Culture Days 2024
Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. Join millions of people across the country to attend free participatory arts and culture events across the country both in-person and online. Culture Days programs invite the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in our communities.
Join Dalnavert for Culture Days in 2024! On September 22 and October 5, explore the museum with your pencil through Draw at Dalnavert. On September 28, Dalnavert returns to Nuit Blanche with a new installation, The Garden of Life. Laurie McDougall of Velvetlead Beadworks will lead a beading workshop on September 29. If printmaking is more your style, join Vanessa Warne of Crafting Communities for a block printing workshop on October 5. To close out Culture Days and begin the museum’s transition to Halloween, visit Dalnavert for a special Spooky Second Saturday!
Upcoming Dalnavert Culture Days Events
Join us for a morning of unstructured sketching in the museum! Take inspiration from Dalnavert's exquisite collection of 19th century artifacts, gorgeous architecture, and rich history.
Step into the enchanting world of Dalnavert Museum on this one-of-a-kind Nuit Blanche evening. Explore a new immersive art installation, The Garden of Life, from local artist Syd Caldwell. As the sun sets, the historic house comes alive with tales of the past. Embark on a self-guided exploration of the museum and the incredible stories this Victorian mansion holds.
Unleash your creativity with the masterful Laurie McDougall of Velvetleaf Beadworks. Born and raised in the heart of the Métis homeland, Laurie's beadwork is a testament to her deep connection to her roots and her journey of cultural reconnection. Each participant will be guided to create a pair of unique earrings marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Join us for a morning of unstructured sketching in the museum! Take inspiration from Dalnavert's exquisite collection of 19th century artifacts, gorgeous architecture, and rich history.
On October 5th, learn how to make a printing block in this free workshop! Under the guidance of Dr. Vanessa Warne of Crafting Communities, each participant will carve a printing block to take home.
Free admission and family programming for this spooky edition of our Second Saturdays!