Cumberland Heritage Village Museum: Hop Into Spring

Spring has arrived, the Easter Bunny has been spotted at the museum, and we’re hosting a day of fun, family activities inspired by the season! Say hi to our furry and feathered visitors from the Heritage Livestock Club of Eastern Ontario. See how wool is transformed into thread with the Ottawa Valley Weavers and Spinners Guild. Help us craft some beautiful flower decorations to prepare the village for Easter, test your skills with the obstacle course, plant your own Morning Glory seeds, spot Farmer Joe’s lost lambs in a scavenger hunt, and more! *Advance registration is strongly encouraged. Walk-ins will only be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis, if capacity allows.

Saturday, April 8 from 10 am to 4 pm.
Cost: $25 per group (six people max per group; see “how to register” below).
Family-friendly (best suited for families with kids ages 10 and under).

How to register:
Register online at https://register.ottawa.ca/ by searching “Hop Into Spring” or by using the location search to filter for events at Cumberland Heritage Village Museum and select your preferred entry time.

Only one registration ($25) is required per group. Each group may include up to 6 participants; at least one adult per group must be present to accompany children. Registration should be completed by an adult (18+) who will be present on the day of the program. Children 5 years of age and under will not be counted toward the group maximum of 6 participants.

Registration is non-transferable and non-refundable. Please bring proof of registration (printed or saved to your mobile device) with you on the day of the program to facilitate the check-in process. In the event of extreme weather conditions or other circumstances which may disrupt or prevent the program from running as scheduled, all registered participants will be contacted by museum staff with more information regarding their options.

Notes:
– All reasonable attempts will be made to ensure any chocolate distributed as part of this program is nut free, however, we cannot guarantee a 100% nut free environment.
– This program will run rain or shine and will take place primarily outdoors on the museum grounds. Please check the forecast and dress for weather conditions, including proper footwear for wet grass, snow, or muddy grounds.
– The museum grounds include gravel pathways, grass, and uneven terrain. If you have event participation questions due to disability or have concerns regarding the accessibility of the event, please contact the museum by phone at 613-580-2988 or by email at museecumberlandmuseum@ottawa.ca. Additional information about accessibility can be found on the museum web page: Ottawa.ca/CumberlandMuseum.
– Please note that access to some buildings or exhibitions may be limited as we prepare the museum for our season opening in May and to reduce the impact of water, salt, and mud on these heritage spaces. Thank you for your understanding.