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The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society

The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society preserves and shares the rich history and culture of Thunder Bay through engaging exhibits, educational programs, and community events, fostering a deeper understanding of our shared heritage.

The Stories We Share invites you to discover the stories of Muslims who have made lasting contributions to Canada and the world. &nbsp;From groundbreaking discoveries and innovations to contributions across society and culture, explore the people, ideas, and achievements whose impact continues to be felt today, with some of these stories rooted right here in Thunder bay. &nbsp;A free lunch will be provided.

The Stories We Share: Muslim Contributions to Canada and the World

The Thunder Bay Museum is once again offering exclusive Behind The Scenes Tours on select dates for Culture Days 2026. This is your chance to glimpse the collection hidden away within the Museum which is not normally accessible to the public. - Tour will last 45 minutes and there will be limited opportunities to sit and rest - Guided by Museum staff through the collections and archives - Preregistration is required and admission is by donation upon arrival for your tour - 2 tour times offered on tour days at 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM - Some areas on the tour are not fully wheelchair accessible MUST PREREGISTER , space is limited. Registrants must sign in at the front desk before the tour begins. Send additional questions to <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:collections@thunderbaymuseum.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">collections@thunderbaymuseum.com</a>

Behind the Scenes Tours

Join the Thunder Bay Museum for the September presentation of our 2026&ndash;2027 Free Public Lecture series as we welcome Ryan Mackett for an exploration of the history of the <a fr-original-style="" href="https://lakeheadca.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Lakehead Region Conservation Authority (LRCA)</a>. 💻 Joining Us Online?<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83999055572" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE ZOOM WEBINAR</a>Webinar ID: 839 9905 5572 Description:Since 1954, the Lakehead Region Conservation Authority (LRCA) has led the conservation and protection of the Lakehead Watershed towards the vision of a healthy, safe and sustainable Lakehead Watershed for future generations. Learn how the Neebing Valley Conservation Authority evolved into the LRCA as we know it today, and how we will be evolving further into the future. From flood forecasting, water level monitoring and development regulations to land stewardship, environmental education, and, of course, recreation at our ten Conservation Areas, we will discuss the core roles and responsibilities of the Conservation Authority as well as the other programs we undertake for the enhancement and protection of our local natural resources. Presenter Bio:Ryan Mackett has been the Communications Manager for the LRCA since 2011. Ryan&rsquo;s role at the Authority includes corporate communications, all graphic design, marketing and brand identity functions, special events planning, social media oversight, and the administration of the LRCA&rsquo;s outdoor environmental education program, among many other duties. Ryan was born and raised in Thunder Bay and is a lifelong resident. He is a graduate of Lakehead University with an Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Bachelor of Education. Ryan is also an artist, writer, photographer, and graphic designer. About the Free Public Lecture SeriesThe Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s <a fr-original-style="" href="http://thunderbaymuseum.com/events/public-lectures/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Free Public Lecture series&nbsp;</a>explores a wide range of topics connected to the history, people, communities, environment, and culture of Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Lectures are generally held on the fourth Tuesday of each month from September through March and are free and open to the public. For those attending in person, light refreshments will be served following the presentation. Can&rsquo;t make it? Many Museum lectures are recorded and later made available through the <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.youtube.com/@ThunderBayMuseum" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s YouTube channel</a>. <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.thunderbaymuseum.com/give/membership/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Members of The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society</a> receive advance notice of upcoming lectures, along with a variety of other Museum benefits. Attend In PersonThunder Bay Museum 425 Donald Street East Thunder Bay, Ontario Admission to the lecture is free. Whether you are interested in local history, conservation, the environment, or simply want to learn more about the organizations that have helped shape our region, we hope you&rsquo;ll join us for an evening of conversation and local history.Bring your questions, invite a friend, and join us at the Museum or online. Zoom Webinar Information When: September 22, 2026, 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Ryan Mackett &ndash; Lakehead Regional Conservation Authority HistoryJoin from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83999055572" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">JOIN THE ZOOM WEBINAR</a>Webinar ID: 839 9905 5572Phone One-Tap+1 587 328 1099,,83999055572# Canada +1 647 374 4685,,83999055572# CanadaJoin Via AudioCanada+1 587 328 1099 +1 647 374 4685 +1 647 558 0588 +1 778 907 2071 +1 780 666 0144 +1 204 272 7920 +1 438 809 7799United States+1 253 205 0468 +1 253 215 8782 (Tacoma) +1 301 715 8592 (Washington DC) +1 305 224 1968 +1 309 205 3325 +1 312 626 6799 (Chicago) +1 346 248 7799 (Houston) +1 360 209 5623 +1 386 347 5053 +1 507 473 4847 +1 564 217 2000 +1 646 558 8656 (New York) +1 646 931 3860 +1 669 444 9171 +1 669 900 9128 (San Jose) +1 689 278 1000 +1 719 359 4580United Kingdom+44 203 481 5240 +44 203 901 7895 +44 208 080 6591 +44 208 080 6592 +44 330 088 5830 +44 131 460 1196 +44 203 481 5237Finland+358 9 4245 1488 +358 9 7252 2471 +358 3 4109 2129Webinar ID: 839 9905 5572<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb2hFMtBDm" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">View international Zoom dial-in numbers</a>&nbsp;

Free Public Lecture - Ryan Mackett – Conservation in the Lakehead – A History of the LRCA

Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate the launch of our new exhibition, The Thunder Bay Art Society Presents: The Heritage Art Project at The Thunder Bay Museum. This event is free and in-person only.&nbsp;Exhibit Opening -&nbsp;The Thunder Bay Art Society Presents: The Heritage Art Project&nbsp;Built heritage is a shared history- growing up next to them, going past them on our commute, or seeing them for the first time as a visitor or newcomer to the city. These buildings offer a shared history of place and community.&nbsp;In their first official group exhibition, the Thunder Bay Arts Society aims to spotlight heritage buildings across the city to showcase our shared history through art and history. Led by Irene Warmenhoven, this group of 17 talented local artists have come together inspired by these unique buildings to share their interpretations and appreciations of heritage buildings around Thunder Bay, their stories and unique features.&nbsp;Image: &ldquo;Main Lighthouse Thunder Bay&rdquo; (2026), oil on canvas, by Linda Dell____________________________<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Free Museum Admission during the event</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Refreshments will be available</li></ul>____________________________ParkingThe Thunder Bay Museum has a free parking lot on the East side of the building, with only 16 spaces. &nbsp;On-street parking and other lots nearby are available. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP///wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==" fr-original-style="" fr-original-class="fr-draggable" style="cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;">

Exhibit Opening - The Thunder Bay Art Society Presents: The Heritage Art Project

Join our community of supporters and become a member today. Your membership not only grants you access to exclusive benefits but also directly supports the work we do. 🤝 For over 100 years, the Thunder Bay Museum has been collecting, preserving, and promoting the history of Northwestern Ontario through public lectures, events, publications, newsletters, and exhibits. By becoming a member, you will directly help the Museum continue with this mandate well into the future. Ready to make a difference? Start your journey by becoming a member now!

Join our community of supporters and become a member today. Your membership not only grants you access to exclusive benefits but also directly supports the work we do. 🤝For over 100 years, the Thunder Bay Museum has been collecting, preserving, and promoting the history of Northwestern Ontario through public lectures, events, publications, newsletters, and exhibits.By becoming a member, you will directly help the Museum continue with this mandate well into the future.Ready to make a difference? Start your journey by becoming a member now!

The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society Memberships

Haunted Halls 2026Presented in Partnership with <a fr-original-style="" href="http://www.sciencenorth.ca/thunder-bay" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Science North</a>. This October, The Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s galleries awaken after dark&mdash;and some objects were never meant to be disturbed. Step inside the Museum for a new immersive haunted experience filled with unsettling characters, eerie environments, theatrical effects and frightening surprises. Follow the trail through transformed galleries and shadowy passageways as the guide takes you through the Museum&rsquo;s most dangerous objects, which come terrifyingly to life. Will you make it through before the curse claims you? The Plan for Your TerrorEach tour is a guide-led walking experience lasting approximately 45 minutes, with guests travelling through the Museum in groups of up to ten. This year, guests will enter at the rear of the building, where staff will check tickets and organize groups. The haunted route will wind through the Museum before concluding in the gift shop at the front of the building. Before You EnterThis is an intense haunted attraction designed to frighten. The experience may include darkness, sudden loud noises, theatrical haze, flashing or rapidly changing lights, frightening imagery, confined-feeling spaces and close encounters with costumed performers. Guests who are pregnant or who have heart conditions, respiratory conditions, epilepsy, sensory sensitivities, mobility concerns or other conditions that could be affected by these elements should consider whether participation is appropriate.&nbsp; Please contact <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:halloween@thunderbaymuseum.com" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">halloween@thunderbaymuseum.com</a> in advance if you would like to discuss accessibility or possible accommodations. Age RecommendationHaunted Halls is recommended for guests aged 13 and older. The experience includes jump scares, darkness, loud sounds, frightening imagery, descriptions of crime and murder, and mature themes.Guests under 16 must be accompanied throughout the experience by a parent or guardian. Parents and guardians are responsible for deciding whether the attraction is appropriate for the younger guests in their group. Arrival and Event EntrancePlease arrive at least 10 minutes before your selected departure time. Check-in is at the marked Haunted Halls entrance at the rear of the Thunder Bay Museum, 425 Donald Street East&mdash;not the Museum&rsquo;s regular front entrance. Follow the Haunted Halls signs from the parking area. Guests may be required to wait outdoors until their group is admitted, so please dress for the weather. The experience concludes in the gift shop at the front of the Museum. Guests parked at the rear of the building will need to make a short outdoor trip around the building after exiting. Accessibility and AccommodationsThe Thunder Bay Museum is committed to making Haunted Halls accessible wherever reasonably possible. This is a 45-minute guided experience through darkened galleries and theatrical environments that may include haze, loud or sudden sounds, flashing or rapidly changing lights, frightening imagery and confined-feeling spaces. Because the event entrance and route differ from regular Museum access, guests who require step-free entry, use a mobility aid, attend with a support person or service animal, or would benefit from additional sensory or accessibility information are encouraged to contact us as early as possible. We will discuss available accommodations and help make appropriate arrival arrangements. For accessibility questions or accommodation requests, please contact <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:halloween@thunderbaymuseum.com" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;">halloween@thunderbaymuseum.com</a>. Safety RulesFor everyone&rsquo;s safety and enjoyment:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Walk at all times&mdash;do not run.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Do not touch performers, props, displays, or other guests.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Follow all directions given by staff and volunteers.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Stay with your group and remain on the designated route.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">No weapons, realistic prop weapons, open flames, alcohol or illegal substances are permitted.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Guests who appear impaired or who behave aggressively, disruptively or unsafely may be refused admission or removed without a refund.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Museum staff may pause, modify or end the experience when necessary for safety.</li></ul>Participation involves the ordinary risks associated with a dark, theatrical haunted attraction. By entering, guests acknowledge these conditions and accept responsibility for following all posted instructions and staff directions. Tickets, Changes and CancellationsTickets are valid only for the selected date and departure time. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure. Because tours depart on a fixed schedule, admission, transfer to another tour, or a refund cannot be guaranteed for late arrivals. Except when an event is cancelled by the Museum, ticket sales are final. Requests to transfer a ticket to another available departure time must be emailed to <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:halloween@thunderbaymuseum.com" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;">halloween@thunderbaymuseum.com</a> at least 48 hours in advance and are subject to availability. Haunted Halls proceeds rain or shine. If the Museum must cancel a performance, purchasers will be notified at the email address provided with their order and offered a transfer or refund. Photography, Recording and Video Surveillance Event photography and video recording may take place during Haunted Halls for promotional, archival, and reporting purposes. If you prefer not to appear in event photography, please tell a staff member when you check in. We will make reasonable efforts to honour your request and will seek specific consent before using an image in which you are the primary identifiable subject. For safety and security, video surveillance operates in portions of the Museum, including entrances and public areas. Surveillance footage may be used for safety, security, and incident response purposes. Questions about photography or video surveillance may be directed to <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:halloween@thunderbaymuseum.com" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;">halloween@thunderbaymuseum.com</a>. Community PartnersHaunted Halls 2026 is presented by The Thunder Bay Museum in partnership with <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.sciencenorth.ca/thunder-bay" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Science North</a>. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1787331100/wysiwyg/av5lczm845k73smybpj6.jpg" style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> We gratefully acknowledge:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Material Supporters:</li><li fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><a fr-original-style="" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Tents &amp; Events,</a> Fort William Historical Park, and <a fr-original-style="" href="https://magnustheatre.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Magnus Theatre</a></li></ul>This experience would not be possible without the creativity, generosity and extraordinary commitment of the many volunteers, staff members and donors who contribute their time, talent, materials and financial support. Thank you for helping us bring the Museum&rsquo;s darkest stories to life. Enter if you dare&mdash;but remember: some artifacts should remain buried.

Haunted Halls 2026

Trick-or-Treat PD Day Camp at the Museum Join us for a spook-tacular PA Day adventure at the museum! While school&#39;s out, campers will dive into a day of Halloween-themed fun and creativity, all centred around our &quot;Trick-or-Treat&quot; theme. Kids will get hands-on, carving their very own pumpkins (with careful adult supervision, of course!), designing fun and festive Halloween-inspired art projects, and exploring the museum&#39;s galleries with a spooky twist. Whether they&#39;re painting ghosts, crafting paper bats, or decorating treat bags for trick-or-treating, there&#39;s something to spark every young artist&#39;s imagination. Costumes optional but encouraged!Camp is for kids aged 8 to 13.Drop-off time starts at 8:45, and pick-up is at 4 pm.&nbsp; Camp Highlights:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Pumpkin carving and decorating</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Halloween-themed arts &amp; crafts</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Guided museum exploration with a Halloween twist</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Treat bag decorating</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Fun group activities and games</li></ul>Perfect for a PA Day off school, this camp blends creativity, hands-on crafting, and museum exploration into one memorable, festive day.&nbsp; Frequently asked questions Am I to send a lunch with my child? Yes, please send a nut-free lunch and two snacks/drinks with your child. There will be no access to a refrigerator, so please pack accordingly. The Museum has water fountains, so sending your child with a refillable water bottle is advisable. What should my child wear? Your child can wear whatever they like, even a costume! We love seeing our campers embrace the theme of the day. However, kids should wear things they don&#39;t mind getting messy or possibly getting paint on. How many children are in each program? Programs are limited to 12 children.&nbsp; The Museum reserves the right to cancel programs due to under-registration.&nbsp;In this case, all existing registrants will be notified, and a full refund will be issued. What if I have to cancel my registration?&nbsp; No refunds will be given for cancellations made less than one week in advance. A credit for a future program may be given to participants who cancel three days (full 72 hours) before the program start time. No credit will be given to &ldquo;no shows&rdquo; or to cancellations with less than 72 hours&rsquo; notice. What if my child has special needs? If your child has any special needs, details must be included with your registration form. Please note that staff are not trained to work with special needs or medical support. However, if your child requires an adult assistant, they are welcome to accompany the child to camp free of charge. Who will be supervising my child? The Education Department&rsquo;s great staff and volunteers are trained, experienced individuals who have submitted current Criminal Background Checks and are certified in Standard First Aid and CPR. The minimum ratio of supervisors to participants is 1:7. Am I required to send my child with any materials from home? For this camp, absolutely nothing!&nbsp;

PA Day at the Museum - Trick-or-Treat!

Join the Thunder Bay Museum for the October presentation of our 2026&ndash;2027 Free Public Lecture series as we welcome Julie Cosgrove and&nbsp;Betty Carpick for an exploration of &quot;A Record of Time: Chronicling McVicar Creek Through Art&quot; 💻 Joining Us Online?<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87598008184" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE ZOOM WEBINAR</a>Webinar ID: 875 9800 8184 Description:Centring around McVicar Creek&rsquo;s wild, hybrid, and built spaces, artists Julie Cosgrove and Betty Carpick spent two years rambling and making handmade art materials to capture time, data, and a land-based artwork. Their 2026 installation at the CoLab Gallery replicated the creek&rsquo;s flow while playing with scale, fluidity, transparencies and layers, surface materials, mark-making elements, and the elusiveness of naturally coloured inks made from materials they gathered from the urban waterway. Presenter Bio:Julie Cosgrove is a Francophone visual artist working predominantly in painting. She&#39;s exhibited internationally and nationally and is the recipient of numerous awards. Her experiences as a canoe and kayak guide in the James Bay watershed are a central influence. Julie&rsquo;s affinity with the subtle shifts in travelling with the land are integrated into exploring abstraction and weaving ideas of landscape, mapping, and navigation. Her large-scale compositions consider place and space through composition, colour, line, layering and depth. As an artist, collaborator, educator, juror, and board member, she&rsquo;s contributed to many arts organizations. Betty&nbsp;Carpick grew up in far northern Manitoba. The interdisciplinary and intergenerational ways that she makes art and offers stewardship are shaped by her Cree and Eastern European upbringing. Her family&rsquo;s lived experience with the permanent devastation of the Churchill River watershed amplifies how she uses art to hold conversations. As a land-based artist, educator, activist, and community-arts practitioner, much of her work looks at social, cultural, and environmental issues by creating art that exists in the space between process and performance as well as the missing portions between the real and the imagined. About the Free Public Lecture SeriesThe Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s <a fr-original-style="" href="http://thunderbaymuseum.com/events/public-lectures/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Free Public Lecture series&nbsp;</a>explores a wide range of topics connected to the history, people, communities, environment, and culture of Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Lectures are generally held on the fourth Tuesday of each month from September through March and are free and open to the public. For those attending in person, light refreshments will be served following the presentation. Can&rsquo;t make it? Many Museum lectures are recorded and later made available through the <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.youtube.com/@ThunderBayMuseum" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s YouTube channel</a>. <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.thunderbaymuseum.com/give/membership/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Members of The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society</a> receive advance notice of upcoming lectures, along with a variety of other Museum benefits. Attend In PersonThunder Bay Museum 425 Donald Street East Thunder Bay, Ontario Admission to the lecture is free. Whether you are interested in local history, conservation, the environment, or simply want to learn more about the organizations that have helped shape our region, we hope you&rsquo;ll join us for an evening of conversation and local history.Bring your questions, invite a friend, and join us at the Museum or online. Zoom Webinar Information When:&nbsp;October 27, 2026, 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: &nbsp;Betty Carpick &ndash; McVicar Creek History, other natural landmarks Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87598008184" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87598008184</a> Phone one-tap:+17806660144,,87598008184# Canada+12042727920,,87598008184# Canada Join via audio:+1 780 666 0144 Canada+1 204 272 7920 Canada+1 438 809 7799 Canada+1 587 328 1099 Canada+1 647 374 4685 Canada+1 647 558 0588 Canada+1 778 907 2071 Canada+1 305 224 1968 US+1 309 205 3325 US+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)+1 360 209 5623 US+1 386 347 5053 US+1 507 473 4847 US+1 564 217 2000 US+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)+1 646 931 3860 US+1 669 444 9171 US+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)+1 689 278 1000 US+1 719 359 4580 US+1 253 205 0468 US+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)+44 330 088 5830 United Kingdom+44 131 460 1196 United Kingdom+44 203 481 5237 United Kingdom+44 203 481 5240 United Kingdom+44 203 901 7895 United Kingdom+44 208 080 6591 United Kingdom+44 208 080 6592 United Kingdom+358 9 7252 2471 Finland+358 3 4109 2129 Finland+358 9 4245 1488 FinlandWebinar ID: 875 9800 8184International numbers available:&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbaZ294ny9" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbaZ294ny9</a>

Free Public Lecture - Betty Carpick & Julie Cosgrove – A Record of Time: Chronicling McVicar Creek Through Art

Join us as we celebrate the launch of our long-awaited travelling exhibit,&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.thunderbaymuseum.com/exhibits/upcoming-exhibits/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Anishnaabe Zhiimaagnishii Inaadiziwin</a>&nbsp;(Life of Indigenous Soldiers / Vie de Soldats Autochtones).&nbsp; The stories of Indigenous Veterans across Turtle Island are often not fully acknowledged, and many have gone untold for decades. This project aims to change that by creating an ever-evolving, growing travelling exhibit that celebrates the stories and lives of Indigenous Veterans in Northwestern Ontario.&nbsp;The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society leads the project, with partners including the Indigenous Initiatives departments at Lakehead and Confederation College, the Kay-Nah-Chi-Wah-Nung Historical Centre, and museums across NWO (the Kenora Museum, Fort Frances Museum, Dryden Museum, Atikokan Museum). The Department of Canadian Heritage and the Future Generations Foundation have generously supported it. The opening event will feature light refreshments and a variety of speakers. Agenda: 1. Sisters of Turtle Island2. TBHMS Board of Directors Representative3. David Thompson, researcher, Native Veterans Association of Northwestern Ontario4. Kayleigh Speirs, Project Manager, Intergroup5. Viewing of Audio-Visual Elements6. Closing and Photo Op

Exhibit Opening - Anishnaabe Zhiimaagnishii Inaadiziwin

Join the Thunder Bay Museum for the October presentation of our 2026&ndash;2027 Free Public Lecture series as we welcome Myles Cummins, who will be presenting: Pressed in Time: The History of the Claude E. Garton Herbarium. 💻 Joining Us Online?<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87207744006" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE ZOOM WEBINAR</a>Webinar ID: 872 0774 4006 Description:Every herbarium voucher preserves more than a plant; it captures a place and moment in time, and with it a small piece of a much larger botanical story. Explore the history of the Claude E. Garton Herbarium through specimens collected long before its founding, Claude Garton&rsquo;s earliest collections, and the Herbarium&rsquo;s formal establishment in 1967. Follow the collection as it flourished under Garton&rsquo;s curatorship, reaching far beyond the region through international exchange while drawing other important botanical collections into its care, and continuing to evolve under the stewards who followed him. Still growing through those who explore and document the region today, the Herbarium remains both an archive of the landscapes that came before us and a botanical history still being written, one specimen at a time. Presenter Bio:Myles Cummins is the Associate Botanist at Lakehead University&rsquo;s Claude E.Garton Herbarium, where he has worked with the collection since 2019. He spends his days preserving plants and piecing together the stories held within their carefully labelled sheets, using the collection to support research, teaching, and a wider appreciation of northwestern Ontario&rsquo;s botanical heritage. He holds an MSc in Forestry and is currently a PhD candidate at Lakehead University, where he is investigating how northern carnivorous plant lineages capture, digest, and benefit from their prey. Most recently, he helped research and develop Out of Place: The Strange Plants of LakeSuperior&rsquo;s North Shore, drawing upon the Herbarium&rsquo;s collections to share some of theregion&rsquo;s lesser-known botanical stories. About the Free Public Lecture SeriesThe Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s <a fr-original-style="" href="http://thunderbaymuseum.com/events/public-lectures/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Free Public Lecture series&nbsp;</a>explores a wide range of topics connected to the history, people, communities, environment, and culture of Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Lectures are generally held on the fourth Tuesday of each month from September through March and are free and open to the public. For those attending in person, light refreshments will be served following the presentation. Can&rsquo;t make it? Many Museum lectures are recorded and later made available through the <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.youtube.com/@ThunderBayMuseum" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s YouTube channel</a>. <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.thunderbaymuseum.com/give/membership/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Members of The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society</a> receive advance notice of upcoming lectures, along with a variety of other Museum benefits. Attend In PersonThunder Bay Museum 425 Donald Street East Thunder Bay, Ontario Admission to the lecture is free. Whether you are interested in local history, conservation, the environment, or simply want to learn more about the organizations that have helped shape our region, we hope you&rsquo;ll join us for an evening of conversation and local history.Bring your questions, invite a friend, and join us at the Museum or online. Zoom Webinar InformationWhen:&nbsp;Nov 24, 2026, 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Topic:&nbsp; Myles Cummins &ndash; Claude Garton/Herbarium History (Official title TBA)Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87207744006" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87207744006</a> Phone one-tap:+15873281099,,87207744006# Canada+16473744685,,87207744006# Canada Join via audio:+1 587 328 1099 Canada+1 647 374 4685 Canada+1 647 558 0588 Canada+1 778 907 2071 Canada+1 780 666 0144 Canada+1 204 272 7920 Canada+1 438 809 7799 Canada+1 507 473 4847 US+1 564 217 2000 US+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)+1 646 931 3860 US+1 669 444 9171 US+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)+1 689 278 1000 US+1 719 359 4580 US+1 253 205 0468 US+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)+1 305 224 1968 US+1 309 205 3325 US+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)+1 360 209 5623 US+1 386 347 5053 US+44 203 481 5240 United Kingdom+44 203 901 7895 United Kingdom+44 208 080 6591 United Kingdom+44 208 080 6592 United Kingdom+44 330 088 5830 United Kingdom+44 131 460 1196 United Kingdom+44 203 481 5237 United Kingdom+358 3 4109 2129 Finland+358 9 4245 1488 Finland+358 9 7252 2471 FinlandWebinar ID: 872 0774 4006International numbers available:&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbieyIi5Fa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbieyIi5Fa</a>

Free Public Lecture - Myles Cummins – Pressed in Time: The History of the Claude E. Garton Herbarium

No school today? Come make a friend! On this PA day, campers will dive into the soft, squishy world of wool felting and create a one-of-a-kind stuffed animal to take home. Whether they dream up a fluffy fox, a sleepy owl, or a totally made-up creature, every Felting Friend starts with a pile of colourful wool and a big imagination. What campers will do:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Explore the museum. Campers start the day with a short gallery visit, hunting for animals in our collection and sketching ideas for their own creature.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Design a character. They&#39;ll choose colours, shapes, and personality traits, and give their animal a name and a story.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Learn to sew.&nbsp; Campers will see demos and get first-hand practice seeing how to sew things together.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Bring it to life. Campers add faces, ears, tails, and finishing touches, then introduce their creation to the group.</li></ul>What your child will take away<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A handmade stuffed animal they designed and built themselves</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">New fine motor skills and an introduction to a traditional textile art</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A closer look at how animals, craft, and storytelling show up in museum collections</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A day of creativity, new friends, and a sense of accomplishment</li></ul>Good to know<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">All materials are provided, and no experience is needed.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Our staff use child-friendly felting techniques and tools, with close supervision throughout.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Please send your child with a nut-free lunch and a water bottle.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Space is limited to 12 campers.&nbsp;</li></ul> Camp is for kids aged 8 to 13.Drop-off time starts at 8:45, and pick-up is at 4 pm.&nbsp; Frequently asked questions Am I to send a lunch with my child? Yes, please send a nut-free lunch and two snacks/drinks with your child. There will be no access to a refrigerator, so please pack accordingly. The Museum has water fountains, so sending your child with a refillable water bottle is advisable. What should my child wear? Your child can wear whatever they like, even a costume! We love seeing our campers embrace the theme of the day. However, kids should wear things they don&#39;t mind getting messy or possibly getting paint on. How many children are in each program? Programs are limited to 12 children.&nbsp; The Museum reserves the right to cancel programs due to under-registration.&nbsp;In this case, all existing registrants will be notified, and a full refund will be issued. What if I have to cancel my registration?&nbsp; No refunds will be given for cancellations made less than one week in advance. A credit for a future program may be given to participants who cancel three days (full 72 hours) before the program start time. No credit will be given to &ldquo;no shows&rdquo; or to cancellations with less than 72 hours&rsquo; notice. What if my child has special needs? If your child has any special needs, details must be included with your registration form. Please note that staff are not trained to work with special needs or medical support. However, if your child requires an adult assistant, they are welcome to accompany the child to camp free of charge. Who will be supervising my child? The Education Department&rsquo;s great staff and volunteers are trained, experienced individuals who have submitted current Criminal Background Checks and are certified in Standard First Aid and CPR. The minimum ratio of supervisors to participants is 1:7. Am I required to send my child with any materials from home? For this camp, absolutely nothing!&nbsp;

PA Day at the Museum - Felting Friends

Join the Thunder Bay Museum for the October presentation of our 2026&ndash;2027 Free Public Lecture series as we welcome Kelsey Pennanen for an exploration of Local Archaeology Work 💻 Joining Us Online?<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81992640953" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE ZOOM WEBINAR</a>Webinar ID:&nbsp; 819 9264 0953 Description:Local Archaeology of Thunder Bay &ndash; Past Worlds Beneath Our Feet This talk will provide an overview of the deep history of cultural change in Thunder Bay from the earliest recorded sites to the present day. Together, we will travel through time and explore the various water level changes within the Lake Superior basin and the many cultures and people that have called this place home for millennia. Using material belongings and landscape as evidence, we will go through thousands of years of cultural change occurring at the Lakehead as evidenced by various archaeological sites from across the city. We start with the Cummins National Historic site, dating to at least 9,000 years ago, we step back to a time when dominant glaciers are receding, and the landscape looks much different than it does today. Using LiDAR elevation modelling of the city we showcase the various changes to this area and the cultural changes that occurred through time. This talk will provide insight into the deep history of our city, and the feats of ingenuity and perseverance by the Indigenous citizens who have shaped this place we now know as Thunder Bay. &nbsp; About the Free Public Lecture SeriesThe Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s <a fr-original-style="" href="http://thunderbaymuseum.com/events/public-lectures/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Free Public Lecture series&nbsp;</a>explores a wide range of topics connected to the history, people, communities, environment, and culture of Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Lectures are generally held on the fourth Tuesday of each month from September through March and are free and open to the public. For those attending in person, light refreshments will be served following the presentation. Can&rsquo;t make it? Many Museum lectures are recorded and later made available through the <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.youtube.com/@ThunderBayMuseum" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s YouTube channel</a>. <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.thunderbaymuseum.com/give/membership/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Members of The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society</a> receive advance notice of upcoming lectures, along with a variety of other Museum benefits. Attend In PersonThunder Bay Museum 425 Donald Street East Thunder Bay, Ontario Admission to the lecture is free. Whether you are interested in local history, conservation, the environment, or simply want to learn more about the organizations that have helped shape our region, we hope you&rsquo;ll join us for an evening of conversation and local history.Bring your questions, invite a friend, and join us at the Museum or online. Zoom Webinar InformationWhen: Jan 26, 2027 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Topic: &nbsp;Kelsey Pennanen &ndash; Local Archaeology Work Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81992640953" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81992640953</a> Phone one-tap:+14388097799,,81992640953# Canada+15873281099,,81992640953# Canada Join via audio:+1 438 809 7799 Canada+1 587 328 1099 Canada+1 647 374 4685 Canada+1 647 558 0588 Canada+1 778 907 2071 Canada+1 780 666 0144 Canada+1 204 272 7920 Canada+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)+1 360 209 5623 US+1 386 347 5053 US+1 507 473 4847 US+1 564 217 2000 US+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)+1 646 931 3860 US+1 669 444 9171 US+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)+1 689 278 1000 US+1 719 359 4580 US+1 253 205 0468 US+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)+1 305 224 1968 US+1 309 205 3325 US+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+44 203 481 5237 United Kingdom+44 203 481 5240 United Kingdom+44 203 901 7895 United Kingdom+44 208 080 6591 United Kingdom+44 208 080 6592 United Kingdom+44 330 088 5830 United Kingdom+44 131 460 1196 United Kingdom+358 9 4245 1488 Finland+358 9 7252 2471 Finland+358 3 4109 2129 FinlandWebinar ID: 819 9264 0953International numbers available:&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kL2jqpMtb" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kL2jqpMtb</a>

Free Public Lecture -  Kelsey Pennanen – Local Archaeology Work

Every hero needs an origin story. Every hero also needs a worthy rival. On this PA day, campers become comic creators, dreaming up their own superhero and arch-nemesis, then building the gear to match. By the end of the day, they&#39;ll have a mask, a gauntlet, and a pair of hand-painted sidekicks, a villain to fight and be ready to star in their own comic adventure. What campers will do:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Explore the museum. Campers start with a gallery visit, spotting heroes, villains, bold shapes, and dramatic poses in our collection for inspiration.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Create a hero and an arch-nemesis. Using handprints as the starting point, campers turn their own hands into one-of-a-kind characters, adding faces, costumes, and powers with paint and markers.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Craft a superhero mask. Campers design and decorate a mask that fits their hero&#39;s personality using felt.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Build a power gauntlet. Every hero needs gear, so campers make and customize a gauntlet worthy of their powers using felt.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Tell the story. Campers finish with a short comic-style showdown between their hero and arch nemesis, then share it with the group.</li></ul>What your child will take away<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A handmade mask and gauntlet to wear and keep.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Hand-printed hero and pipe cleaner arch nemesis artwork to display at home.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A first look at how comics tell stories through character, colour, and action</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A day of creativity, new friends, and plenty of imagination</li></ul>Good to know<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">All materials are provided, and no drawing experience is needed.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Paint and printing activities can get messy, so please send your child in clothes that can handle it.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Please pack a nut-free lunch and a water bottle.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Space is limited to 12 campers.&nbsp;</li></ul>Every hero has a story. Come create yours. Camp is for kids aged 8 to 13.Drop-off time starts at 8:45, and pick-up is at 4 pm.&nbsp; Frequently asked questions Am I to send a lunch with my child? Yes, please send a nut-free lunch and two snacks/drinks with your child. There will be no access to a refrigerator, so please pack accordingly. The Museum has water fountains, so sending your child with a refillable water bottle is advisable. What should my child wear? Your child can wear whatever they like, even a costume! We love seeing our campers embrace the theme of the day. However, kids should wear things they don&#39;t mind getting messy or possibly getting paint on. How many children are in each program? Programs are limited to 12 children.&nbsp; The Museum reserves the right to cancel programs due to under-registration.&nbsp;In this case, all existing registrants will be notified, and a full refund will be issued. What if I have to cancel my registration?&nbsp; No refunds will be given for cancellations made less than one week in advance. A credit for a future program may be given to participants who cancel three days (full 72 hours) before the program start time. No credit will be given to &ldquo;no shows&rdquo; or to cancellations with less than 72 hours&rsquo; notice. What if my child has special needs? If your child has any special needs, details must be included with your registration form. Please note that staff are not trained to work with special needs or medical support. However, if your child requires an adult assistant, they are welcome to accompany the child to camp free of charge. Who will be supervising my child? The Education Department&rsquo;s great staff and volunteers are trained, experienced individuals who have submitted current Criminal Background Checks and are certified in Standard First Aid and CPR. The minimum ratio of supervisors to participants is 1:7. Am I required to send my child with any materials from home? For this camp, absolutely nothing!&nbsp;

PA Day at the Museum -Comic Creators

Join the Thunder Bay Museum for the October presentation of our 2026&ndash;2027 Free Public Lecture series as we welcome Todd Miller for an exploration of From Voyageurs to Vikings: A Brief Look at Transportation on the Great Lakes 💻 Joining Us Online?<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81249595433" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE ZOOM WEBINAR</a>Webinar ID:&nbsp; &nbsp;812 4959 5433 Description:From the fur-trading canoes of the 1600s to the Viking expedition ships, the Great Lakes have seen thousands of ships on their waters. This is a look at some of the historic trends in shipping on the Lakes. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u9mm1vKl44" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;"></a><a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u9mm1vKl44" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u9mm1vKl44 </a> Presenter Bio:Todd Miller is a retired elementary school teacher and principal from Thunder Bay. His interest in the Great Lakes started with the book Paddle-to-the-Sea in Grade 1 and continued with his time on Lake Superior from the harbour at Silver Islet. Todd&rsquo;s passion for all things maritime, including shipping, lighthouses, and shipwrecks, was undoubtedly a catalyst for his post-retirement work as a Historian and Lecturer for Viking cruise ships on both the Great Lakes and around the world. About the Free Public Lecture SeriesThe Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s <a fr-original-style="" href="http://thunderbaymuseum.com/events/public-lectures/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Free Public Lecture series&nbsp;</a>explores a wide range of topics connected to the history, people, communities, environment, and culture of Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Lectures are generally held on the fourth Tuesday of each month from September through March and are free and open to the public. For those attending in person, light refreshments will be served following the presentation. Can&rsquo;t make it? Many Museum lectures are recorded and later made available through the <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.youtube.com/@ThunderBayMuseum" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s YouTube channel</a>. <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.thunderbaymuseum.com/give/membership/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Members of The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society</a> receive advance notice of upcoming lectures, along with a variety of other Museum benefits. Attend In PersonThunder Bay Museum 425 Donald Street East Thunder Bay, Ontario Admission to the lecture is free. Whether you are interested in local history, conservation, the environment, or simply want to learn more about the organizations that have helped shape our region, we hope you&rsquo;ll join us for an evening of conversation and local history.Bring your questions, invite a friend, and join us at the Museum or online. Zoom Webinar InformationWhen: Feb 23, 2027, 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Topic: &nbsp;Todd Miller &ndash; From Voyageurs to Viking: A Brief Look at Transportation on the Great Lakes Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81249595433" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81249595433</a> Phone one-tap:+14388097799,,81249595433# Canada+15873281099,,81249595433# Canada Join via audio:+1 438 809 7799 Canada+1 587 328 1099 Canada+1 647 374 4685 Canada+1 647 558 0588 Canada+1 778 907 2071 Canada+1 780 666 0144 Canada+1 204 272 7920 Canada+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)+1 360 209 5623 US+1 386 347 5053 US+1 507 473 4847 US+1 564 217 2000 US+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)+1 646 931 3860 US+1 669 444 9171 US+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)+1 689 278 1000 US+1 719 359 4580 US+1 253 205 0468 US+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)+1 305 224 1968 US+1 309 205 3325 US+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+44 203 481 5237 United Kingdom+44 203 481 5240 United Kingdom+44 203 901 7895 United Kingdom+44 208 080 6591 United Kingdom+44 208 080 6592 United Kingdom+44 330 088 5830 United Kingdom+44 131 460 1196 United Kingdom+358 9 4245 1488 Finland+358 9 7252 2471 Finland+358 3 4109 2129 FinlandWebinar ID: 812 4959 5433International numbers available: <a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kd638f3UXE" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kd638f3UXE</a>

Free Public Lecture - Todd Miller – From Voyageurs to Viking: A Brief Look at Transportation on the Great Lakes

Calling all junior paleontologists! No school today means it&#39;s the perfect day to dig into the world of dinosaurs. On this PA day, campers will uncover how fossils form, explore what scientists learn from bones and imprints, and create their very own prehistoric collection. They&#39;ll leave with salt dough fossils, a 3D dino skeleton, and a dino mask or arm puppet to bring their favourite creature to life. What campers will do:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Explore the museum. Campers start with a gallery visit, hunting for clues about ancient life and learning how paleontologists study the past.</li><li fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Enjoy a dinosaur presentation. Our program staff introduce the dinosaurs that once roamed the Earth, how we know what we know about them, and what fossils can tell us.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Touch real fossils. Campers get a hands-on look at fossils up close, feeling the textures, shapes, and details left behind millions of years ago.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Make salt dough fossils. Campers press shells, leaves, and other objects into salt dough to create their own fossil imprints, then take them home to keep.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Build a 3D Q-tip dino skeleton. Using Q-tips and a little engineering know-how, campers assemble a skeleton and learn how bones fit together.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Create a dino mask or arm puppet. Campers choose their favourite dinosaur and customize a mask or arm puppet, from scales and spikes to teeth and claws.</li></ul>What your child will take away<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Salt dough fossils to display at home</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A 3D dino skeleton they built themselves</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A custom dino mask or arm puppet to wear and play with</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A hands-on introduction to paleontology and how fossils help us understand the past</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A day of creativity, curiosity, and new friends</li></ul>Good to know<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">All materials are provided, and no experience is needed.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Salt dough fossils may need time to dry, so we&#39;ll send them home with care instructions.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Crafting can get messy, so please send your child in clothes that can handle it.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Please pack a nut-free lunch and a water bottle.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Space is limited to 12 campers.&nbsp;</li></ul>Dig in. Discover more. Roar! Camp is for kids aged 8 to 13.Drop-off time starts at 8:45, and pick-up is at 4 pm.&nbsp; Frequently asked questions Am I to send a lunch with my child? Yes, please send a nut-free lunch and two snacks/drinks with your child. There will be no access to a refrigerator, so please pack accordingly. The Museum has water fountains, so sending your child with a refillable water bottle is advisable. What should my child wear? Your child can wear whatever they like, even a costume! We love seeing our campers embrace the theme of the day. However, kids should wear things they don&#39;t mind getting messy or possibly getting paint on. How many children are in each program? Programs are limited to 12 children.&nbsp; The Museum reserves the right to cancel programs due to under-registration.&nbsp;In this case, all existing registrants will be notified, and a full refund will be issued. What if I have to cancel my registration?&nbsp; No refunds will be given for cancellations made less than one week in advance. A credit for a future program may be given to participants who cancel three days (full 72 hours) before the program start time. No credit will be given to &ldquo;no shows&rdquo; or to cancellations with less than 72 hours&rsquo; notice. What if my child has special needs? If your child has any special needs, details must be included with your registration form. Please note that staff are not trained to work with special needs or medical support. However, if your child requires an adult assistant, they are welcome to accompany the child to camp free of charge. Who will be supervising my child? The Education Department&rsquo;s great staff and volunteers are trained, experienced individuals who have submitted current Criminal Background Checks and are certified in Standard First Aid and CPR. The minimum ratio of supervisors to participants is 1:7. Am I required to send my child with any materials from home? For this camp, absolutely nothing!&nbsp;

PA Day at the Museum - Fossil Finders

Join the Thunder Bay Museum for the October presentation of our 2026&ndash;2027&nbsp;Free Public Lecture series as we welcome Dr. Brandon Cordeiro for an exploration of Hydroelectricity in the Thunder Bay Region &nbsp;💻 Joining Us Online?<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84007255406" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE ZOOM WEBINAR</a>Webinar ID:&nbsp; &nbsp;840 0725 5406 Description:Dr. Brandon Cordeiro was born in Thunder Bay. He is currently a sessional/contract lecturer teaching American and Canadian history at Lakehead University. Brandon holds a PhD from McMaster University, in the Wilson Institute for Canadian History, and an MA from Lakehead University. Brandon&rsquo;s research focuses on Canada, modernity, and the nuclear age. His other research interests include industry, development, the environment, and Northern Ontario. He has authored several articles and conference papers that explore the history of hydroelectricity, nuclear power, and nuclear waste, as well as its impact on communities in Northwestern Ontario. Presenter Bio: About the Free Public Lecture SeriesThe Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s <a fr-original-style="" href="http://thunderbaymuseum.com/events/public-lectures/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Free Public Lecture series&nbsp;</a>explores a wide range of topics connected to the history, people, communities, environment, and culture of Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Lectures are generally held on the fourth Tuesday of each month from September through March and are free and open to the public. For those attending in person, light refreshments will be served following the presentation. Can&rsquo;t make it? Many Museum lectures are recorded and later made available through the <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.youtube.com/@ThunderBayMuseum" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Thunder Bay Museum&rsquo;s YouTube channel</a>. <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.thunderbaymuseum.com/give/membership/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Members of The Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society</a> receive advance notice of upcoming lectures, along with a variety of other Museum benefits. Attend In PersonThunder Bay Museum 425 Donald Street East Thunder Bay, Ontario Admission to the lecture is free. Whether you are interested in local history, conservation, the environment, or simply want to learn more about the organizations that have helped shape our region, we hope you&rsquo;ll join us for an evening of conversation and local history.Bring your questions, invite a friend, and join us at the Museum or online. Zoom Webinar InformationWhen: Mar 23, 2027 08:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Topic: &nbsp;Dr. Brandon Cordeiro &ndash; Hydroelectricity in the Thunder Bay Region Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:<a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84007255406" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84007255406</a> Phone one-tap:+16473744685,,84007255406# Canada+16475580588,,84007255406# Canada Join via audio:+1 647 374 4685 Canada+1 647 558 0588 Canada+1 778 907 2071 Canada+1 780 666 0144 Canada+1 204 272 7920 Canada+1 438 809 7799 Canada+1 587 328 1099 Canada+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)+1 689 278 1000 US+1 719 359 4580 US+1 253 205 0468 US+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)+1 305 224 1968 US+1 309 205 3325 US+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)+1 360 209 5623 US+1 386 347 5053 US+1 507 473 4847 US+1 564 217 2000 US+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)+1 646 931 3860 US+1 669 444 9171 US+44 203 901 7895 United Kingdom+44 208 080 6591 United Kingdom+44 208 080 6592 United Kingdom+44 330 088 5830 United Kingdom+44 131 460 1196 United Kingdom+44 203 481 5237 United Kingdom+44 203 481 5240 United Kingdom+358 9 4245 1488 Finland+358 9 7252 2471 Finland+358 3 4109 2129 FinlandWebinar ID: 840 0725 5406International numbers available: <a fr-original-style="" href="https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcdCC2J7eu" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcdCC2J7eu</a>

Free Public Lecture - Dr. Brandon Cordeiro – Hydro-Electricity In The Thunder Bay Region

No school today? Let&#39;s make some noise! On this PA day, campers will explore the sounds, rhythms, and instruments that bring music to life. They&#39;ll build their own instruments, sing and play along in karaoke games, and hunt through the museum for musical clues. Every camper leaves with instruments they made themselves and a head full of new tunes. What campers will do:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Build their own instruments. Campers create a handmade instrument from each family: a string instrument (guitar), a wind instrument, and a percussion instrument, learning how each one makes its sound.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Play karaoke games. Campers take the stage for sing-along fun and music games that get everyone moving, laughing, and performing.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Go on a scavenger hunt. Teams search the museum for musical clues, instruments, and sounds hidden in our galleries.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Jam together. Campers finish the day with a group performance, putting their new instruments to work.</li></ul>What your child will take away<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Three handmade instruments to play and show off at home: guitar, wind, and percussion</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A hands-on understanding of how different instruments make sound</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Confidence in singing, performing, and working as part of a team</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A day of creativity, music, and new friends</li></ul>Good to know<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">All materials are provided, and no musical experience is needed.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Expect a lively, noisy day. Singing and playing are encouraged!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Please pack a nut-free lunch and a water bottle.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Space is limited to 12 campers.&nbsp;</li></ul>Grab your instrument. Find your rhythm. Take the stage! Camp is for kids aged 8 to 13.Drop-off time starts at 8:45, and pick-up is at 4 pm.&nbsp; Frequently asked questions Am I to send a lunch with my child? Yes, please send a nut-free lunch and two snacks/drinks with your child. There will be no access to a refrigerator, so please pack accordingly. The Museum has water fountains, so sending your child with a refillable water bottle is advisable. What should my child wear? Your child can wear whatever they like, even a costume! We love seeing our campers embrace the theme of the day. However, kids should wear things they don&#39;t mind getting messy or possibly getting paint on. How many children are in each program? Programs are limited to 12 children.&nbsp; The Museum reserves the right to cancel programs due to under-registration.&nbsp;In this case, all existing registrants will be notified, and a full refund will be issued. What if I have to cancel my registration?&nbsp; No refunds will be given for cancellations made less than one week in advance. A credit for a future program may be given to participants who cancel three days (full 72 hours) before the program start time. No credit will be given to &ldquo;no shows&rdquo; or to cancellations with less than 72 hours&rsquo; notice. What if my child has special needs? If your child has any special needs, details must be included with your registration form. Please note that staff are not trained to work with special needs or medical support. However, if your child requires an adult assistant, they are welcome to accompany the child to camp free of charge. Who will be supervising my child? The Education Department&rsquo;s great staff and volunteers are trained, experienced individuals who have submitted current Criminal Background Checks and are certified in Standard First Aid and CPR. The minimum ratio of supervisors to participants is 1:7. Am I required to send my child with any materials from home? For this camp, absolutely nothing!&nbsp;

PA Day at the Museum - Musical Maestros

Three, two, one... blast off! No school today means it&#39;s the perfect day to explore the universe. On this PA day, campers will travel through space, creating their own aliens, launching a rocket, and creating 2d &amp; 3D galaxies from far, far away. They&#39;ll search the museum for out-of-this-world artifacts and head home with a collection of cosmic creations. What campers will do:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sculpt clay aliens. Campers invent a new alien species, shaping their creature from clay and giving it a name, a home planet, and a special power.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Build a rocket that launches. Campers design and decorate their own rocket, then test it out in a launch the whole group can cheer on.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Paint a pastel galaxy. Using soft, dreamy colours, campers create a swirling galaxy artwork to hang at home.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Create a 3D galaxy. Campers go beyond the page, building a layered, three-dimensional galaxy that seems to float in space.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Go on a scavenger hunt. Teams explore the museum searching for crashed alien space ships and help save the aliens!</li></ul>What your child will take away<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A clay alien of their own invention</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A rocket they designed, decorated, and launched</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A pastel galaxy and a 3D galaxy to display at home</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A closer look at space, imagination, and creative problem-solving</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A day of creativity, exploration, and new friends</li></ul>Good to know<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">All materials are provided, and no experience is needed.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Clay and paint activities can get messy, so please send your child in clothes that can handle it.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Please pack a nut-free lunch and a water bottle.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Space is limited to 12 campers.&nbsp;</li></ul>Reach for the stars. Come explore! Frequently asked questions Am I to send a lunch with my child? Yes, please send a nut-free lunch and two snacks/drinks with your child. There will be no access to a refrigerator, so please pack accordingly. The Museum has water fountains, so sending your child with a refillable water bottle is advisable. What should my child wear? Your child can wear whatever they like, even a costume! We love seeing our campers embrace the theme of the day. However, kids should wear things they don&#39;t mind getting messy or possibly getting paint on. How many children are in each program? Programs are limited to 12 children.&nbsp; The Museum reserves the right to cancel programs due to under-registration.&nbsp;In this case, all existing registrants will be notified, and a full refund will be issued. What if I have to cancel my registration?&nbsp; No refunds will be given for cancellations made less than one week in advance. A credit for a future program may be given to participants who cancel three days (full 72 hours) before the program start time. No credit will be given to &ldquo;no shows&rdquo; or to cancellations with less than 72 hours&rsquo; notice. What if my child has special needs? If your child has any special needs, details must be included with your registration form. Please note that staff are not trained to work with special needs or medical support. However, if your child requires an adult assistant, they are welcome to accompany the child to camp free of charge. Who will be supervising my child? The Education Department&rsquo;s great staff and volunteers are trained, experienced individuals who have submitted current Criminal Background Checks and are certified in Standard First Aid and CPR. The minimum ratio of supervisors to participants is 1:7. Am I required to send my child with any materials from home? For this camp, absolutely nothing!&nbsp;

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