#HopeAndHealingCanada: An Installation by Tracey-Mae Chambers
Métis installation artist Tracey-Mae Chambers has recently completed installing Hope and Healing Canada at the Douglas Family Art Centre.
Come See Art Being Made! Live Painting with Rita Winkler
Come see art being made! Join exhibiting artist, Rita Winkler, for live painting at the Douglas Family Art Centre on June 18 and 22 from 1-2pm.
In the Studio: Making Tikinaagans with Ryan and Shannon Gustafson
Last month The Muse was honoured to host a two-day Tikinaagan Workshop at the Douglas Family Art Centre with the talented artist duo of Ryan and Shannon Gustafson.
Opening Reception & Book Signing for Rita Winkler: My Art, My World
We invite you to join us in celebrating the opening of Rita Winkler: My Art, My World at the Art Centre on June 16th from 4-6pm.
Enjoy Some “Art for Lunch” with these Upcoming Film Screenings
Enjoy some “Art for Lunch” with these upcoming FREE lunch-hour film screenings at the Douglas Family Art Centre!
Join us for the Closing Reception of Dakobinaawaswaan (Baby in a Cradleboard)
Join us in celebrating the closing of Dakobinaawaswaan (Baby in a Cradleboard) on Friday, June 3rd at the Lake of the Woods Museum.
Join us for National Canadian Film Day on April 20th, 2022!
April 20th is National Canadian Film Day! Join us at the Douglas Family Art Centre at 7pm for a screening of Angelique’s Isle.
Shop the Muse Book Pick: The Collectors
Nature lovers and collectors of all kinds will love this high-adventure quest story about two brave and clever girls who head into the forest in search of something extraordinary.
The Ballad of Sundin’s Scorpions
The Ballad of Sundin’s Scorpions The Muse NewsletterVol. 32 No. 1 – Winter 2022 by Braden Murray Ninety years ago a hockey team from the depression relief highway construction camps electrified local crowds with a mix of rough-and-tumble hockey and...
Ka-BOOOM!
This article tells the story of two historical boats on Lake of the Woods – one that ended with a bang, and one that started with a bang!
Keewatin and the Deconstruction of J.S. Woodsworth
J.S. Woodsworth was a politician, labour leader, and founder of the CCF. It was during his time in Keewatin when he began to wrestle with the ideas that would inform his work for the rest of his life.
The Why of the Town’s Name Change
There is a local legend that Kenora changed its name from Rat Portage because a flour company didn’t want the word “rat” on their flour bag. I’m not convinced that’s the case.
Itee Pootoogook: Hymns to the Silence Closes April 2nd!
The Muse is excited to have the exhibition Itee Pootoogook: Hymns to the Silence on display at the Douglas Family Art Centre until April 2.
Spring Break with the City of Kenora’s Community Services
To help you make the most of your Spring Break, the City Of Kenora’s Community Services have put together a schedule of fun activities!
Happy International Women’s Day!
Today is March 8th—International Women’s Day. Today we take a moment to think about and honour the women in our lives.
Join Our Team: Now Hiring 2022 Summer Students
The Muse is currently seeking students to work at both the Lake of the Woods Museum and Douglas Family Art Centre this summer.
55+ and Free: Delicious & Local! Indigenous Food Presentation by Theresa Jamieson
Theresa Jamieson shared her knowledge and cooking skills with us, leading a 55+ and Free programme on local Anishinaabe food traditions.
In the Studio: Mandala on a Plate with Kris Goold
Here are the results from another successful Mandala on a Plate workshop with the incredible Kris Goold of Fragile Glass Studio!
Happy Heritage Week! Enjoy FREE Admission to the Museum on Saturday
To celebrate Heritage week we are offering FREE admission for the Lake of the Woods Museum this Saturday, February 26th.
Two Weeks Left in the February Membership Promotion!
There are only two weeks left to take advantage of our February Membership Promotion! Learn how you can enter to win a $25 MUSE gift card.
A Closer Look: Itee Pootoogook, Untitled (Man with Hoodie and Sunglasses) (2012)
Take a closer look at Itee Pootoogook’s Untitled (Man with Hoodie and Sunglasses) with a quote from Meeka Walsh.
Showing Now! Itee Pootoogook: Hymns to the Silence
The Muse is excited to have the exhibition Itee Pootoogook: Hymns to the Silence on display at the Douglas Family Art Centre until April 2.
Reopening & February Membership Special
We’ve just opened! A new year of exhibitions, programming and special events lie ahead and we’d love you to be a part of them with us.
55+ and Free! Upcoming Programming for Seniors
If you are 55+ years, you are invited to join us for FREE cultural programming for seniors at The Muse from February to March 2022.