Recreation Guide - Winter 2026

Special Events

Talks and Workshops

The museum has lots of specialized programs for our Teen and Adult visitors throughout the year. For more information about programs, please contact the museum’s program coordinator, Kathleen Watkin at 519-842-2294 or e-mail kwatkin@tillsonburg.ca. Blooms in Wool: Flower Needle Felting Workshop February 11 Felt Animal Workshop: Woolly Wildlife Creations January 21

Mayor’s Levee January 11 Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Cost: By donation

A “Woolly” Family Day February 16 Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Cost: By donation

Wet Felting Coaster April 15 Time: 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM Cost: $50 Join us for a cozy, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the basics of wet felting to create a beautiful set of wool coasters. Inspired by natural textures and vibrant colours, this beginner - friendly session is perfect for anyone looking to explore traditional fiber arts in a fun and relaxed setting. All supplies provided. Pre-registration is required.

Come and join Mayor Deb Gilvesy and council celebrate the New Year. Light Refreshments will be served. Proudly organized by the Tillsonburg and District Historical Society.

Celebrate Family Day with a fun filled days of “woolly” adventures including making your own pompom animal, family games, a scavenger hunt and tours of the museum.

Time: 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM Cost: $25 (taxes included) Join us for a cozy and creative Felt Animal Workshop, where you’ll learn how to sculpt adorable animals out of wool felt. By the end of the session, you’ll have your own handmade felted friend to take home! All supplies provided. Pre-registration is required.

Time: 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM Cost: $50 (taxes included) Celebrate the beauty of nature with needle and wool in our Flower Felting Workshop! In this cozy, hands-on class, you’ll learn the art of needle felting while creating beautiful, felted flowers—perfect

30 Tillson Ave. Tillsonburg, ON N4G 2Z8 519.842.2294

for brooches, home décor, or handmade gifts. All supplies provided. Pre-registration is required.

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