Strathcona County Museum & Archives is proud to announce their latest special exhibit: Praise, showcasing the past and present of area churches. Churches were an important aspect of pioneer life. Soon after settlers arrived in Strathcona County, they began to worship with like-minded individuals. These gatherings were first held in private homes, then in community […]
Silent Auction Pub Night
Silent Auction Pub Night Where: Average Joe’s All-Star Bar (on Baseline Road) When: Friday, November 21, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. (no guaranteed seating after 7:30 p.m.) On November 21, 2014, the Strathcona County Museum & Archives is holding its first annual Silent Auction Fundraiser. This will be a fun night, unique to anything the Museum […]
Spooky Saturday 2014
A mystery lurks in the Museum! Follow ghostly clues around the Museum to discover where the ghost is hiding. For our younger visitors, participate in spooktacular activities, create a few ghoulish crafts, and have fangtastic family fun! Enjoy snacks provided by Save-On-Foods and Home Hardware. Saturday, October 25, 2021 6 to 9 p.m. $5/person; ages […]
Let the Games Begin
Summer 2014 Special Exhibit Let the Games Begin: We are Never too Old features the history of sport in Strathcona County as we celebrate the Canada 55+ Games coming to our own backyard. This exhibit features equipment, uniforms, photographs and memorabilia from long-time sport favourites such as hockey, baseball, swimming and curling. Discover how some […]
Paving the Way: Pioneers of the County
Spring 2014 Special Exhibit The first in a series of exhibits which celebrate pioneer families from Strathcona County. This year we feature the Ball, Marsh and Stannard families. On now until July 21, 2014.
Family Day Pancake Breakfast
Start Family Day off right with a pancake breakfast at the Strathcona County Museum & Archives! On Monday, February 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., enjoy pancakes, sausages, juice and coffee. Only $5/adult (ages 15 and up), $2/youth (ages 5-14) with children 4 and under free! The best part - - Museum admission […]
Essence of Elegance
2014 Winter Special Exhibit Step back in time to an era of elegance as you enjoy our current special exhibit “Essence of Elegance: Lifestyles of the Past” which features unique styling’s of past homes in Strathcona County. From teacups to telephones and calendars to crocheted linen…the home is special - held dear and treated with […]
Santa’s Treasure Hunt
Discover the Museum as you hunt for Santa’s treasure. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies while viewing decorations of Christmas past. Read ‘Dear Santa’ letters from local schoolchildren, imagine yourself in a Christmas village and get settled in a cozy nook to hear your favourite holiday tale. Saturday, December 7, 201312 pm to 4 pm Admission […]
Remembrance Day
Museum features private collector’s trench art We remember…Open every Remembrance Day, the Strathcona County Museum & Archives invites the public to pay tribute to those who have served our country. What is trench art?Trench art refers to any decorative item made by soldiers, prisoners of war, civilians or a commercially manufactured item directly linked to […]
The Past Shows Us The Way
Come celebrate as Strathcona County Museum & Archives unveils its new aboriginal exhibit on Sunday, September 22, 2013. The centerpieces of the exhibit are a stunning original wall mural and stained glass medicine wheel created by Edmonton Métis artist, Aaron Paquette. From 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., experience bannock and tea with stories and crafts in an […]
