History Talks: Second Thursday of the Month at 2pm (formerly known as Talk & Tea)
Explore Brockville's fascinating social and industrial history with the museum’s Community Program Coordinator on the second Thursday of the month at 2pm, featuring a different topic each month. Talks last about 45 minutes. Participants are encouraged to share their own stories and ask questions. $5/person (+HST). Includes tea.
Advance reservations are not required, but capacity is limited. If you would like to ensure your seat in advance, please contact the museum by phone (613-342-4397) or by email.
NEW for 2024: VIP Annual Pass. $50/person (+HST) includes admission to all 12 History Talks, guaranteed seating, and a personalized reminder 1 week in advance by email or phone. Available for purchase at the museum's front desk during business hours.
2024 Dates & Topics (subject to change):
- January 11: 20th Century Folk Art in Brockville
- February 8: Brockville's Fraternal & Women's Associations
- March 14: Brockville Newspapers (1821-1917)
- April 11: Our American Neighbours - Brockville's Relationships with Morristown and America
- May 9: How Fires have shaped Brockville Streetscapes
- June 13: (Guest Speaker): Ship Spotting on the St. Lawrence River
- Viktor Kaczkowski
- July 11: Summer Sports in Brockville
- August 8: Brockville's Dairy Industry
- September 12: (Guest Speaker): Weaving Community with the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum
- Michael Rikley-Lancaster, Executive Director/ Curator of the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum
- Michael will introduce guests to the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum. Highlighting such things as the building, accomplishments, the history, and the community it represents. Michael will also present quilts from the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum’s permanent collection.
- October 10: Brockville Crimes & Criminals
- November 14: Blitz Magazine
- December 12: History of Brockville Photo Studios