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Posted On Monday, July 07, 2025

Waterloo Region –  A new interactive exhibit opening this week aims to inspire visitors to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help Canada achieve its goal of net zero by 2050.
Our Climate Quest: Small steps to big change, opens this Saturday, July 5 at Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum. The exhibit shows visitors how the choices they make every day impact the environment in a big way.
Curated and developed by Science North with support from the Government...

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Posted On Friday, June 27, 2025

Waterloo Region – Region of Waterloo Museums is proud to announce the opening of In this act of burial a series of public art installations exploring themes of public memory. Running from June 20 to September 21, 2025, the exhibit includes works by artists Kate Kamo McHugh and Maddie Lychek. In fall 2025, the exhibition will expand to fill the outdoor lightboxes at Schneider Haus with a series of images by artist Meghan Harder. 
The works are set up outdoors...

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Posted On Thursday, May 01, 2025

Waterloo Region – Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives is excited to announce the launch of its interactive Museum Bike, a community-focused initiative designed to bring the Region’s history and culture out into the community. This mobile museum experience aims to increase inclusive, accessible programming, making it easier than ever for residents of all ages to engage with the Region’s museums and archives.
The colourful tricycle, built in Canada...

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Posted On Monday, March 24, 2025

Right now, the team at McDougall Cottage is working on an exciting new project—a community-driven exhibit tentatively titled The Power of Nostalgia.  
“The exhibit, opening in 2026, will explore the nostalgic memories associated with the spaces that hold the most meaning, through the decades, for Cambridge residents,” says Michelle Bartlett, Head of Content and Experience at McDougall Cottage. “We want to highlight Cambridge’s most cherished...

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Posted On Thursday, March 06, 2025

Waterloo Region – Join Region of Waterloo Museums and Libraries this March break for a fun-filled lineup of engaging activities, workshops and special events designed to inspire participants of all ages. Explore our three historic sites  Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum ,  McDougall Cottage  and  Schneider Haus  each offering March Break activities included with admission, and a few ticketed events ($). At our  12 library locations...
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