DCMA Education
Programs
NOW AVAILABLE:
FUN SUMMER WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS
Tuesday to Thursday in July and
August
1:00pm to 4:00pm
Cost: $20.00 per child / $15.00 per child for two or more
Suitable for ages 8 to 12
Participants are responsible for bringing their own water bottles and
wear clothing according to the weather of the day. Afternoon snack will
be provided. Pre-registration required. For more information please call
the DCMA 1.877.941.7787
An Afternoon of Games
July 20, 21 and 22, 2010
Come
join us for an afternoon of fun and laughter that will be filled with
playing nothing but games. We’ll be playing games that originated back
in the 18th century to present times, like Graces, walking on stilts and
Victorian Parlor games. We may even throw in a couple rounds of musical
chairs or Fireman. Do you know how to play Desert Island? Who knows, you
may even get wet in one of the relay races.
A
Victorian Afternoon
August 3, 4 and 5, 2010
The
afternoon will be filled with Victorian activities such as baking
cookies in a wood burning cook stove and dipping candles. We will also
play Victorian Parlor games and learn all about proper table manners
along with doing some light children’s chores. We do encourage those
that sign up for the Victorian Afternoon to dress as a Victorian child
would have dressed.
Music, Art & Dance "Open Space Creativity" with David Rankine
August 10, 11 and 12, 2010
Open
Space Creativity workshops focus on exploring inter-connected forms of
group and individual expression. Each workshop contains: group singing,
dancing, music making and art activities that develop attentive
listening and observational skills and that also focus on intentional
communication skills. It is a process-oriented workshop that avoids
expectation, thus opening a space to amazing group and individual works
of art. It is process that allows students to see themselves as artists,
dancers and musicians- capable of working together in a spontaneous way
to create complex multi-modality performances.
All New Education Programs for Dufferin County and Surrounding Areas!

Program Descriptions
Pioneers and Early Settlers:
This is a two hour program with in-depth discussions on daily life as a
pioneer and early settlers. We bring topics to light that you would not
normally be aware of. Just what did they wear? In fact your guide
herself will be in proper 1860’s attire. How did they cook? What
tools did they have? What did pioneers bring with them? You also get a
guided tour though an early log cabin. If you so choose we can
come to you with a traveling trunk show. This is a box filled with items
of what people would have brought with them from their home countries.
We will discuss why these items were selected and why they were so
important. With this road show each child will receive a free day pass
to Dufferin County Museum and Archives.
First Nations:
Ever wonder about the daily lives of the First Nations peoples of our
past? What did they wear? How did they cook? What did they eat? Can you
imagine life without blankets, matches, axes or cooking kettles?
Discover what life was like over 400 years ago through a new interactive
education program, delivered by professional interpreters/re-enactors on
the site of the Dufferin County Museum! Beginning with First Nations
peoples, the program also explores the Fur Trade and Voyageurs. The
importance of the Trade Bead is shared and participants will get to see
original Hudson Bay Beads along with many other authentic artifacts,
accoutrements and native beadwork. There's even an opportunity to try-on
period clothing to see what a Voyageur looked like and to learn how to
portage! This is the most requested and highly visual of all the
programs we offer. This program covers first nation and what their life
was like before the Europeans arrived. To help with visuals your guide
will be dressed in costume of a Chippewa. We will discuss in depth how
their lives changed by trading furs for manufactured items. See and
touch all types of furs along with brain tanned hides. This fascinating two-hour
program will engage participants of all ages and is adaptable to any age
group...or the First Nations program can come to your class or community room.
We are also pleased to offer a special one-hour "Roadshow" version of
the First Nations education program (see description above), delivered to your
class or group at your location! Available year-round.
General Information
Program Leader
DCMA Education Program Leader Ruthan Johnson, of Mono, has over 30 years
experience in re-enacting and, living history, portraying first nations
and fur trade. She has 14 years experience in historical interpretation
of Canadian pioneer life and food ways. She has written and implemented
an 1830’s Sugar Bush program at Bruce’s Mill for several years. Wearing
her carefully researched and reproduced costumes that she has
constructed herself. She teaches through hands on activities, crafts and
by celebrating oral traditions.
Curriculum
Program content can be adapted to meet Ontario Curriculum requirements
for Grades 3 to Grade 8.
Class Size
Maximum 1 class of 35 students.
Program Locations/Options
DCMA programs can be delivered on-site at the Museum facility, or a
special "Road Show" version can be delivered right in your classroom!
Program Duration & Start Times
On-site program is two hours in duration, with a choice of start times:
9:30 am or 12:30 pm. The maximum length of a "Road Show" program is one
hour. Call the DCMA to pre-arrange all education programs.
Program Fees
Pioneers and Early Settlers Program
On-site, in Museum: $200.00
Road Show: $150.00
First Nations
On-site, in Museum: $250.00
Road Show: $150.00
Special Bonus!
Participants in all "Road Shows" will receive a free day pass to
Dufferin County Museum and Archives!
Watch this page regularly for more programs being offered, and call us
to discuss your unique program requirements and ideas...custom programs
can be arranged.
Booking Information
To book an education program, and for
more information, contact:
Ruthan Johnson, Co-ordinator, Education
Programs
Dufferin County Museum and Archives
Post Office Box 120
Rosemont, Ontario
L0N 1R0
Toll Free 1.877.941.7787 or
705.435.1881
Extension 32
Fax: 705.435.9876
schoolprograms@dufferinmuseum.com
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