The King Heritage & Cultural Centre offers a number of arts and heritage based programs for all ages through out the year. See below for our current list of offerings and check back as new programs are announced. You can also visit our events calendar for a full schedule of our activities.
Kids
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Welcome to a magical world where imagination comes to life! In partnership with the King Theatre Company, our Introduction to Theatre Workshop for Kids invites young dreamers to step into a realm of creativity and expression, as they embark on a journey through the timeless fairytale stories.
Participants will explore the enchanting characters and vibrant settings that make fairytales beloved by all ages; while, igniting creativity, building confidence, teaching theatre basics, and promoting teamwork as they work together to create their own fairytale scenes.
All materials, including costumes and props, will be provided.
Please note that lunch and snacks are not included.
Ages 7-10.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to register early to secure your child's spot in this enchanting adventure. Join us for a wondrous journey into the world of fairytales, where every child can be a star in their own story!
Register HERE.
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Starting October 2, the KHCC museum is ready to make some music: and your toddler is invited! Keep to the beat and develop your toddler’s motor and language skills, social skills, and imagination through rhythm, music, and dance!
Every Wednesday, 10AM-10:45AM.
Drop-in program. Pre-registration not required. $7/child (taxes included).
Ages 1-3. This is a caregiver participating class.
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The KHCC is hosting "Knights in the Classroom" to facilitate Fencing 101 in our historic Laskay Hall for beginners of all ages looking to get into the sport. Guided by an experienced fencer and certified coach, participants are given the opportunity to develop their technique over this 4-week course to either try this sport or pursue next levels. Fencing-grade equipment will be provided.
Fencing-grade equipment will be provided including: jackets, gloves, masks, swords and chest protectors are provided and sterilized between uses. Long pants and indoor athletic shoes are required.
Class Schedule: Sept. 25, Oct. 2, Oct. 9, & Oct. 16, 2024 from 6:30PM-7:30PM
Location: King Heritage & Cultural Centre - Laskay Hall
Ages: 10+ (Teens, Adults, Seniors, & Families included!)
Cost: $180.00+HST Residents, $200.00+HST Non-Residents. Pre-Registration Required.
Pre-Register HERE.
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Join the fun every Saturday at the Kids' Create Art Club to explore the KHCC with a twist: with art as your lens! Every week will feature a different artistic technique, style, or theme, all with the intention of cultivating your child's creative side and motor skills.
Drop-in anytime during 10AM-11AM every Saturday. New activities each week. Suitable for ages 5-12. $7+HST/participation. *Includes Free Admission to the Museum
Summer camp is returning to the KHCC in 2024 with THREE all new heritage & culture themed camps. Registration opens March 1 at king.ca/camps. More details to come.
Adults & Seniors
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Sign up for in-class Life Drawing instruction, facilitated by award-winning artist Giovannina Colalillo; who, will instruct you in specific drawing techniques to capture gesture movements, shading, perspective, body proportions, as well as skeletal and muscular structure with reference to professional live art models.
This course is every Tuesday, from 1PM-4PM, for a total of 8 weeks: starting Tuesday, October 8, 2024 and ending on Tuesday November 26, 2024.
All Levels Welcome! Ages 18+.
Cost: $250+HST for Residents, $275+HST for Non-Residents.
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The KHCC is hosting "Knights in the Classroom" to facilitate Fencing 101 in our historic Laskay Hall for beginners of all ages looking to get into the sport. Guided by an experienced fencer and certified coach, participants are given the opportunity to develop their technique over this 4-week course to either try this sport or pursue next levels. Fencing-grade equipment will be provided.
Fencing-grade equipment will be provided including: jackets, gloves, masks, swords and chest protectors are provided and sterilized between uses. Long pants and indoor athletic shoes are required.
Class Schedule: Sept. 25, Oct. 2, Oct. 9, & Oct. 16, 2024 from 6:30PM-7:30PM
Location: King Heritage & Cultural Centre - Laskay Hall
Ages: 10+ (Teens, Adults, Seniors, & Families included!)
Cost: $180.00+HST Residents, $200.00+HST Non-Residents. Pre-Registration Required.
Pre-Register HERE.
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Learn the art of Métis Beading with Métis artist, Kathy Morgan; as, she shares the art and stories passed down through her family over many generations. Design a beaded poppy in commemoration of Remembrance Day and Indigenous Veterans Day; or, a beaded flower of choice.
Kathy is a proud member of the Métis Nation of Ontario, renowned for their distinguished beadwork, most often incorporating floral patterns. She was initially taught beadwork by her Métis grandmother; and, continues to share her knowledge as a Métis Cultural Presenter and beadwork instructor.
Location: King Heritage & Cultural Centre
Date & Time: 1PM-4PM on November 2, 2024
Cost: $90.00 (Full Kits for New Participants), $75.00 (Half Kits for Returning Participants *please bring your kits with you)
Register HERE.
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Join us bi-weekly, starting on Tuesday, February 6th, to dive head first into all things stitched, handcrafted, and rich in fibre! Bring your project with you: knitting, crochet, rug hooking, felting, quilting, cross-stitch, hand sewing, or any fibre craft you're working on or would like to start. Chat with fellow hobbyists to learn the tips and tricks of their trade; or, participate in our Fibre Library to donate any unused fibre you might have lying around or adopt a new one for your next project!
FREE. Ages 16+. Send us an email at kingmuseum.ca to let us know you're dropping by and/or drop-in last minute from 10:00AM-11:30AM.
Upcoming Dates: July 23, Aug 6, 20, Sept 3, 17, Oct 1, 15, 29, Nov 12, 26, Dec 10
In partnership with the King Township Public Library. The last Thursday of each month we meet at the King City branch to discuss a new spice, including the history, culture and of course, how to cook with it! Learn More
Group Tours
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Join us on our tour "Community is King!" this summer to explore the historic buildings, people, and stories that shaped King Township - and continue to make its community key, or rather, King! This interactive tour will invite you to handle artifacts and investigate technologies from our museum collection, step in the shoes of a Kinghorn S.S. #23 student, and dive into historic fashion and dance culture - and if daring, learn a few dance moves!
Whether you are a new visitor or a returning King resident, there is always something new to discover at the KHCC as we continue to evolve.
Details:
Tour is included with General Admission ($5.00/person, taxes included).Call us at (905) 833-2331 to pre-book a tour or schedule during a walk-in visit (*Note: walk-in tours are subject to availability. Large groups are encouraged to pre-book to best cater to your group's needs).
Available year-round.
History at Home Video Programs
The KHCC has a number of online programs that can be done at any time. Learn new skills from the comfort and safety of your home below.
Make your own berry ink! Don't you hate it when your pen runs out of ink? Using only berries, vinegar and a pot you can make it yourself.
Power a light bulb using a lemon! Be sure to have a parent help you with this one - it's a bit tricky!
Looking to start researching your family tree? Let us start you off with some tips, tricks and resources available online and right here at the KHCC.
Looking for a high calorie snack? Pemmican was made by the Indigenous People of North America and taught to the early explorers to give them a high energy food source to keep them going through the long Canadian winters.
The King Heritage & Cultural Centre acknowledges that we are on the traditional territories of the Wendat, the Haudenosaunee and the Anishinaabe peoples, whose presence here continues to this day. We also would like to acknowledge that these are the treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit and to thank them and other Indigenous peoples for sharing this land with us.
Looking to start your own vegetable garden? With the warmer weather coming our way, it's time to start thinking about more outdoor activities! Learn how to start your very own garden with this simple how to guide.
Learn about the ancient art of Shadow Puppets! Put on a performance using only items found at home.
Learn how to create all natural dyes from everyday ingredients, just like the early settlers of Canada. Create a rainbow of colours from nuts, berries and leaves and try dyeing your own materials.
