Bruce Museum CA

Friday Demos: Wood Turners, Spinners & Weavers (Drop-In)
2025-07-25 10:30 - 13:30, 2025-08-01 10:30 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
Select Fridays in July and August, visit the Museum’s exhibit hall to experience the artistry of the Grey-Bruce Woodturners Guild and the Pottawatomi Spinners and Weavers.
Enjoy live demonstrations of woodturning, spinning, and weaving, and learn about the traditional techniques that continue to inspire today’s makers. Watch as raw materials are transformed into beautiful, handcrafted works right before your eyes!
Members FREE; General Admission Applies.

Marine Heritage Festival Launch Party
2025-07-25 17:00 - 20:00
Marine Heritage Festival Launch Party
July 25 | 5:00PM – 8:00PM

Ahoy, Mateys! Get ready for the annual Marine Heritage Festival, happening this summer from July 25-27! The opening night launch party will take place at the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre on Friday, July 25, and we encourage all ages to join the marine-themed fun, with free admission from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

Itinerary:

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM – Registration for the Kid’s Bike Rally at Fairy Lake, with races by age category from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM – FREE admission to the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre.
5:00 PM – 6:15 PM – Family Fun Music & Sing-Along with Entertainer, Richard Knechtel. Online pre-registration encouraged – Details and link to registration below!
5:00 PM – Registration for the Chantry Time-Trek Adventure in the Museum backyard. The history walks to meet the mariners of Southampton’s past will take place from 7:30 PM to 8:45 PM around Fairy Lake. (Early onsite registration encouraged)
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Captain Sparrow’s Corn Roast BBQ, hosted by the Saugeen Shores Rotary (food & drink by cash, debit, or credit)
6:30 PM – Opening Ceremony – Blessing by Saugeen First Nation Elder Shirley John, Greetings from Bruce County Warden Luke Charbonneau and more, followed by live music with John Stewart.

This evening is FREE.

No registration required for on-floor programming. Walk-ins welcome!

For Richard Knechtel Entertains, seating is limited, so be sure to register online!

For Chantry Time-Trek, capacity is limited, so early onsite registration is
recommended.

For more weekend events, visit ChantryIsland.com

Richard Knechtel Entertains (5:00 PM – 6:15 PM)
Start your Friday evening with Richard! Full of charm, creativity, and just the right amount of silliness, he’ll have your family clapping, toe-tapping, and singing along. With his guitar and harmonica in hand, Richard blends pop, swing, country, and original tunes for a fun, family-friendly performance to kick off your weekend with a smile!
FREE to attend; seating is limited, so be sure to register!
REGISTER >>

Pop-Up Summer Crafting
2025-07-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-09 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-16 08:00 - 17:00
Saturdays from July 5 – August 16
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Our drop-in summer crafting program invites guests of all ages to unleash their creativity and make their own unique souvenirs to remember their visit.
Members FREE; General Admission Applies.
No preregistration required.

Summer Movie Mondays
2025-07-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-18 13:00 - 15:00
Select Mondays from June 30 – August 25
1:00 PM
This summer, Mondays are movie days! Sit back in the Bruce Power Theatre and get ready to watch great flicks on the big screen. Tickets are on a first-come, first serve basis as seating is limited.
Please note that selections are subject to change.
Members FREE. General Admission applies. Preregister to save your seat!

Schedule:
Monday, June 30: Coco (2016, G) | REGISTER
Monday, July 7: Soul (2020, G) | REGISTER
Monday, July 14: Raya and the Last Dragon (2021, G) | REGISTER
Monday, July 21: Onward (2020, G) | REGISTER
Monday, July 28: Big Hero 6 (2014, G) | REGISTER
Monday, August 11: The Secret Life of Pets (2016, G) | REGISTER
Monday, August 18: Minions (2015, G) | REGISTER
Monday, August 25: Luca (2021, G) | REGISTER

Summer Museum Tour
2025-07-29 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-29 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-12 13:00 - 14:00
Select Tuesdays throughout July & August | Tours at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM

Explore the rich history of Bruce County this summer with our guided Museum tours!
During this 45-minute tour, you’ll journey back through time to see the evolution of the area from 5 million years ago to modern day as we guide you through our permanent exhibits.

PLUS: You’ll have a special chance to check out our featured summer exhibit, Disheveling! An ExtraordinHAIRY Exhibition.
Bring your friends and family along for a memorable exploration of Bruce County’s fascinating past!
Members FREE; General Admission Applies.

Preregister to save your spot! >>

Summer Shows
2025-07-30 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-13 11:00 - 12:00
Summer Shows | July 2 – August 27
Select Wednesdays throughout July & August | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join us in the Bruce Power Theatre throughout the summer for an unforgettable lineup of interactive and educational shows featuring incredible animals, mind-blowing science, and hands-on fun for the whole family!
Please note, presenters may be subject to change.

Schedule:

Wednesday, July 2: Scales Nature Park – Hands-on Reptile Show | REGISTER
Wednesday, July 9: How to Build a Mousetrap Science Show | REGISTER
Wednesday, July 16: Hands-on Exotic – Furry Friends Hands-on Animal Show | REGISTER
Wednesday, July 23: Light is Blue (and Red and Green) Science Show | REGISTER
Wednesday, July 30: Canadian Raptor Conservancy – Birds of Prey (Not Hands-On) | REGISTER
Wednesday, August 6: Bluewater Astronomical Society Space Show | REGISTER
Wednesday, August 13: Canadian Raptor Conservancy – Birds of Prey (Not Hands-On) | REGISTER
Wednesday, August 20: Creatures of Whimsy: Magical Family Show | REGISTER
Wednesday, August 27: Scales Nature Park – Hands-on Reptile Show | REGISTER

$5 Members | $10 Non-Members
Preregistration is required.

Proudly presented by West Wawanosh Mutual Insurance Company.

Cultural Demonstrations
2025-07-31 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-07 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-08-14 11:00 - 13:00
Cultural Demonstrations | July 3 – August 28
Select Thursdays throughout July & August | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Discover cultural traditions and explore the richness of Indigenous heritage in the region. These demonstrations will cover a variety of topics, such as: elder stories, sharing circles, and cultural education.
Please note, presenters may be subject to change.

Schedule:
Thursday, July 3: Elder Shirley John – Elder Stories
Thursday, July 10: Natalka Pucan – Birchbark canoes
Thursday, July 17: Dorothy Ladd – Children’s Book Readings
Thursday, July 31: Ann Marie Proulx – Tour (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Thursday, August 7: Elder Shirley John – Elder Stories
Thursday, August 14: Dorothy Ladd – Children’s Book Readings
Thursday, August 21: Medsin Cup – Tea Tasting & Plant Medicine Learning
Thursday August 28: End of Summer Demonstration Day – Chef Zach Keeshig of Naagan, Shirley John, Dorothy Ladd, Natalka Pucan, Parks Canada

Proudly presented by Bruce Power.

Lego Fridays
2025-08-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-08 10:00 - 12:00
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Workshop at 10:30 AM
Calling all LEGO® fans! Come and build for fun or put your skills to the test in our weekly themed kids’ contest. LEGO® prizes will be up for grabs, and make sure to check out our guided LEGO® workshops to try your hand at a new kind of build.
Workshop space is limited, and available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Proudly presented by Judy Rich Law Office.
Members FREE; General Admission Applies.
“LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site”.

Saugeen First Nation Independent Business Association (SFNIBA) Arts Market
2025-08-02 10:00 - 15:00
The Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre is proud to participate in the first annual festival of the arts in Southampton! Celebrate local visual arts, theatre and music by visiting participating organizations across the community over the course of the weekend. Visit the Museum for local makers, arts, exhibits, crafting and more!
Saturday, August 2
Saugeen First Nation Independent Business Association (SFNIBA) Arts Market
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Museum Front Lawn
Hosted by SFNIBA, the Saugeen First Nation Arts Market is a vibrant showcase of local makers, crafters, beaders, and artists. Each vendor brings their own unique talents and cultural expression to the market, offering visitors a chance to experience the creativity rooted in Saugeen First Nation. A wide variety of handmade items are available for purchase, making it a perfect opportunity to support local talent and take home something special.
Pop-up Summer Crafting | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Our drop-in summer crafting program invites guests of all ages to unleash their creativity and make their own unique souvenirs to remember their visit.
Members FREE; General Admission Applies.
No preregistration required.
For more information about the Southampton Arts Festival, including other festival activities, visit Southampton Arts Festival

Complimentary Admission to HOMAGE (Southampton Arts Festival)
2025-08-03 13:00 - 17:00
The Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre is proud to participate in the first annual festival of the arts in Southampton! Celebrate local visual arts, theatre and music by visiting participating organizations across the community over the course of the weekend. Visit the Museum for local makers, arts, exhibits, crafting and more!
Sunday, August 3
HOMAGE, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bruce Gallery
Complimentary Admission
Homage is a nationally touring collection of framed neckpieces created as a celebration and tribute to Canadian women throughout the ages and across the country in a wide range of professions and contributions to our society – mothers and artists; businesswomen and philanthropists; actors and athletes, inventors and scientists.
Created by renowned metal artist Don Stuart, C.M., O.Ont, RCA, the necklaces are accompanied by sketches and short biographies. This exhibition, after showings from Yukon to Nova Scotia, offers visitors an opportunity to explore these personal histories from fresh perspectives. We welcome Homage to Bruce County.
Proudly presented by Blair Law Firm; Media partner 97.9 the Bruce.
For more information about the Southampton Arts Festival, including other festival activities, visit Southampton Arts Festival

Lego Fridays Special Feature - Ask the Expert, with Rankin MacGillivray
2025-08-08 10:00 - 12:00
Lego Friday Special Feature – August 8: “Ask the Expert”!
This is a LEGO® day you won’t want to miss! In addition to our regular Lego Friday programming, expert Rankin MacGillivray will be on-site displaying some of his amazing builds, including stunning historic building replicas from his 2024 exhibit at the Dundas Museum & Archives. Get an up-close look at these incredible creations, ask your burning LEGO® questions, and discover the behind-the-scenes process of bringing complex builds to life!
Proudly presented by Judy Rich Law Office.
Members FREE; General Admission Applies.
“LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site”.

Muse-Talk: Northwest Passage & Greenland: In Franklin’s Wake
2025-08-08 19:00 - 20:15
Muse-Talk: Northwest Passage & Greenland: In Franklin’s Wake
August 8 | 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Photographer and presenters Willy Waterton and Audrey Armstrong will be joining us this summer in a brand-new Muse-Talk presentation, sharing their arctic adventure.
This talk is based on their travels through the Canadian Arctic and Greenland with historical references to a Bruce County connection regarding the search for Sir John Franklin. Learn about the Group of Seven’s Arctic travels, with lots of natural flora and fauna.
$10 Members | $15 Non-Members | Preregistration is required.
Presented by Georgian College.
SEE FULL DETAILS >>

Local Authors Night with Wine and Cheese
2025-08-11 19:00 - 21:00
This lively wine and cheese reception is hosted by the Bruce County Genealogical Society and the Bruce County Historical Society at the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre.
We are fortunate to have the following talented local authors join us for Author’s Night:

Jennifer Frankum, author of “The Position of My Heart”,

Paul White, author of “Shipwrecks, Parks & Sawmills”, and

Willy Waterton & Audrey Armstrong, authors of “Orchids of Bruce & Grey and Ferns of Bruce & Grey – Owen Sound Field Naturalists”

These authors will share their insights and inspiratios behind their work.
FREE admission. Limited seated. Cash bar will be available.
Register online now to save your seat
REGISTER >>

Walk for Wenjack - Cape Croker Park, Neyaashiingmiing
2025-08-14 13:00 - 14:30
Walk for Wenjack – Cape Croker Park, Neyaashiingmiing
August 14 – Gather at the Arbour | 1:00 PM | Refreshments provided.

The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund is part of Gord Downie’s legacy and embodies his commitment, and that of his family, to improving lives of First Peoples in Canada.
In collaboration with the Wenjack Family, the goal of the Fund is to continue the conversation that began with Chanie Wenjack’s residential school story, and to aid our collective reconciliation journey through a combination of awareness, education, and action.
In 2025, walks will be held in five communities, including new events in the Municipality of Kincardine and Municipality of Brockton.
These events bring neighbours together to learn, reflect, and walk in solidarity on the path toward reconciliation. Join a Walk for Wenjack event near you to honour the story of Chanie Wenjack, reflect on the legacy of residential schools, and walk together in community.
All events are free admission. Donations to the Nawash food bank will be accepted and the first 10 donations at each event will receive a prize from the Downie Wenjack Fund.
Walk for Wenjack events in Bruce County are hosted in partnership with Cape Croker Park, Ktaamgwedaagwad Gindasswin Adult Learning Centre, Nawash Chief & Council, Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre, Bruce County Public Library, Municipality of Kincardine, Municipality of Brockton, and Bruce Power.
See full Walk for Wenjack schedule >>
