmed.
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| Apr 21 |
"Calling All Britons - Open House"
A celebration of all things British - this Open House is all: for ex-patriots; for anyone who has visited Great Britain; for anyone who wishes to visit it in the future! Enjoy music, refreshments, friendships and more!.
Admission: Free.
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| Apr 26 |
Friends of Eva: Lecture Series 3 - "Who Was Eva Brook Donly?"
First of three lectures concerning the roots and routes of Norfolk County. Discover the life and passions of our namesake
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission: $10.00/person with refreshments available.
Early Bird Special - $25.00 if you pre-purchase tickets to all three lectures in Series #3
Details:
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May
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| Continuing Until Aug 25 |
"Norfolk's Royal Salute: Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II"
A multifaceted museum exhibition of archival documents, photographs and artifacts relating to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Her ancestors and Her descendants. This will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Monarch's reign, and reflect the very loyal nature of the people of Norfolk County over the last 200 years.
Admission: Free (Donations appreciated).
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| Continuing Until Jun 29 |
"Between the Points of the Compass"
An examination of the history and influence of Freemasonry in Norfolk County over the last 200 years. Come discover that several leading citizens of Simcoe and Norfolk County were members of the Craft. Come discover some of the secrets and hidden mysteries of this "ancient and noble order". Come learn about the many charitable contributions made to society by this fraternity today.
Admission: Free (Donations appreciated).
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| May 1-7 |
"BHNCDSB Art EXhibition"
Details pending.
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| May TBA |
"Royal Spring Tea"
Come to our annual Spring Tea fundraising event and enjoy some tea and cookies while listening to a lively presentation
Tickets: Pricing TBD
Sponsor: TBD
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| May 31 |
Friends of Eva: Lecture Series 3 - "Topic TBA"
Second of three lectures concerning Norfolk County.
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission: $10.00/person with refreshments available.
Details:
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June
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| Continuing Until Aug 25 |
"Norfolk's Royal Salute: Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II"
A multifaceted museum exhibition of archival documents, photographs and artifacts relating to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Her ancestors and Her descendants. This will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Monarch's reign, and reflect the very loyal nature of the people of Norfolk County over the last 200 years.
Admission: Free (Donations appreciated).
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| Continuing Until Jun 29 |
"Between the Points of the Compass"
An examination of the history and influence of Freemasonry in Norfolk County over the last 200 years. Come discover that several leading citizens of Simcoe and Norfolk County were members of the Craft. Come discover some of the secrets and hidden mysteries of this "ancient and noble order". Come learn about the many charitable contributions made to society by this fraternity today.
Admission: Free (Donations appreciated).
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| Jun 2 |
"Garden Workshop - with Henry Eising"
Details pending.
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| Jun 16 - 17 |
"Norfolk Heritage Garden Tour"
A tour of several beautiful Norfolk Gardens
Sponsored by Eising Greenhouses and Garden Centre
Details:
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| Jun 24 |
"Masonic Pilgramage, Parade and Open House"
Details Pending.
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| Jun 28 |
Friends of Eva: Lecture Series 3 - "Topic TBA"
Third of three lectures concerning Norfolk County.
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission: $10.00/person with refreshments available.
Details:
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July - August
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| Continuing Until Aug 25 |
"Norfolk's Royal Salute: Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II"
A multifaceted museum exhibition of archival documents, photographs and artifacts relating to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Her ancestors and Her descendants. This will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Monarch's reign, and reflect the very loyal nature of the people of Norfolk County over the last 200 years.
Admission: Free (Donations appreciated).
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| Jul 3 - Aug 24 |
"Heritage Adventures Day Camp"
Fun adventures for kids ages 5 to 12, every day from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
- Pre-registration required.
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| Aug 20 |
"NHS Yard Sale"
Come and search through a large selection of previously owned items. Find that special treasure that could be hiding and waiting just for you.
Note: No artifacts are being sold
Time: 9:00 - 12:00
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September
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| Sep 12 - Dec 22 |
"War of 1812 Exhibit"
Details pending.
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| Sep - Dec |
"Made in Canada"
Details Pending.
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| Sep 24 |
"Norfolklore XXXV"
Canada's oldest Genealogy Fair
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October
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| Continuing Until Dec 22 |
"War of 1812 Exhibit"
Details pending.
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| Sep - Dec 22 |
"Made in Canada"
Details Pending.
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| Oct 18 |
"Friends of Eva Lecture Series #4 - Topic TBD"
First of 3 lectures on historical topics of interest within Norfolk County.
Tonight, Scott Gillies will provide a fun presentation on the origin of different superstitions and some local legends.
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission: $10.00/person with refreshments available.
Early Bird Special - $25.00 if you pre-purchase tickets to all three lectures in Series #4
Details:
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November
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| Continuing Until Dec 22 |
"War of 1812 Exhibit"
Details pending.
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| Continuing Until Dec 22 |
"Made in Canada"
Details Pending.
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| November |
"Artist of the Month - TBA
We will be having one month showcases of specific artists over the winter.
This month, TBA.
Admission: Free |
| Nov 10 |
"Friends of Eva Lecture Series #4 - Topic TBA"
Second of 3 lectures on historical topics of interest within Norfolk County.
Topic TBA
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission: $10.00/person with refreshments available.
Details:
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December
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| Continuing Until Dec 22 |
"War of 1812 Exhibit"
Details pending.
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| Continuing Until Dec 22 |
"Made in Canada"
Details Pending.
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| December |
"Artist of the Month - TBA
We will be having one month showcases of specific artists over the winter.
Artist TBA.
Admission: Free |
| Dec 1 - 24 |
"Home for the Holidays"
Christmas events and programmes
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| Dec 8 |
"Firends of Eva Lecture Series #4 - Topic TBA"
Third of 3 lectures on historical topics of interest within Norfolk County.
Tonight, TBA
Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission: $10.00/person with refreshments available.
Details:
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| Dec 22 to Jan 8 |
Museum and Archives Closed
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