The Collingwood Museum invites the community to come together in remembrance and reflection this November.
Collingwood Museum Podcast
The Collingwood Museum’s Stories from Another Day original podcast with host Ken Maher honours November, the month of remembrance, with an episode sharing one soldier’s extraordinary experience during the Second World War. It serves as a powerful reminder that those who served were, for the most part, everyday sons and daughters, husbands and wives, and friends and neighbours who faced unimaginable circumstances with courage and resilience. Listen to the full story of Season 5, Episode 3, Operation Chuckle: A Soldier’s Story on Tuesday, November 4, on Spotify or your preferred podcast provider. You can also find a link to the podcast on the museum’s webpage.
Free Guided Grounds Tour
This Remembrance Day, join museum staff for a free 45-minute guided grounds tour on Tuesday, November 11, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Explore the museum grounds and discover the history of Collingwood’s Cenotaph, Honour Walls, and other memorial tributes that honour those who served. This outdoor tour will begin on the east side of the museum. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.
The Collingwood Legion’s Remembrance Day Service will follow at the Cenotaph at 11:00 a.m. After the service, step inside the museum to continue your journey through Collingwood’s history. The museum will be open until 1:00 p.m. on November 11.
Collectors Night at the Collingwood Legion
On Wednesday, November 19, join museum staff and Legion members from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for a Collectors Night at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 63, located at 490 Ontario Street. During this evening of discovery, visitors are invited to explore the historic displays in the Legion’s Military Museum and learn about the contributions of local men and women to Canada’s wartime efforts.
Visitors are encouraged to bring military memorabilia for a community show-and-tell. Legion members and reference materials will be on hand to help identify items and share histories. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.
For full details about the museum’s November offerings, please visit the museum’s webpage www.collingwood.ca/museum or contact Collingwood Museum staff at 705-445-4811 Ext. 7211.