Events
LEGO®: Secrets of the Pharaohs Gala Opening
May 17, 2008 - May 19, 2008
Begins at 10:00am. Watch the building of a giant LEGO® sphinx in the foyer, guess the number of bricks used to win a prize, eat LEGO® and ancient Egypt inspired treats, or create your own wonder-of-the-world masterpiece.
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International Museum Day
May 18, 2008 - May 18, 2008
As part of the festivities of Museum Month, we are offering FREE admission to Grey Roots on International Museum Day!
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Bluewater Car Club - Annual Car Inspection
May 24, 2008 - May 24, 2008
9am - 12 noon. Join us at the Bluewater Garage in our heritage village Moreston for the Bluewater Car Club's annual inspection of vintage cars!
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Doors Open Ontario
Jun 07, 2008 - Jun 08, 2008
FREE admission to Grey Roots Museum & Archives. Cool off in our air-conditioned facility. Enjoy a frozen yogurt at the European Bakery. Prime parking available for More Estates and Gardens.
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Summer Fun Flicks
Jun 28, 2008 - Sep 01, 2008
Daily at 2:00pm. See a different family-friendly film each day. A great way to stay cool on a hot day. All movies are free with admission.
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Canada Day
Jul 01, 2008 - Jul 01, 2008
Celebrate Canada's 141th birthday with us! Canada Day cake and a NEW scavenger hunt to be held in the Heritage Village, Moreston.
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Members' Behind the Scenes Tour
Jul 12, 2008 - Jul 12, 2008
1:00-3:00pm. Find out what is really hiding in the Archives and Museum storage areas. See the Conservation Lab and the current projects. See the oldest document in the Archives. Find out how Museums store precious artefacts. Learn why we use an Isolation Room.
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The Emancipation Festival Art Show Opening
Jul 18, 2008 - Jul 18, 2008
7:00pm. This exclusive event includes music, refreshments, and the official opening of The Emancipation Festival Art Show.
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Tom Thomson Days
Jul 25, 2008 - Aug 05, 2008
An exhibit pod is dedicated to the contributions of this famous artist raised in Leith, ON. National Film Board feature West Wind shown daily in our Theatre.
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Emancipation Celebration Festival
Aug 01, 2008 - Aug 03, 2008
Celebrating the Black history of our area within the context of Owen Sound as the Underground Railroad's most northern point.
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Members' Tour of Moreston Heritage Village
Aug 17, 2008 - Aug 17, 2008
1:00-3:00pm. Have a peek in all of our current Heritage Buildings. Find out what's in store for the next couple years. This tour will include stories of Grey County's history.
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Owen Sound Celtic Festival
Sep 13, 2008 - Sep 13, 2008
Join the Owen Sound Celtic Society for an exciting day of celebration of all things celtic!
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Lecture Series - Visiting the Land of the Dead from Grey County
Sep 23, 2008 - Sep 23, 2008
Join Charles Garrad for the first talk of our Fall Lecture Series taking place on Tuesday afternoons from September 23 through October 7 at 2:30pm in our Theatre. Free with admission. Members free as always.
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155th Sydenham Agricultural Fair
Sep 25, 2008 - Sep 25, 2008
The Sydenham Agricultural Society presents the Sydenham Agricultural Fair at Grey Roots! With over 500 children participating, there will be plenty of agricultural fun for all!
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Lecture Series - Dispelling the Myth of the Little Red Schoolhouse
Sep 30, 2008 - Sep 30, 2008
This illustrated talk with Dr. John C. Carter is part of our Fall Lecture Series taking place on Tuesday afternoons from September 23 through October 7 at 2:30pm in our Theatre. Free with admission. Members free as always.
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Lecture Series - Early Land Treaties of Grey
Oct 07, 2008 - Oct 07, 2008
This illustrated talk with Stephanie McMullen is part of our Fall Lecture Series taking place on Tuesday afternoons from September 23 through October 7 at 2:30pm in our Theatre. Free with admission. Members free as always.
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Season of Light - Afternoon
Dec 07, 2008 - Dec 07, 2008
1:00-4:00pm. Experience the pleasures of Christmas past in our heritage village - Moreston! Sleigh rides, carollers and hot apple cider await you in this unique family experience!
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Season of Light - Evening
Dec 13, 2008 - Dec 13, 2008
4:00-8:00pm. Experience the pleasures of Christmas past in our heritage village - Moreston! Sleigh rides, carollers and hot apple cider await you in this unique family experience!
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Be a Photo Sleuth Exhibit Opening
Feb 06, 2009 - Feb 06, 2009
This intriguing exhibit opening begins at 2pm. Further details will be announced soon!
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Northern Terminus Journal Launch
Feb 28, 2009 - Feb 28, 2009
1:30pm. Please join us for the launch of Volume 6 of this publication devoted to celebrating Black History.
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Grey Roots Histor!ca Fair
Apr 30, 2009 - Apr 30, 2009
Regional Histor!ca Fairs are community celebrations of history where students showcase their projects. It's like a Science Fair, but for history!
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