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The Sap is Running - and the
Maple Heritage Festival is Back!
Saturday, March 15th
10 AM to 4 PM
Explore the history & heritage of Canada's sweetest treat - maple!
- Live demonstrations
- Family-friendly activities
- Craft vendors
- Delicious maple flavoured baked goods
- And so much more!
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Vendors, Baked Goods, Musicians, and more!
Explore our vibrant vendor space filled with unique, handcrafted treasures!
From custom jewelry and cozy crochet pieces to whimsical felt creations, heirloom dolls, and eco-friendly beeswax wraps, our local vendors have something special for everyone. Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind gift or a charming addition to your own collection, you’ll find it here!
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Admission:
$10 – Per Group (3 to 5 people)
$5 – Individuals
Save on admission for your group by pre-registering for the event!
Groups of 3 to 5 people can pre-register and pay just $8.
📅 Pre-register by March 14th, 2025
to save on admission!
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Forests, Friends and Fun -
March Break Camp
March 10th - 14th
Forest Explorations!
Riveting River-ways!
Fun Fungi!
Five fun-filled days of hands-on games and activities including:
- Collecting sap from maple trees
- Tree bark rubbings for identifications
- Planting seeds
- Zooarchaeology
- Artifact explorations
- Guided hikes
- And much more!
Plus there will be plenty of time for campers to play outside as they learn how to be a steward of the environment!
Ages 6 - 12
Cost: $250/week
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Upcoming Events & Programming | | |
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New This Spring!
Linocut Reduction Printmaking
with local artist Rick Thompson
April 2, 9, 16 & 23
3:30 - 5:00 PM
This course will progressively lead participants through each stage of the printmaking process. You will come away with your own unique printed design!
Adults 18+
Cost: $50 +HST
Includes instruction & materials
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Medway Heritage Festival
Saturday, June 14th
10 AM - 2 PM
Celebrate the cultural and natural history of Medway Heritage Forest!
- Valley nature walks
- Birds of prey demo
- Lawson Site Indigenous Heritage Village
- And more!
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City Nature Challenge
The MOA is excited to announce that we will be participating in the City Nature Challenge on April 25th and 26th. We'll be hosting hikes with our friends at the UTRCA.
There will also be an Indigenous Water Blessing on Saturday morning!
Stay tuned for more information!
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Lifelong Learning at the MOA! | | | |
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Reel History at the MOA!
On Saturday, March 1st visitors spent an exciting afternoon learning more about vintage detective and crime movie posters, lobby cards, and more.
We want to extend a huge thank you to Prof. Chris Ellis for sharing his collection of cinema memorabilia! We also want to thank Poster Artist Johny Pham for unveiling his secrets behind his iconic & hand-painted designs.
Thank you to all the Lifelong Learners who joined us for the two presentations! We hope you had a reel fun time at the event!
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Discover, Learn, Create – Tailored Programs for 55+ Groups!
Looking for a unique outing for your 55+ group?
Enjoy a customized museum tour plus your choice of an expert talk, outdoor walk, or hands-on activity such as pottery or card making—perfect for Lifelong Learners.
Join us at the museum or let us bring the experience to you with our Outreach programs!
📅 Book now or learn more: info@archaeologymuseum.ca
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This new 55+ programming is supported by an
Ontario Seniors Community Grant from the Government of Ontario.
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Calling All Nature Enthusiasts and Environmental Stewards!
Did you know? Ontario has many different kinds of habitats including mixed forests, wetlands, tundra, coastal shorelines, and more! People have been living in these different environments for thousands of years. Our Summer Day Camp encourages children to learn more about these habitats and Ontario heritage.
Explore a different ecosystem each week through immersive and hands-on activities. Every day will be filled with fun opportunities to make new friends, explore nature, play edu-taining games, make crafts, participate in science activities, learn history, and most importantly- have fun!
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Hip-Hip Hooray for Habitat & Heritage
Six Weeks
of Summer Day Camp
July 7th – 11th: Mixed Forests
July 14th -18th: Wetlands
July 21st – 25th: Beaches & Coasts
July 28th – August 1st: Boreal Forests
August 4th – 8th: Tundra & Lowlands
August 11th -15th: Lakes & Rivers
Ages 6 - 12
Cost: $250/week | $60/day
Summer camps are booking fast - secure your child's spot today!
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The London Chapter of the
Ontario Archaeological Society
has recently released a FREE digital copy of "The Archaeology of Southern Ontario to A.D. 1650." This is a seminal reference for any Ontario archaeologist or those who are interested in learning more about Ontario archaeology.
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Celebrations at the Museum! | | | |
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Celebrate a Milestone!
Host Your Party at MOA
Looking for a unique party venue? Whether you're celebrating a birthday or just getting a little older (hey - we dig old things!), the MOA offers hands-on fun for all ages.
Party Package Includes:
- 1-hour themed program led by MOA staff
- 1-hour use of our classroom for gifts, food & drinks
- Up to 12 children (or a total of 15 people)
Available Tues–Sun at 10 AM & 1:30 PM
$180 | $80 deposit required at booking.
📅 Book your celebration today! info@archaeologymuseum.ca
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Host Your Event @ the MOA!
Looking for a unique venue to host your next meeting or celebration?
We have unique and affordable spaces for meetings, parties, and special events, including a Theatre, Classroom, Gallery, Collaboration Room, and Outdoor Village.
Want to enhance your event? Ask us about tours, cultural demos, catering, and more!
📅 Book today: info@archaeologymuseum.ca
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Pre-Registered Tours, March - June | | |
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Tuesdays - Saturdays
10AM | 1PM | 3PM
The MOA offers one-hour guided tours exploring the peoples, cultures, and ecosystems of the Great Lakes.
Enhance your visit with an additional 30-minute hands-on activity (available at 10 AM & 1 PM only):
- Pottery Making
- Hands-on Artifact Lab
- VR Longhouse Experience
📅 Pre-book at least 24 hours in advance.
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Support Education, History & Hertiage | | |
It’s easier than ever to support the education, history, and heritage! | |
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Spring is on the horizon - are you ready to get your hands dirty?
The MOA is excited to announce our participation in the BigYellowBag® Give & Grow Program again this year! With this successful fundraiser, you can donate to the Museum of Ontario Archaeology AND help your garden grow at the same time!
$10 from every bag of soil or mulch that is purchased using our unique code
MHC25
will come right back to us!
And YOU save $5 off the cost of each bag you order - so it's win, win!
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