There's always something on at the Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives! Please choose a site to learn about the BONUS activities included with general admission.
Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum |
Daily ActivitiesDiscover fun and engaging drop-in activities for all ages! Every Saturday and Sunday at PM and PM, enjoy curated hands-on experiences, crafts, games, and more, all designed to spark creativity and learning.*Activities are suitable for all ages, unless otherwise specified. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Not every activity is offered each day. See below for a list of our current activity rotations.
Upcoming EventsSpringEaster - Hop, Hunt & Celebrate April 18-21 11am-4pm Celebrate Easter Weekend with family fun and exciting activities for all ages! Join us for a museum-wide scavenger hunt, where you can explore exhibits while searching for hidden treasures. Test your teamwork and speed with thrilling relay races and enjoy the outdoors with classic patio games like cornhole and croquet. Kids can zoom around on wiggle cars, making for endless laughter and fun. Get creative with Easter crafts, where you can decorate your own festive creations to take home. This Easter weekend offers something for everyone, making it the perfect time to create lasting memories with loved ones. Don't miss out on the excitement and come join us for a weekend full of joy, adventure, and celebration!
May the Fourth - A Galactic Celebration May 4 1-4pm In a galaxy not too far away, join us in celebrating May the Fourth in an EPIC way! Victoria Day Fun & Games May 19 11am-4pm Celebrate the long weekend in style with a day full of laughter, fun, games....and some friendly competition.
Mighty Trucks! May 31 11am- 4pm Start your engines! Get up close with local trucks and vehicles, and explore how trucks help us live better lives in Waterloo Region. Mighty Trucks is included with paid admission to the museum. This event runs rain or shine. Please note emergency vehicles may have to leave for a medical or fire emergency.
SummerThis summer, dive into our new exhibit; Our Climate Quest! Each week, explore a new theme surrounding our exhibit on climate change, with hands-on challenges to inspire action. From community clean-ups to up cycling fashion, discover ways to reduce waste, conserve energy, and protect our planet. Topics like water conservation, biodiversity, and sustainability are explored through fun and interactive challenges. Join us to make a real impact while learning how we can all contribute to a healthier Earth! Participate in all the challenges in person or on social media to be entered in to win an amazing prize! Use the tag; #OurClimatQuest for all of your entries!
Week 1: The Power of Local Change - July 5-11 Kick-off our new exhibit by making a difference in our own communities, with a hands-on Community Clean-Up Challenge. Help us keep the environment clean while learning the importance of local action alongside our community partners! Week 2: Roots of Change - July 12-18 Week 3: Compact and Conserve - July 19-25 Week 4: Power Down, Planet Up!- July 26- August 1 Week 5: Eco-Art - August 2-8 Week 6: Eco-Fashion Revolution - August 9-15 Week 7: Rising Tides, Rising Action - August 16-22 Week 8: Living Landscapes - August 23-29 Week 9: Next Gen Sustainability - August 30 - September 2
Programs for LittlesMuseum Babies Join us at the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum for our brand new parent and tot program - Museum Babies! A 45 minute drop-in program filled with sensory fun, songs, stories, and more! Get exclusive access to our museum galleries, explore new topics each week, and enjoy some time to socialise with other parents. Each session is $5 per child.
Ages 0-23 months.
Little Learners Join us at the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum for our beloved parent-and-tot program - Little Learners! A 45 minute drop-in program filled with story times, crafts, play, and fun! Get exclusive access to our museum galleries, explore new topics each week, and enjoy a structured play program with practical skill building opportunities for littles! Each session is $5 per child.
Ages 2-4 years.
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Schneider Haus National Historic Site |
There is always something going on at Schneider Haus, check out our events calendar or explore our Discovery Space! |
McDougall Cottage Historic Site |
There are no extra activities currently scheduled. |