An estimated 100,000 children were sent to Canada from Great Britain from 1869 to 1948.  Their average age was 12.  These children worked as indentured farm labourers and domestic servants. Seventy of these children were placed in a Prince Albert orphanage.

Join us to learn more about the history of these children.

Presenters: Susan Brazeau & Joan (Champ) Brewerton (... more details)

Location: Prince Albert Historical Museum
10 River Street E
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 pm

• Reserve your seat by phoning 306.764.2992
• Register soon! Seating is limited

Presented by the Prince Albert Historical Society and the Prince Albert Daily Herald.

Join us for our first Coffee and Conversation this fall:
"Murder at the Saskatchewan Cafe: The Story of Hoo Sam."
This murder took place in August 1911, but the events leading up to the trial emphasize what it was like to be a Chinese immigrant in Canada.

Presenter: Harris May
Cost: Free
Location: Prince Albert Historical Museum
10 River Street E
Time: 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Pre-registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome. Phone 306.764-2992 or email curator@historypa.com.

 

Join us for a stroll around the Central Avenue and East Hill neighbourhood to learn about the historic homes in the area.  The tour will take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

Location: Tour starts at the Court House parking lot,
1800 Central Av
Cost: By donation

• Pre-register by phoning 306.764.2992
• Register soon! Tour size is a limited number of participants

 

 

Join Fred Payton at St. Mary Church on July 29th @ 2 pm to learn about some of Prince Albert’s early residents.

Location: Highway 302, West of the Saskatchewan Penitentiary.
Cost: Suggested donation is $10 per person and will be split between the Society and the Anglican Diocese.

The tour is weather dependent. Check our Facebook page for any weather-related changes.

"Multicultural Marvels" Half-Day August Summer Camp
Tuesday, August 8th to Friday, August 11th
9:00 am to 12:00 pm each day

Cost: $50.00 per person
Ages: 8-12
Location: Historical Museum, 10 River St E

Fill out the registration form to register for the camp
For more information, phone 306 764-2992

• Food, craft and games from around the world
• Fun and creative indoor and outdoor activities

 

"History Hunters" Half-Day July Summer Camp
Monday, July 17 to Friday, July 21st
9:00 am to 12:00 pm each day

Cost: $50.00 per person
Ages: 8-12
Location: Historical Museum, 10 River St E

Fill out the registration form to register for the camp
For more information, phone 306 764-2992

• Fun and creative indoor and outdoor activities
• Visit the ArchaeoCaravan!

 

Crochet & Tea

Create your own Dinosaur Plush!  Each class is 3 sessions, 3 hours per session.  Two class times (groups) are available.

• Session 1: Learn the basics of the patterns
• Session 2: Start building dinosaur & create horns
• Session 3: Finishing touches

Group 1: Sundays, July 16, 23 & 30 from 11 am to 3 pm
Group 2: Mondays, July 17, 24 & 31 from 1 pm to 4 pm

Location: Prince Albert Historical Museum Tea Room
Cost: $95, all materials included.

Sign up today. Call or text 306.210.7291 or contact @mcstudio.e5

 

Join Fred Payton at St. Mary Church on June 26th @ 7 pm to learn about some of Prince Albert’s early residents.

Location: Highway 302, West of the Saskatchewan Penitentiary.
Cost: Suggested donation is $10 per person and will be split between the Society and the Anglican Diocese.

The tour is weather dependent. Check our Facebook page for any weather-related changes.

Explore "Diefenbaker House" during our next meeting!

Location: John and Olive Diefenbaker National Historic Site
246 19th St W
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 (noon)

• The Junior Historical Society is aimed at youth, ages 8 to 18,  who have a passion for history and are enthusiastic, curious, creative and energenic.
• Meetings are once per month. Membership is free.
• Call Jeri at 306.764.2992 for more information or email museumeducator@historypa.com

 Don't forget - our summer camps are coming soon in July and August!

 

Join us for a stroll around the West Hill neighbourhood to learn about the historic homes in the area.  The tour will take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

Location: Tour starts at the John & Olive Diefenbaker Museum,
246 19th St W
Cost: By donation

• Pre-register by phoning 306.764.2992
• Register soon! Tour size is a limited number of participants

 

 

Drop into our afternoon Crocus Tea!  The tea menu includes specialty sandwiches, a choice of teas and two different decadent desserts.

Cost: $15.00 per person
Location: Historical Museum, 10 River St E

Menu:

• Egg Salad sandwich, Ham & Imperial Cheese Spread on Molasses Oatmeal Bread, and Garlic Parmesan Butter Rolls
• Tea choices: Lady Grey, Earl Grey or Red Rose
• Two choices from: Lemon Poppy Seed Torte, Triple Layer Chocolate Cake, Lime Cheesecake or Chocolate Nanaimo Cake

 

Archie Belaney: The Other Side of Grey Owl

Be sure to join us at 2:00 pm for this informative talk about Archie Belaney, more widely known as Grey Owl.  The man know as Grey Owl had many sides to him.  He had his devoted fans and his enemies, but most people don't know about the other side of him that he kept hidden from the public. Presentation by Fred Payton.

• Free admission
• Location: Historical Museum, 10 River St E
• Pre-booking is encouraged, however drop ins are welcome.
• Phone 306.764.2992 or email museumeducator@historypa.com to register.

 

Hop on down to the Historical Museum for a Easter Scavenger Hunt the whole family can enjoy and colour an EasterJoke Cootie Catcher!

• Saturday, April 8th and April 15th: 10 am to 4 pm
• Monday, April 10th to Friday, April 14th: 1 pm to 4 pm
• Admission rates apply.
• The Museum address is 10 River Street East.
• Please use the side door on the east side of the building.
• Call 306.764.2992 for more information.

 

Got a Passion for History? Consider joining our new Youth History Society.  Our next meeting will be Saturday, April 1st @ 10:30 am.  Please bring a parent or guardian with you.

• The Youth History Society is aimed at youth volunteers, age 8 to 18,  who have a passion for history and are enthusiastic, curious, creative and energenic.
• Call Jeri at 306.764.2992 for more information or email museumeducator@historypa.com

 

 

What is "survival" gardening?  Join us at the Historical Museum on Saturday, March 25th @ 1:00 pm:

• Learn how to grow sprouts and microgreens.
• Watch a live demonstration of how to sprout seeds featuring Mumm's Sprouting Seeds.
• Connie Gerwing will lead a presentation on survival gardening.
  
  
• Free admission (includes Survival Gardening program).
• Each registered family group will receive a complimentary sprout starter kit.
• Call Jeri to register or for more information at 306.764.2992 or email museumeducator@historypa.com

 

The History of Radio and Television in Prince Albert and Area

Join us at 2:00 pm to learn about the the early days of radio and television in Prince Albert and area. Our guest, Jim Scarrow, will be on hand to share memories.

• Free admission
• Location: Historical Museum, 10 River St E
• Pre-booking is encouraged, however drop ins are welcome.
• Phone 306.764.2992 or email museumeducator@historypa.com to register.

 

 

New!  Visit the Historical Museum on Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm.

• Both the Museum and the Gift Shop will be open.
• Take a tour through our collection on the three floors of the museum.
• Browse our selection of books and gifts from local authors and artists.
• Admission rates apply.
• The Museum address is 10 River Street East.
• Please use the side door on the east side of the building.
• Call 306.764.2992 for more information.

 

Points of View: A Guide on Saskatchewan Projectile Points with Indigenous Perspectives

Join us for the book launch and an informative presentation with Gabriel Lamarche and Karin Steuber. Gabriel will share his knowledge of flintknapping, while Karen will explain the background to the book. Projectile points are commonly called arrowheads.

• Date & Time: February 28th, 7:00 pm
• Location: Historical Museum, 10 River St E

 

Bring your sweethearts to the Prince Albert Historical Museum!  Make a love-themed craft, take a "historical" selfie and create memories!

• Location: Historical Museum (10 River St E)
• Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Free family program with museum admission

 

Celebrate Family Day at the Historical Museum!

• Location: Historical Museum
• Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
• Free Admission

 

The Winter Festival in Prince Albert: Join us at 2:00 pm to learn about the history of the Winter Festival. Bring your memories or questions!

• Free admission
• Location: Historical Museum, 10 River St E
• Pre-booking is encouraged, however drop ins are welcome.
• Phone 306.764.2992 or email museumeducator@historypa.com to register

 

Take a tour of the Bill Smiley Archives at the Historical Museum as part of Archives Week. Join Ken and Fred to learn what items are stored in the PAHS collection and how our archives are documented. Our collection includes photos, maps, Henderson directories and much more!

• Location: Historical Museum, 10 River St E
• Date & Time: February 4th @ 2:00 pm

 

We will be at the Lottery Kiosk in the Gateway Mall to showcase artefacts and information related to celebrating heritage. Stop by to visit our display!

• Location: Gateway Mall Kiosk
• Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
• The Historical Museum will also be open from 10 am - 4 pm

 

The Hudson Bay Company (HBC) in the Prince Albert Area

The HBC was part of this area from shortly after they established the first inland post at Cumberland House in 1774. HBC traders travelled along the North Saskatchewan regularly but they did not build a post at Prince Albert until almost a hundred years later and it wasn't to trade furs. Their first local operation was a farm to take advantage of the rich, river flat soil to grow food to supply their trading posts in other areas. Later, there was a flour mill, fur trading and other enterprises here until well into the 20th century.

Join us for coffee and conversation including a presentation on the HBC in the Prince Albert area. Bring your inquiring mind and any questions or contributions  you might have about our topic.

• Location: Historical Museum, 10 River St E
• Free admission
• Pre-booking is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome
• Phone 306.764.2992 or email museumeducator@historypa.com to register

Join us December 21-23 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at the Historical Museum and make a fun Christmas craft.

• Free admission, free craft and museum tour
• All children require adult assistance to complete the craft
• Pre-registration is appreciated but you can drop in for the afternoon
• December 21: Hand stitched snowman face with Lorraine Campbell
• December 22: Vintage decoupage tree slice ornament
• December 23: Popsicle stick sled or snowflake ornament

 

Join us December 28-30 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at the Historical Museum.

• Play vintage table games
• Complete a jigsaw puzzle
• Tour the museum
• Free admission and snack
• RSVP is appreciated but feel free to drop in

 

Christmas in Downtown Prince Albert: Join Fred Payton at 2:00 pm to discover more about Prince Albert. A warm cup of coffee with a cookie on the side makes for a relaxing afternoon.  Learn something new or share memories about how Christmas was celebrated in downtown Prince Albert in the past.

• Free admission
• Phone 306.764.2992 or email museumeducator@historypa.com to register

Coffee & Conversation afternoons will be held throughout the winter months.

 

Join the Prince Albert Historical Society for an Afternoon Tea on Sunday, December 18th:

Two seatings: 2:00 pm and 3:15 pm

• Phone 306.764.2992 by December 7th to reserve your seat. Space is limited.
• $30 per person
• Front doors open at 1:50 pm

The tea menu includes four savoury and four sweet items:

• Butternut squash phyllo cups, Cheese and herb shortbread, Tasty mushroom tapas, Bacon cream cheese hor d-oevre
• Mini saskatoon cheesecakes, Cranberry scones, Macaroons, Chocolate chip cookie bowls
• Variety of teas