Brandon General Museum and Archives

10/15/2026

Today’s the day! Join us for Take Back the Night in Brandon tonight at 6 PM at Princess Park.

Take Back the Night is a global movement to raise awareness about sexual and gender-based violence and advocate for communities where everyone can feel safe.

For decades, communities have come together through marches, gatherings and advocacy to stand with survivors and speak out against violence.

In Brandon, Take Back the Night has been an important community tradition, bringing local organizations and community members together to raise awareness and show support for survivors.

Join us this evening as we take a stand against sexual and gender-based violence, support survivors and continue working toward a community where everyone has the right to feel safe, respected and supported. 💜

10/15/2026

"We can solve this puzzle, as well as your moving problems if you will phone or write"

Look what we came across while adding items to our Musetoba database: The Moving Puzzle!

This game was used to promote T.E. Elviss' furniture moving business, which was located on 10th street. Aside from moving furniture and pianos, he was also a fuel merchant throughout the 1920s and lived in Brandon until his death in 1934. Elviss Crescent was named after him.

10/15/2026

Loving all the suggested ways to support the Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum - especially supplying the staff with coffee and donuts! We wouldn't say no to that over here, btw...

Here are some ways to support the museum, one of Brandon’s big attractions and a true ‘hidden gem’! The Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum is unique, being the only museum in t…

10/14/2026

Our friends at Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. are hosting a Paint Night with w**e and cheese!

We still have tickets available! 🌅

Spend a relaxing evening creating a beautiful watercolour sunset! All painting supplies are included, along with w**e and cheese pairings for just $45 per ticket. A lovely addition to your home décor or a handmade gift for someone special!

📅 Friday, October 23rd from 6–9 PM
🎟️ Ages 18–100+ welcome!

Purchase your tickets online at https://brandons4s.ca/programs/events

10/10/2026

Winter is coming, and with it are new hours for those dark and cold months. We will be closed on Tuesdays until the end of March, but still open Wednesdays to Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm for visits and tours.

Thank you for understanding!

10/09/2026

10/07/2026

Yesterday we had the pleasure of attending the annual Westman Regional Museum Meeting! Always a fantastic time catching up with fellow museum professionals, sharing stories, and enjoying a horse carriage ride together.

Thank you to Charlene for organizing and to Prairie Mountain Regional Museum for hosting.

09/29/2026

Please note, we will be closed Sept 30 for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

If you are able, we hope you will join us for the Orange Shirt Day Walk starting at 11:45pm from the Riverbank. If you can't join the walk, tomorrow is a very full day with lots of events to attend:

9:00am-11:00am - Wrap the the Community Through Smudge, Sharing and Songs
11:00am - Dignitaries and Speeches
11:45am - Orange Shirt Day 7km Walk and Mini 1km Walk
3:00pm-5:00pm - Orange Shirt Day Free Lunch by the John Howard Society Transitional Housing Services
4:00pm-6:00pm - Healing by the River - Indigenous Traditions & Celebration at the Fusion Credit Union Stage
6:00pm-7:00pm - Jason Lepine & Band with Metis Jigging Demo at the Fusion Credit Union Stage

There will also be food trucks from 12:00pm-7:00pm and the Indigenous Market from 12:00pm-5:00pm.

09/25/2026

Here is the updated schedule for Truth and Reconciliation Week 2026

There are so many fantastic events happening outside of the Orange Shirt Day walk with lots of opportunities to learn and participate.

📣 UPDATED SCHEDULE! 📣

We’re excited to share the official updated schedule for Truth and Reconciliation Week 2026 in Brandon! 🧡

Join us September 28 – October 4 for a week of ceremonies, teachings, cultural activities, music, food, community events, and opportunities to come together in the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation.

📍 Riverbank Discovery Centre, 545 Conservation Drive
Unless otherwise noted.

🧡 Where Community Comes Together 🧡

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