Here's to the Farmers: The Evolution of King Township Barns Opens on April 13th! As an iconic feature of rural landscape, barns are an integral part of settlement and agricultural history across Canada. The "Here’s to the Farmers" exhibition highlights the evolution of barns in King Township, from the early days to modern use; and, […]
Art Society King and the King Heritage & Cultural Centre are inviting you to an enchanting evening of sultry jazz tunes featuring King’s own “Diva in the Rough”, Catherine Hughes, in a dimly lit 1920s speakeasy. Clink your glasses and dance with flappers and dapper gents as the infectious energy of the Charleston transports you […]
Is your child looking to learn a new fibre craft? Heritage Rug Hooking for Kids is simple by design and technique, allowing participants to run wild with their imagination! Design your own pattern, coordinate your colour combinations, and enhance your motor skills to turn fibre materials into a work of art! Saturday, May 11, 2024. […]
Calling all young artists to get a hands-on look at one of history's greatest inventions: printing! Participate in the KHCC's upcoming Printing Workshop: Creative Impressions for Kids! Get a close-up […]
Delve into the history of the printing press in the KHCC's upcoming Introduction to Printing Workshop: Creative Impressions! Get a close-up look at the printing artifacts in our museum collection; and, take inspiration to design and carve out your own 6x8 inch Lino Block stamp. Select your ink and apply it to our Lino Press […]
Learn what it takes to become a comic book artist: design a custom comic book character and put them into action in your own comic strip! With our museum staff, explore the genre's origins to take inspiration from some of history's greatest comic book characters and series. Saturday, May 25, 2024. 11AM-12PM. $12/child. Pre-registration required. […]
Did you know that the old trick of wrapping your silverware in cling-wrap can actually damage it rather than preserve it? Curious to learn why? Attend the KHCC's "Artifact Roadshow" for museum tips and tricks to care for items at home from: metals and silverware, leather, ceramic, paper, natural fibres and fur, and more! This […]