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First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum

June 7, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A photograph on a red background of two adults and three children sitting and standing together around a table with inlaid display cases. Two of the children listen to audio features expanding on the exhibit. Text reads, "First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum".

The Manitoba Museum is excited to partner with Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries to present our First Fridays programming! Join us on the First Friday of every month from 4 pm to 9 pm for free general admission to our three core attractions – the Museum Galleries, Planetarium, and Science Gallery. No ticket is required for First Friday programming unless otherwise specified.

Proudly supported by:

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Check back monthly for upcoming special programming!

Friday, February 7:

Celebrate Black History!

Alloway Hall – 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm

A Black woman wearing a flat-topped hat with a blue and purple woven design around the bottom, stands behind a booth with vintage photographs of Black individuals. She is in discussion with a visitor at the table.We are excited to be partnering with Black History Manitoba to celebrate Black History! We will be joined by Black-owned businesses, Black-led organizations, and other supporters of Black History Manitoba for a FREE evening of entertainment with food for purchase, a marketplace, and pop-up booths. 

Black History Manitoba logo.

 

 

 

 

Manidoo Miinniigooizowin, A Gift from the Creator

Discovery Room & Welcome Gallery – 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm

promo image for exhibit 'Manidoo Miiniigooizowin: A Gift from the Creator'. On a red background to the left, below a large "25" with floral patterning, is the title of the exhibit and text reading "Southern Chiefs' Organization 25th Anniversary Exhibit", followed by the Southern Chiefs' Organization and Manitoba Museum logos. On the right is a moccasin boot with floral beading on the upper foot and around the top cuff.

Featuring objects representing the 34 Southern Chiefs’ Organization member Nations, this exhibition is a celebration of the past, present, and future. The objects on display exemplify the beauty and resilience of the Anishinaabe and Dakota peoples and celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization.

 

 

 

 

 

Button Making with Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries 

Welcome Gallery – 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm

A button with a design featuring the shape of Manitoba and text reading "Celebrate Black History" above the Museum logo. The design is coloured in with pencil crayon.Come colour and create your own Manitoba Museum button to take home!  

Head over to the Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries table to check out the possibilities. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guest Scientists: Living Laboratory 

Earth History Gallery – 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm 

A student researcher going through a study activity with a child in the Explore Science Zone.Have you ever wondered how children’s minds work? Visit University of Manitoba researchers at their Living Laboratory in the Earth History Gallery. The Living Laboratory is an educational research experience where visitors of all ages can learn about the development of the human mind by participating in fun hands-on research studies and games.

 

 

 

 

 

Hands-on Fun in the Science Gallery

Science Gallery, 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm

A child placing colourful pegs into the slots of a giant Lite Bright set embedded in a wall.Test the universal laws of science and explore the wonders of technology and illusion in the Science Gallery. Learn about yourself and the world around you through entertaining hands-on activities where you become the scientist. Check out fan favourites such as the Matrix (mirror room), the pulley chairs, and the racetrack! 

 

 

 

 

 

Planetarium

Planetarium, 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm

The exterior of the Planetarium dome in front of a starry night sky.

Sky Stories – Discover the stories in the stars: constellations, planets, and more!

Shows run every half hour beginning at 4:30 pm. Last show at 8:30 pm.

Details

Date:
June 7, 2024
Time:
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Series:
First Fridays @ the Manitoba Museum
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