Toronto History Museums

Enjoy a performance by accomplished Métis fiddler Alicia Blore at Montgomery’s Inn. Learn the history of Métis fiddle music, play along with the wooden spoons and taste traditional Métis bannock. 📆 May 13 | ⏰ 3:30 🎟️ Free! toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/…

Learn about The Meadoway on a guided walking tour with Scarborough Museum and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority! Embark on a tour through Thomson Park and engage with the land local ecosystems. 📅 May 9, 10, 30 & 31 anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/toronto/activi…

🎵 Catch Rusterrat at Gibson House! Rusterrat’s music is a re-imagining of traditional Korean music, featuring zithers, synthesizers and a drum kit. This is the 2nd in a series of concerts to gather the community to celebrate diverse genres of traditional music 📅 May 10 - 2 pm

Check out a youth-led exhibition shaped and curated by youth who live in the Mabelle community. “Recollections from the Here and Now:” shares how youth gather in their home away from home through a display of original works. 📍 Montgomery’s Inn 📆 Until June 7!

It looks like a chilly weekend, so Spadina Museum’s yoga session this Saturday will be held inside the historic house. All experience levels are welcome and the session will end with a relaxing 30-minute sound bath. A limited number of walk-up tickets are available.

🎵 Sunday kicks off a series of concerts at Gibson House. Gather together and celebrate diverse genres of traditional live music. 📆 May 3 – Elwood at the Allstars 📆 May 10 – Rusterrat 📆 May 17 - Golha Ensemble ⏰ Shows begin at 2 p.m.

Join us for a performance of traditional Métis fiddle music at Gibson House! Enjoy music from accomplished Métis fiddler Alicia Blore and guitarist Jacob Wanuch. 📆 May 2 - 3 pm Free! Reserve your spot at: toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/…

🌸 Celebrate the magic of the cherry blossom season as High Park comes alive with spring. Enjoy a weekend full of programming such as 🎵 Live music 💃 Waltz lessons 📃 Writing haikus 🌸 Creating crafts 🛍️ Browsing vendors 📍 Colborne Lodge 📆 May 2 & 3 🕛 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

🧘 Enjoy a refreshing yoga session at Scarborough Museum! Flex your body and mind as instructor Aruna Logendrakumar leads the group through family-friendly exercises that are appropriate for all experience levels and abilities. 📆 May 2 | ⏰ 2:30 p.m. anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/toronto/activi…

Emerge from winter hibernation and explore the elements through a 4-week yoga series this spring! Join Keke Chambers, an artist, facilitator and healer for flow yoga and sound bath meditation. 📆 May 2, 9, 16, 30 ⏰ 11 am – 12:30 pm 📍 Spadina Museum #event_id=f9963b96-e20d-4419-b5b3-fd9a137ae472" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/…

Reflect through an artistic journey inspired by the Sankofa Adinkra symbol in an immersive workshop with guided meditation, singing bowls and intentional breathwork. 📆 May 2 & 9 📍 Montgomery’s Inn 🎟️ Tickets: toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/…

#DYK that Indigenous peoples were the first to defend Toronto when the Americans attacked during the War of 1812? Fort York is hosting tours which highlight the pivotal role the Anishinaabeg warriors played 213 years ago. 📅 April 26 - Tours at 12 pm & 2 pm

When Toronto was attacked during the War of 1812, Indigenous allies, British soldiers and local militia fought together to defend this land. Learn more about their stories and sacrifice during the annual Battle of York Day event at Fort York. 📅April 26 | 🕛 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Join Montgomery's Inn's storytelling circle led by Maria Ordoñez as she shares folktales from around the world. People of all abilities are encouraged to bring stories inspired by the Irish folk saying "one story brings on another," to share with the group 📅 April 30 | ⏰ 3 pm

Heads up for anyone attending Sunday’s Battle of York event at Fort York 🚧 The Gardiner Expressway will be closed this weekend. Please allow extra travel time, plan alternate routes, or consider taking public transit.

While the city waits for the ice to melt across the street, Mackenzie House offers a different kind of reveal. A historic Victorian home in conversation with contemporary design and ideas. Open Wednesday–Sunday at 82 Bond Street.

Did you know this year marks the 213th Anniversary of the Battle of York? Come down to Fort York National Historic Site on Sunday April 26 and delve into the stories, sights and sounds of the conflict and its impact on this land and its peoples. 📆 April 26 | 🕛 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Enjoy a hands-on beading workshop with Métis artist Jenna Bjornson. In this beginner-friendly session, you’ll create a beaded medicine bag while learning about the significance of beadwork! 📆 April 30 🕛 5 – 6 pm 📍 401 Richmond St W - Suite 128 toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/…

Celebrate sustainable living and learn about ecology in the Don Valley. Learn from community environmental organizations and create an art project with partners Don’t Mess with the Don and Monsoon Arts! 📆April 25 ♻️ Eco-Fair 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. 📍 Todmorden Mills

🌳 Join Scarborough Museum and Scarborough Environmental Association for a free event celebrating sustainability, nature, and local environmental action! Repair your bike, swap clothes, or connect with local groups! 📆 April 25 🕛 12 – 3 pm scarbenv.ca