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7 ways to support the DMA for #givingtuesday

Tuesday, November 29th is #givingtuesday, an international day for generosity and philanthropy. Here are 7 ways to support your community museum today and every day!

Visit Us: We’re always up to something new at the DMA: art shows, community curator exhibits, or quarterly Feature Exhibitions. Support our work by visiting regularly!Become a Friend of the Museum: Did you know we have a membership program for Museum supporters? For just $35 annually ($20 for seniors/students)...
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MADE IN DUNDAS - HOLIDAY SPECIAL

Our popular Made in Dundas community family festival returns with our Holiday Special!

Enjoy crafts, activities, storytime & music with Andy Griffiths!

Mr. & Mrs. Claus will also be joining us for some holiday photos.

Saturday, December 3rd

10am-2pm

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Dundas Box: Holiday Edition

The Dundas Box is back!

With the 2022 Holiday Dundas Box, you’ll receive 6-7 items from Dundas vendors, who will be revealed leading up to the pick-up/delivery day Monday, December 19th (but the items will still be secret!).

A slightly smaller box comes at a slightly lower price point: only $65!

The Holiday Dundas Box makes a great gift, with all the items being non-food or shelf-stable so they’l...

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Weaving Workshops - Arts Dundas Weekend

Next weekend is the 36th Annual Arts Dundas Weekend, a celebration of visual and performing arts in the Valley.

The Dundas Museum and Archives is hosting not one but TWO workshops by local artist Emma Enright, whose exhibition “Road Maps” is currently on display in the Pirie House Education Centre.

In the morning from 10 am-12 pm, ages 12 & up can create their own woven piece while learning the basics in Weaving 101 ($50, tools & materials included)...
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MYSTERY AT THE MECHANICS INSTITUTE

Our popular Halloween Escape Room event is back! Grab some friends and try to solve the riddles, puzzles and more to solve the mystery and escape the Doctor’s Office.

Visit our Events page to learn more or to reserve your group’s timeslot!

(Friends of the Museum, check your email or contact us for your promo code)

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