Events

June 16 13:00 -

A Life of John Buchan Beyond the Thirty-Nine Steps HSO Afternoon Series

Join HSO, as award-winning British journalist/author Ursula Buchan recounts the remarkable life and legacy of her grandfather, John Buchan (Lord Tweedsmuir), war correspondent, journalist, prolific thriller writer, barrister, British Member of Parliament and Governor General of Canada.

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June 16 13:00 -

A life of Buchan Beyond the Thirty-Nine Steps

Join HSO as award-winning British journalist/author Ursula Buchan recounts the remarkable life and legacy of her grandfather, John Buchan (Lord Tweedsmuir), war correspondent, journalist, prolific thriller writer, barrister, British Member of Parliament and Governor General of Canada. Admission is free. All are welcome to attend.

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August 3 09:00 - 18:00

GROTTO: The Bill Staubi Collection

Grotto showcases a selection of artworks generously donated by Bill Staubi to the Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) in 2024. This exhibition pays homage to Staubi’s unwavering support for queer artists and his deep-rooted commitment to Ottawa’s vibrant contemporary art scene.

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April 12 09:00 - August 24 18:00

ᓄᐊᒥ ᐃᕐᕈᒥᐊᖅ | Normee Ekoomiak

Normee Ekoomiak (1948​–​2009) was an Inuk storyteller from Nunavik. Through his paintings, books and vibrant akinnamiutait (wall​-​hangings), he documented Inuit life, stories and traditions with joy and reverence. ​​Ekoomiak’s​ art bears witness to his knowledge and memories of the Inuit way of living​ that​ he cherished in Fort George, even when he later lived in Ottawa.

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May 24 - October 11

Findlay Foundry: Moulding Our Community – The Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum

On May 24 the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum will unveil their latest exhibition: “Findlay Foundry: Moulding our Community”. Visit to see The Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum’s large collection of Findlay woodstoves, electric stoves, cookware and “smalls”, and discover how the Findlay foundry and Findlay family influenced our community.

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