Family Day Weekend Activities at Scarborough Museum

February 14, 2026

February 16, 2026

Free

Scarborough Museum, 1007 Brimley Rd, Scarborough

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Events Description

 
This Family Day Weekend, let your creativity shine with fun, engaging activities for all ages and warm, delicious treats. Enjoy the museum’s story corner, featuring books for all ages that celebrate Black lived experiences and stories.

Sample a scone fresh from the museum’s kitchen, featuring spreads from local Chef Christopher Loney – aka Honey Guru. Create something special during drop-in craft workshops by guest artists Jasmine Vanstone (Saturday) and Janet Hinkle (Monday).

On Family Day Monday, the team from Gibson House Museum will join in the fun with thaumatrope-making – an optical illusion toy that was the forerunner of the modern motion picture – alongside Leteni Kahawa, serving complimentary warm drinks (first come, first served for a total of 50 drinks).Join Scarborough Museum in celebrating Black History Month with activities that explore what it means to create space for one’s community, weaving together stories, food, art, and shared experiences.

Who is it for?
all-ages

FREE – Free
Drop-in spots for craft workshops with Jasmine Vanstone and Janet Hinkle will be first come, first-served on the day of the event.

WHEN & WHERE

Date & Time: Monday, February 17, 2025 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

February 14, 2026 at 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

February 15, 2026 at 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

February 16, 2026 at 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Pocket Keepsakes Craft w/ Jasmine Vanstone: Saturday, February 14th from 1pm – 3pm

Block Printing Craft w/ Janet Hinkle: Monday, February 16th from 12pm – 1:30pm

Thaumatrope-Making w/ Gibson House Museum: Monday, February 16th from 12pm – 3:30pm

Venue:

Scarborough Museum
1007 Brimley Rd, Scarborough, ON M1P 3E8, Canada

Free Parking
Public transport accessible

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