June 23, 2024 – August 31, 2024 Summer Hours: Monday – Saturday 10 – 5; Thursday evenings until 7pm; Sunday 12 – 5 Fredericton Region Museum Summer Hours Step into summer at the Fredericton Region Museum’s grand opening for this season! ☀️ Dive into our latest exhibits co-curated with the New Brunswick Asian Heritage Society. 🌏 Plus, don’t miss ‘We Were Here: A Portrait of New Brunswick’s Black Community: 1850-1960,’ in collaboration with REACH (Remembering Each African Cemetery’s History in New Brunswick) and the UNB Art Centre. 🎨 Open Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, and Sunday, 12 pm to 5 pm. Let history come alive this summer! 🏛️
June 27 – August 29 Thursdays 5pm-7pm Curator-in-Residence Talks Step into history every Thursday from June 27th to August 29th! 📜 The Fredericton Region Museum is unlocking its doors with extended hours and half-priced admission fees from 5pm to 7pm during the Garrison Night Market evenings. But wait, there’s more! 🌟 Dive deeper into our fascinating exhibits with guided tours from 6pm to 7pm, each week spotlighting one of our 13 captivating displays. 🕰️ Stay tuned for updates on which tour awaits you each week. Don’t miss out on this unique journey through time! ⏳
June 28 – August 30 12-1 pm Picnic Concerts on the Balcony: “We’ll Meet Again” 🎶🏛️ Join us this Friday at noon for a fun musical performance on the balcony of the Fredericton Region Museum! Frantically Atlantic will be enchanting you with a vareity of musical tunes on the theme of  “We’ll Meet Again”.  Plus, as part of your museum visit, enjoy a picnic on the balcony (pre-ordering required – call the museum in advance at 506-455-6041)🌟

And the music doesn’t stop there! Keep the dates free for more musical Fridays at noon: July 12, 19, August 16, and 30. 🗓️ Let’s come together to enjoy a musical picnic on the balcony. Don’t miss out!
July 1 All Day Canada Day Celebrations Join the Fredericton Region Museum this Canada Day, July 1st, for a day filled with exploration and excitement! 🍁 From 10:00am to 5:00pm, its doors will be wide open for an unforgettable celebration. Dive into history with guided tours 🚶‍♂️, embark on thrilling scavenger hunts 🕵️‍♀️, and test your knowledge with Canada Day-themed trivia designed for all ages. It’s a day of family fun you won’t want to miss! 🎉
July 1 onward All Day and Evenings Black Heritage Walking Tour 🚶‍♀️📜 Exciting news! 📜🚶‍♂️

Embark on a journey through Fredericton’s rich Black history with the Fredericton Region Museum and REACH. 🌟 Introducing our brand-new virtual self-guided Black History Walking Tour, curated by historian Jennifer Dow. Available in English starting July 1st and in French on August!

But wait, there’s more! 🎉 Mark your calendars for an exclusive, in-person guided tour through downtown Fredericton this August and September. 🗓️ Starting from the Fredericton Region Museum, you’ll uncover hidden stories and untold histories starting August 10.
August Weekly Artists-in-Residence This August, stop by the museum and say hello to our Artists-in-Residence. 👋🎨
June 26 – August 28 Weekly – every Wednesday, 1 – 1:30 pm Picnic Concerts on the Balcony: “News From The Front, 1944”: Musical Entertainment with Frantically Atlantic Travel back in time to 1944, and experience “News from the Front”, with Frantically Atlantic.  Through the eyes and ears of radio, your broadcasting hosts will serenade you with music from the 1940s, interspersed with updates on our NB Regiments fighting in Italy.
July 5 – August 23 12-1 pm Picnic Concerts on the Balcony: MEKA String Quartet 🎻🏛️ Join us this Friday at noon for a special performance on the balcony of the Fredericton Region Museum! The MEKA Youth Quartet will be offering a heartfelt tribute to the Royal Canadian Regiment in Fredericton and their courageous call to duty in South Africa back in 1899.✨ Plus, as part of your museum visit, enjoy a picnic on the balcony (pre-ordering required – call the museum in advance at 506-455-6041)🌟

Don’t miss out on this moving series of performances, happening on July 5, 26, August 2, 9, and 23. 🗓️ Let’s honor our history together through music and reflection. See you there!
July 19 – 21 All Day Froggy Weekend 🐸🎉 Get ready for a ribbiting good time! 🎉🐸 Join us at the Fredericton Region Museum from July 19th to 21st for a fun-filled weekend celebrating Fredericton’s one and only Coleman Frog! 🌟 In honor of our local legend, we’ve lined up activities for kids, including face painting, a froggy quest, activity tables, and much more. 🎨🎶 All ages are welcome to hop in and join the fun! Don’t miss out!
August 1 – September 21 6:00 pm (english); 6:15 pm (french) – August 1

2:00 pm (english); 2:15 pm (french) –  August 10, 24, September 7 & 21

 Black Heritage Walking Tours /  Visites guidées du patrimoine Noir Teaming up with REACH (Remembering Each African Cemetery’s History in New Brunswick), the Fredericton Region Museum is excited to offer free evening tours that uncover the Black History of Downtown Fredericton. 🌆 Following the success of last year’s widely praised Black History Walking Tour of Fredericton, these new tours, led by historian Jennifer Dow, will delve into the captivating story of  Black business owners in Fredericton and their influential role in Fredericton society. Join the Museum team on Thursday, August 1st, at 6 p.m. for this enlightening experience. Additional tours will be provided every other Saturday thereafter at 2pm (August 10 and 24, as well as September 7 and 21). Contact the Museum for more information and to access the self-guided tours in both english and french! 🗓️ 🏛️👣
August Weekly Artists-in-Residence This August, stop by the museum and say hello to our Artists-in-Residence. 👋🎨
August 3 – 5

August 5

 All Day

New Brunswick Day Celebrations &

Emancipation Day Picnic

 🎉 Join us at the Fredericton Region Museum for New Brunswick Day celebrations, August 3 to 5! 🎈 Let’s celebrate the rich heritage and vibrant present of New Brunswick together. Dive into history with guided tours, embark on challenging scavenger hunts, and discover your own DYK (did you know) moments! 🕵️‍♀️📜 Don’t miss out on this exciting weekend! See you there! 🎊
August 8 6 – 8 pm “New Brunswick Goes to War” Exhibit Opening Mark your calendars for the grand opening of our latest exhibit at the Fredericton Region Museum – “New Brunswick Goes to War”! As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Gothic Line advance in Italy, and Fredericton’s connection to the brave New Brunswick soldiers who served both in Italy as well as at home. 🌟 Step into the shoes of our local heroes and immerse yourself in their experiences, stories, and sweethearts. 🎖️ Don’t miss this chance to honor their legacy and learn about our Fredericton’s rich wartime history. See you there!
August 24 – 25 All Day Stanton Freidman Days  Join us at the Fredericton Region Museum on August 24th and 25th to celebrate Stanton Friedman Day! 🛸 Explore our special Stanton Friedman Exhibit and engage with local historians and individuals who knew Stanton personally. Enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, including alien autopsy demonstrations 👽, face painting 🎨, captivating storytelling sessions 📖, and much more! It’s a day filled with fun and learning for all ages. 🎉
September 10 – 15 All Day Garfield Saunders Artwork: Honouring Harvest Jazz 2024 🎉 Get ready to groove to the rhythm of Harvest 2024! 🌾🎷 Dive into the vibrant world of the Harvest Jazz Festival with New Brunswick artist Garfield Saunder’s unique perspective from 2010. 🎨 As a graduate of NSCAD and former artist-in-residence at the Fredericton Region Museum, Garfield captures the essence of Jazz in Officers’ Square like no other! 🎶 Don’t miss out on this captivating journey through music and art. 🎵 🎨✨
September 29 All Day National Day for Truth and Reconciliation In a sincere spirit of Reconciliation, come to the museum to learn more about Wabanaki cultural history and take a moment to reflect upon Canada’s duty to reconcile with the past. 🌱🌟