FRIENDS of Waterloo Region Museum
The FRIENDS of Waterloo Region Museum is a voluntary public foundation dedicated to the preservation of Waterloo Region's history and cultures.
Support the FRIENDS of Waterloo Region Museum
Vision Statement
Since 1956, the FRIENDS of Waterloo Region Museum has been working in partnership with Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum staff and volunteers, to support and contribute to the preservation of the heritage, culture and traditions of Waterloo Region.
FRIENDS Board of Directors
2021 Board Members
Kelly Smith (President)
Shalagh Cassidy (Vice President)
Alison Jackson (Treasurer)
Lynette Zehr (Secretary)
Lisa Weinreich
Ben Benninger
Tuncer Kiyak
Mark Kerr
Warren Stauch
Yisong Wang
Pamela Hutchings
Kevin Ann Reinhart
Serenity Revoy (Youth Board Member)
Heidi Peller-Oliver (Committee Member)
Mission Statement
To support the mandate of the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum by: Supporting and promoting the value of our volunteers, creatively fundraising, enhancing education, advocating for stakeholders, and enhancing community presence.
Impact Statement and Timeline
| Impact Statement | Timeline |
|---|---|
|
|
| Virtual Gift Shop |
| Purchase a limited edition collectible of a building in Doon Heritage Village, an ideal gift or keepsake of your visit. The resin-cast and hand-painted model of the Petersburg Grand Trunk Railway Station, designed by New Brunswick artist Catherine Karnes Munn, is available in our gift shop for only $5 plus HST. There are also a number of other items available. All funds raised through the sale of these item support the Friends of Waterloo Region Museum. |
| Starry Night |
|
Starry Night is the Friends of the Waterloo Region Museum’s annual Christmas extravaganza! Enjoy the sights, sounds and flavours of a Christmas past as you see Doon Heritage Village in its finest lamp-lit beauty. Over 100 lanterns and lamps light up the historic Village, set in 1914, so you can visit each building and activity at your leisure. Music, food and good cheer under the silent stars are sure to get you and your family into the spirit of Christmas. Each purchased ticket will be entered into a draw for a number of wonderful door prizes. Much of this event happens outdoors, so seasonal clothing is recommended. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. This is a self-guided, drop-in, event and ticket holders can arrive any time between 6:30 and closing at 9:30 p.m.
|
|
Quilt Auction |
|
The FRIENDS of Waterloo Region Museum are holding a silent auction for a beautiful, hand quilted Mennonite quilt, crafted in the Waterloo Region by two very creative women. Quilts of the calibre made by these talented ladies are highly prized locally, nationally and even internationally. They have generously partnered with the FRIENDS for many years to raise funds for the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum and Doon Heritage Village. This is the third year that the annual quilt has been offered by silent auction, and all proceeds will go to the FRIENDS to support the programs and events. |
| Workshops |
| Our workshops run throughout the seasons. Please check the museums event calendar & subscribe to their e-newsletter to be notified of the next offering! |
| Plant Sale |
| Join us in the spring for the annual FRIENDS of Waterloo Region Museum Plant Sale. A selection of the flower and vegetable varieties found in the gardens of Doon Heritage Village are available for purchase while supplies last. Check back for event information. |
| Virtual Programming |
| Check us out on YouTube! |
| Become a Corporate Sponsor |
|
We are actively seeking partnerships, door prizes, etc. If you have an idea please contact us at friendsWRM83@gmail.com Review our Sponsor Recognition Levels here. |
| Our Sponsors |
| Donate to the FRIENDS |
|
Support the FRIENDS of Waterloo Region Museum |
| Date of Annual General Meeting |
| Generally 7 p.m. First Wednesday in April |
| Annual General Meeting Agenda |
|
Check back for upcoming agenda |
| Annual General Meeting Minutes |
|
April 7, 2021 - Download Minutes April 1, 2020 - Download Minutes |
| Last Year's Highlights |
| 2020 Achievements/Highlights |
| Last Year's Financial Report |
| 2020 Financial Report |