Museum News

  • Doon Heritage Village Reopens with Improved Accessibility and Expanded Stories, Experiences

    Doon Heritage Village is reopening to the public on July 1 following the completion of infrastructure upgrades, which support the long-term operation of the site and improve the visitor experience.

  • Region of Waterloo joins Sunflower Program during National AccessAbility Week

    It’s National AccessAbility Week in Canada and the Region of Waterloo is taking action to reduce barriers by joining the Sunflower Program, an internationally recognized initiative that supports people with hidden disabilities in accessing public services.  

  • Save the date: Doon Heritage Village grand reopening on July 1

    The Region of Waterloo is pleased to invite the community back to Doon Heritage Village, with a grand reopening on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The “Back to the Village” event will feature returning favourites like costumed interpreters, farm animals, and historic games, as well as music, food, and entertainment for everyone.

  • Egg-citing Easter fun at the Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives

    Waterloo Region – Hop on over to the Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives for bunny-approved family activities and events this Easter. This year’s roundup is bursting with games, crafts, egg hunts, and egg-citement for kids of all ages.

  • Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives introduce new Community Membership for charities and not-for-profits

    Waterloo Region - New for 2026, the Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives have introduced a Community Membership created specifically for charities and registered not-for-profits. The membership can be purchased by an organization and shared across the organization.

  • What’s On This March Break: Fun All Week Long at Region of Waterloo Museums and Libraries

    Waterloo Region – Join Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives, and Region of Waterloo Libraries this March Break for engaging family activities and events. Our school break roundup is bursting with games, workshops, creativity, and excitement for kids of all ages.

  • Exhibit shaped by community opens at McDougall Cottage

    Waterloo Region – Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives is pleased to invite the community to explore their new exhibit, Snapshots in Time: Nostalgia & Memory, at McDougall Cottage Historic Site on Friday, February 20. Shaped by the voices of Cambridge residents, Snapshots in Time transports visitors into the past, celebrating 50 years of Cambridge history.

  • In this act of burial – Part II opens at Schneider Haus

    Waterloo Region – Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives is proud to announce the opening of “In this act of burial – Part II”, a series of digital drawings displayed on the exterior lightboxes of Schneider Haus National Historic Site. Running now until May 31, 2026, the exhibit features work by artist Meghan Harder.

  • Feel the love this February with Region of Waterloo Museums and Libraries

    Waterloo Region – Join the Region of Waterloo Museums and Libraries this February for heartwarming events. From fun and romantic workshops to celebrate with your Valentine or Palentine, to full-day events for families of all types, and activities for all ages.

  • Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at Region of Waterloo Museums

    Waterloo Region – Join Region of Waterloo Museums team this holiday season for festive events for the whole family. From photo opportunities with holiday favourites to Christmas-themed crafts, there are activities for all ages.

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