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Several events coming up in October at the Museum of Dufferin

October 5, 2023   ·   0 Comments

The Museum of Dufferin is running several events through the month of October for members of the public to enjoy.

The Museum of Dufferin (MoD) collects and preserves the stories of the people, places and culture of Dufferin County — past and present — and shares them through engaging and inclusive experiences. The MoD offers a welcoming, unique and enriching environment for its visitors, with an eclectic variety of experiences by way of exhibitions, events, programs and tours. There’s something for everyone – here’s all the fall fun coming up in October at the MoD!

Jo Thomson: Rooted in Nature | Until October 21

In 2015, Jo moved from a house in the UK, with a tiny, urban backyard, to a 10-acre forested property in rural Mono. Her relocation, not only across continents, but from urban to rural, led to a deep affinity and appreciation of the natural beauty of her new environment. This life event also coincided with a personal creative urge to return to her roots of manual photographic processes. Jo began to gather and preserve a collection of foraged botanicals and wild bird feathers, discovered on nature walks, and also embarked on a period of traditional printing experimentation.

The resulting work is a collection of cyanotypes and photograms, inspired by the 19th Century botanical studies of photographer & botanist, Anna Atkins and the early darkroom studies of pioneering photographer, Man Ray.

By using a cameraless technique involving a direct contact method between the organic materials and the light sensitive paper, there remains a true connection between the subject and the print. As no method of reproduction is involved in the process, each piece is an original.

With this galleried exhibition, ‘Rooted in Nature’, Jo invites viewers to focus on the unique form, fragility and translucent qualities of the organic subject matter, which is recorded at its true scale, and to feel a sense of calm, connection and appreciation of the natural world that surrounds us.

MoD-Tots: Friends and Family | October 4, 10 to 11:30 am and 12:30 to 2 pm

MoD-Tots is back for the fall and winter seasons! Babies, toddlers and caregivers are invited to the Museum for tot-friendly art play every other Wednesday.

Parent/caregiver participation and pre-registration are required. Learn more and register at eventbrite.com/cc/mod-tots-1817659.

MoD Studio Workshop: Notebook and Journal Making | October 14, 1 to 3 pm

Back by popular demand! Learn how to create your own handmade notebook or journal in this fun and simple class. Choose from a variety of decorative papers and learn an essential book binding stitch. Recommended for people 16 and up.

Grab a friend or two, go for lunch nearby (our MoD team would love to make a recommendation!), then head to the Museum for the workshop and a walk through the galleries! There is a $25 cost. Learn more and register at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mod-studio-workshop-notebook-and-journal-making-tickets-580689196017.

MoD-Tots: Pumpkin Patch | October 18, 10 to 11:30 am and 12:30 to 2 pm

MoD-Tots is back for the fall and winter seasons! Babies, toddlers and caregivers are invited to the Museum for tot-friendly art play every other Wednesday.

Parent/caregiver participation and pre-registration are required. Learn more and register at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/mod-tots-1817659.

Family-friendly Halloween Scavenger Hunt | October 28, 11 am to 4 pm

Come out to the Museum of Dufferin for a FREE family-friendly Halloween scavenger hunt with lots of fun prizes to be won! Costumes are not required – but encouraged! This event is recommended for all ages. Keeping young children in mind, there will be no surprising/scary decorations or actors. Learn more and register at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/family-friendly-halloween-scavenger-hunt-tickets-682354750427?aff=oddtdtcreator.

MoD Studio Workshop for Kids: Halloween Soap Making | October 28, 1 to 2:30 pm

Young ghouls and goblins are invited to join the MoD for this spooktacular soap making workshop – Halloween style! Choose from fun colours, accessories and moulds to make your soap unique. This workshop is recommended for children seven to 12.
While you’re at the Museum, try our free family-friendly Halloween scavenger hunt with lots of fun prizes to be won! Costumes are not required, but encouraged! There is a $15 cost. Learn more and register at eventbrite.ca/e/mod-studio-workshop-for-kids-halloween-soap-making-tickets-585683443947.

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