Take a stroll along the Grand River and see artists create their masterpieces en plein air. (Rain date is June 19).
Strawberry Tartan Tea June 19 Music by Wayne Cheater and Jakki Annerino (guitar/vocals)
Mid-week Tartan Tea August 17 (no musician)
Bid on your favourite piece when the silent auction begins on September 16.
St. Swithin’s Day Mid-week Tartan Tea July 13 (no musician)
www.regionofwaterloo.ca/museums
519-624-8250 TTY: 519-575-4608 89 Grand Avenue South Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
May 15 – Flower Pot Wind Chimes June 25 – Faerie Houses July 16 and 17 – Gnomes and Faeries August 13 – Shimmering Chandeliers
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In support of The Friends of McDougall Cottage’s Musician-inResidence program.
Artists: Get your paint brushes ready! Entry forms on our website.
Special Events and Exhibits
Piping Down the Sun
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Sundays in July and August from 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Kitchen Ceilidhs All are welcome to join us for a casual evening of traditional music, song and Scottish hospitality. Admission is by cash donation. 7 to 9 p.m.
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One special day each month, we invite children (ages 3 and up) to create a fun seasonal or Scottish inspired craft. Drop in anytime between 1 and 4 p.m. $3 per child, adults, no charge.
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Harvest Time Tartan Tea August 28 Music by Barry Cull and friends (guitar/vocals)
Kids in Kilts Craft Days
Spring/ Summer 2016
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Traditional Tartan Tea July 24 Music by Ed Koenig (guitar/mandolin)
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Mother’s Day Tartan Tea May 8, 1 and 3 p.m. Music by Geoff Lewis (guitar/vocals)
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Sunday, June 12, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Enjoy a traditional tea with sandwiches, sweets and more! $15 per person plus HST. Please call ahead to reserve. Teas begin at 2 p.m. (unless otherwise noted).
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May 5 – Wayne Cheater (guitar/vocals) June 2 – Bob MacLean (Celtic guitar) July 7 – Diane Kennedy (guitar/vocals) August 4 – Angus Sutherland (guitar/vocals)
Experience the ancient Celtic tradition of bidding the sun oidhche mhath (goodnight). By donation to the Piper. July 3 and August 28 – Piper in the Burg July 10, 17 and 24, August 21 – Jim MacPherson July 31, August 7 and 14 – Angus Sutherland
2016 Musicians-in-Residence
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The award-winning trio brings an innovative take to traditional music. Visit online for upcoming performances.
Admission By cash donation unless otherwise noted. Museum members receive a 10 per cent discount on Tartan Teas, walking tours and workshops. Gift certificates available.
Traditional May Day Merriment May 15, Drop in from 1:30 to 4 p.m.
Walking Tour: McDougall’s Neighbourhood and Downtown Galt June 26, 2 to 4 p.m. Pre-register for $10 plus HST.
Walking Tour: Gardens in Galt June 16, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pre-register for $10 plus HST.
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Talk: All About Meditation with Tammy-Jo Hiemstra May 18, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Pre-register for $5 plus HST.
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Workshop: Seed Saving with Bob Wildfong June 29, 7 p.m. Pre-register for $10 plus HST.
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Talk: The Flood of 1974 – Where were you? May 26, 7 p.m. Pre-register for $5 plus HST.
Canada Day Celebrations July 1, noon to 5 p.m. FREE Walking Tour: Galt’s East Hill July 14, 9 to 11 a.m. Pre-register for $10 plus HST.
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Wee Quilt Artist’s Reception May 25, 4 to 6 p.m.
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Workshop: Plein Air Watercolours with Eileen MacArthur May 29, 1 to 4 p.m. Pre-register for $25 plus HST.
PD Day Activities – Theme: Rolling Stones June 3, Drop in from 1 to 4 p.m. $5 per child, adults no charge. Workshop: Faerie House Making for Adults June 5, 1 to 4 p.m. Pre-register for $25 plus HST.
Faeries, Brownies and Changelings: Scottish Folklore and Legends On exhibit July 16 to September 11
Exhibit Opening Weekend July 16 and 17, 1 to 4 p.m.
Marvel at our Faerie House entries on display. With games and crafts for the kids. Music on Saturday by The Fair Wind, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
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Concert: “Traditions and History of Celtic Music from Ireland, Scotland and Canada” presented by McDougall’s 2016 Musicians-in-Residence, NUA May 19, 7 to 9 p.m. By donation to McDougall’s Musician-in-Residence program.
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Summer hours Wednesday to Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
Talk: Introduction to Dreams with Natascha Steckel June 8, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Pre-register for $5 plus HST.
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The Cottage serves as an interpretation centre, hosting a variety of special events that celebrate the area’s Scottish heritage. Regular events include monthly Ceilidhs, Tartan Teas and Kids in Kilts afternoons.
Talk: “Celebrating Galt’s 200 th: Milestones and Memories in the Stone City” with the Waterloo Historical Society May 14, 1:30 p.m. Talk takes place at St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School. No charge.
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McDougall Cottage, an 1858 granite and limestone labourer’s house, is located in downtown Cambridge in the historic factory district. Home for more than a century to two families of hardworking Scots, the McDougalls and the Bairds, this charming cottage with its pocket-sized gardens, boasts some of the most spectacular hand-painted friezes and trompe l’oeil ceilings Ontario has to offer.
Visit our website for more details or call 519-624-8250. Regular business hours apply unless noted.
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Special events
Talk: The Healing Power of Reiki with Candace Hawkshaw July 20, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Pre-register for $5, plus HST. Talk: Tales of the Fair Folk: Fairies in Celtic Lore and Life with Joanna Rickert Hall July 27, 7 p.m., Pre-register for $5 plus HST. Concert: McDougall’s Annual preview of the Mill Race Festival of Traditional Folk Music with Cupola:Ward July 28, 7 to 9 p.m. Admission by donation to the musicians.
St. Swithin’s Day contest “St. Swithin’s day if thou dost rain, For forty days it will remain, St. Swithin’s day if thou be fair, For forty days ‘twill rain nae mair”. Correctly guess the number of days of rain the Cottage will get between July 15 and August 23 and you’ll win a wee prize. It’s fun and free. Stop by to enter.
Faerie House Building Challenge We challenge you to build your unique Faerie House All houses on display July 16 and 17, 1 to 4 p.m. Entry forms available on our website, under “Exhibits”.
the Myth and Majesty of Scotland the Myth On exhibit until July 3 and Majesty Come see these miniature masterpieces created gifted quilt artists from near ofbyScotland and far. Cast a vote for your favourite!