Museum of Ontario Archaeology

Museum of Ontario Archaeology History in your hands. The Museum's on-site and online galleries display a collection of Ontario’s archaeological discoveries.

The Museum of Ontario Archaeology features a museum, park grounds, and the Lawson archaeological site - an ancient Indigenous village settlement dating to ca 1500 AD. The Museum offers educational programs, events and day camps that all contribute to the Museum's aim of encouraging visitors to learn about archaeology and the many peoples and cultures that have shaped the rich heritage of Ontario and Canada.

On June 13th, the community came together to celebrate the Medway Valley 🌳This year’s festival embraced the theme “Roote...
06/18/2026

On June 13th, the community came together to celebrate the Medway Valley 🌳

This year’s festival embraced the theme “Rooted in History: Celebrating Our Community, Forest & River.”

We welcomed over 400 visitors to the museum for an immersive day of cultural & environmental programming, where they learned about the land and its cultural heritage. From pollinators to pottery, and living history to wildlife conservation, the festival mixed science and culture with plenty of hands-on experiences!

We're grateful for our partners who helped make this festival possible! Thank you to our co-host Upper Thames River Conservation Authority. To all our wonderful community partners, the performers, supporters, volunteers, and vendors- thank you for helping make the event such a success!

A special thank you to Domino's Pizza for their donation of pizza for our volunteers & to Robert & Tracey's No Frills for the donation of a gift card!

Stay tuned for more pictures from the event 📸

Did you have a favourite part of the event? Tag us in your photos, we'd love to see them!

Tomorrow is the big day 🎉Are you planning on joining us between 10 AM to 3 PM for a day of immersive cultural and enviro...
06/12/2026

Tomorrow is the big day 🎉

Are you planning on joining us between 10 AM to 3 PM for a day of immersive cultural and environmental programming, celebrating the Medway Valley?

Don't miss out on the Medway Heritage Festival, a festival focused on biodiversity, conservation, and cultural heritage!

This year's festival features:
🌱Hands-on environmental activities to promote environmental stewardship
🌱Indigenous cultural performances
🌱A birds or prey presentation by the Canadian Raptor Conservancy
🌱Traditional clay firing demonstrations by Clayworx
🌱Elder teachings and cultural knowledge sharing
🌱Guided hikes in the Medway Valley Heritage Forest led by the Chippewa’s of Thames Lands Guardians
🌱A vibrant vendor market with local makers and businesses
🌱And so much more!

There are only a few hours left to pre-register your group to save on admission: https://archaeologymuseum.ca/event/medway-heritage-festival-2026/

Medway Heritage Festival
🗓️ June 13th | ⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM
🎟️General Admission at the door!

This event is supported by the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation. The Museum of Ontario Archaeology is for this support to help expand environmental education and community participation.

This Thursday, we're taking little trip down memory lane 🌳Over 400 people came out to celebrate the Medway Valley at las...
06/11/2026

This Thursday, we're taking little trip down memory lane 🌳

Over 400 people came out to celebrate the Medway Valley at last year's Medway Heritage Festival! It was a beautiful day celebrating the cultural and natural heritage of the area.

Visitors enjoyed a birds of prey show, guided walks, Indigenous storytelling, demonstrations, hands-on activities, and shopped local businesses and makers!

Looking back on these photos is getting us very excited for this year's Medway Heritage Festival, taking place on Saturday! Don't miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in a variety of cultural and natural experiences.

Have you pre-registered for the event yet? It's not too late to do so! Save $5 on group admission: https://archaeologymuseum.ca/event/medway-heritage-festival-2026/

Medway Heritage Festival
🗓️ June 13th | ⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM
🎟️General Admission at the door!

The Medway Valley provides habitat and food for many species of wildlife, especially birds! 🐦🦆Pictured, are just some of...
06/11/2026

The Medway Valley provides habitat and food for many species of wildlife, especially birds! 🐦🦆

Pictured, are just some of the birds that call the Medway their home.*

Did you know? There will be live bird demos with the Canadian Raptor Conservancy at the Medway Heritage Festival ! 🦅

Pre-Register your group before June 12th to save $5 on group admission: https://archaeologymuseum.ca/event/medway-heritage-festival-2026/

Don't miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in cultural and environmental programming!

Medway Heritage Festival
🗓️ June 13th | ⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM
🎟️General Admission at the door!

*The images used are representative of the birds and are not true to life.

To help you plan your visit during the Medway Heritage Festival here is a schedule of the days' events!10 AM – 12 PM - C...
06/10/2026

To help you plan your visit during the Medway Heritage Festival here is a schedule of the days' events!

10 AM – 12 PM - Clayworx: Ceramic Arts Learning Centre Pit Firing Pottery Workshop
10 AM – 11 AM - Biinagaami Map & Storytelling with Elder Mary Lou Smoke
11 AM – 12 PM - Birds of Prey Show with Canadian Raptor Conservancy
12 PM – 1 PM - Oneida Singers (drumming, singing, dancing)
1 PM – 2PM - Birds of Prey Show with Canadian Raptor Conservancy
2:00 PM - Chippewa’s of Thames Lands Guardians Medway Walk & Talk
2:30 PM - Beekeeping Demonstration with LOLA Bees

All day activities include: Benthic Tank with the UTRCA, vendor market, community booths & local organizations, face painting by H3ELP, living history demos, seed ball making, sunflower craft, photobooth and much more!

Save on admission to the festival by pre-registering your group by June 12th! https://archaeologymuseum.ca/event/medway-heritage-festival-2026/

Medway Heritage Festival
🗓️ June 13th | ⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM
🎟️General Admission at the door!

*Times of demonstrations & activities are subject to change

The Medway Heritage Festival takes place this Saturday, June 13th! As part of the days festivities, the museum is excite...
06/08/2026

The Medway Heritage Festival takes place this Saturday, June 13th!

As part of the days festivities, the museum is excited to welcome a variety of food vendors, artists, and community organizations to help us celebrate our community, forest, and river!

These local vendors have something special for everyone. Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind gift or a charming addition to your own collection, some delicious food, or information about local organizations & resources, you’ll find it here!

Have you pre-registered for the event yet? Pre-Register before June 12th to save $5 on group admission: https://archaeologymuseum.ca/event/medway-heritage-festival-2026/

Medway Heritage Festival
🗓️ June 13th | ⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM

🎟️General Admission at the door!

The Countdown Is On ⏰The Medway Heritage Festival is a week away!Are you ready to uncover the layers of our local histor...
06/06/2026

The Countdown Is On ⏰

The Medway Heritage Festival is a week away!

Are you ready to uncover the layers of our local history and environment?

Immerse yourself and your family in a day of cultural and natural experiences featuring Indigenous cultural performances, hands-on environmental activities to promote environmental stewardship, birds of prey show; demonstrations, a vibrant vendor market with local makers, and so much more!

There is still time to pre-register your group to save $5 on admission: https://archaeologymuseum.ca/event/medway-heritage-festival-2026/

🎟️General Admission at the door

This event is supported by the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation. The Museum of Ontario Archaeology is for this support to help expand environmental education and community participation.

Did you know? June is Seniors Month in Ontario and we're celebrating Lifelong Learner's all month long!This year's them...
06/05/2026

Did you know? June is Seniors Month in Ontario and we're celebrating Lifelong Learner's all month long!

This year's theme, "Ontario Seniors- Let's Get Moving" promotes wellness, social engagement, and education for seniors and older adults!

Last year, we launched Lifelong Learners, a new adult education series at the MOA designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and connection.

By joining, Lifelong Learner participants embark on a journey of continuous discovery, enhancing their knowledge and appreciation of the rich archaeological history of Ontario.

From hands-on workshops to on-site visits, we’ve been putting history in the hands of lifelong learners and inspiring them to discover, learn, and create!

📅Don't miss out on some upcoming events for Lifelong Learners at the MOA
🌳Medway Heritage Festival on June 13th
🥾 Medway by Moonlight: Firefly Walk on June 23rd
🌱Cyanotype Print Workshop (details coming soon!)

Indigenous Peoples have been a part of Medway Valley for thousands of years.The area where the Museum of Ontario Archaeo...
06/04/2026

Indigenous Peoples have been a part of Medway Valley for thousands of years.
The area where the Museum of Ontario Archaeology now stands is the site of a 500-year-old village, once home to over 1000 Indigenous farmers. Their knowledge and stewardship shaped this place long before the arrival of settlers.

In the 18th and 19th centuries, Europeans settled in the region. By the mid-20th century, parts of the valley were no longer being used and began to return to a more natural state.

Today, the valley is recognized as an Environmental Significant Area (ESA) — but it remains part of a living cultural landscape.

Next time you walk the trails, take a moment to reflect on the generations who have known, cared for, and walked this land before you.

Learn more about the valley’s rich history and heritage at the Medway Heritage Festival 🌿
🗓️ June 13th | ⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM

Pre-Register before June 12th to save $5 on group admission at https://archaeologymuseum.ca/event/medway-heritage-festival-2026/

🎟️General Admission at the door!

Summer is almost here! ☀️ Are you ready to celebrate the Medway Valley?The June 2026 edition of our newsletter, the Pali...
06/03/2026

Summer is almost here! ☀️ Are you ready to celebrate the Medway Valley?

The June 2026 edition of our newsletter, the Palisade Post, is now available!

🌳The Medway Heritage Festival returns on June 13th, 2026! Uncover the layers of our local history and environment through a day of immersive cultural and natural experiences. Pre-register your group by June 12th and save $5 on admission!
⌛ Spots are filling up fast for our Summer Day Camps! This summer, the Museum of Ontario Archaeology invites campers to step into the field and connect with 13,000+ years of history. Learn more and register today.
📣 The 30th Indigenous Solidarity Day takes place on June 19th at Victoria Park! Stop by our booth for a little bit of "edu-tainment"!
🥾 Medway by Moonlight: Firefly Walk takes place on June 23rd! Join us for an evening hike with our friends from UTRCA, followed by campfire treats and a glow in the dark craft.
📣 And much more!

Read the newsletter now: https://conta.cc/4wZNTH3

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