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PROGRAMS
Summer
Children's Day Camps
Our children's summer day programs, such as Five Senses, Project Prehistoric, Off the Rails, and Artists of Agassiz, offer children an introduction to history that's immersive and exciting. Aimed at young kids to tweens, our summer day camp's are sure to provide an experience that young history lovers will never forget. From dinosaurs to trains, come experience all that the Agassiz-Harrison Museum has to offer.
Canada Day
July 1st
Join the Agassiz-Harrison Museum offsite in Pioneer Park for some fun and educational Canada Day activities!
5 Senses
July 8th
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Guessing games
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Bring-home paper crafts
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Snacks
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Educational chats
Get ready to explore the world around us with our program The Five Senses! This exciting children's program features hands-on guessing games, educational chats, and delicious snacks. Kids will dive into a fun-filled activity dedicated to each of the five senses, discovering amazing new facts along the way. Plus, everyone gets to bring home a paper craft to keep the learning going!
Running every Wednesday from June 10th - August 26th!
Each program includes a free snack.
Wonders of the Wild
July 15th
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Crafts
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Scavenger hunts
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Paper-based games
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Snacks
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Educational chats
Get ready to explore the beautiful wilderness surrounding Agassiz with our program Wonders of the Wild! This exciting adventure focuses on all the fascinating local critters and crawlers that share our backyard. Kids will dive into the natural world through a fun scavenger hunt, creative crafts, paper games, and delicious snacks!
Project Prehistoric
July 22nd
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Crafts
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Scavenger hunts
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Excavations
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Guessing games
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Snacks
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Educational chats
Step back in time at Project Prehistoric with the Agassiz-Harrison Museum! From ancient fossils hidden deep in the ground to the living "dinosaurs" all around us, children will discover the wonders of prehistoric life on Earth. The day is packed with thrilling activities, including a hands-on excavation, a scavenger hunt, guessing games, crafts, and tasty snacks.
Colours of Agassiz
August 5th
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Crafts
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Scavenger hunts
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Paper-based games
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Snacks
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Educational chats
Come on an adventure with Colours of Agassiz! This vibrant program invites children to explore our local community and find the beauty and wonder in every building, park, and sight around town. The fun-filled day includes an exciting scavenger hunt, paper games, creative crafts, and snacks.
Project Stars
August 12th
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Crafts
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Games
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Reading
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Snacks
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Educational chats
Blast off into the unknown with Project Stars! Kids will take a journey through the galaxy as they learn about brave astronauts, design their own unique planets, and discuss the mysteries of the universe. With a lineup of galactic crafts, games, books, and snacks, we ensure everyone will have an amazing time!
Artists of Agassiz
August 19th
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Crafts
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Art
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Snacks
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Educational chats
Unleash your inner creator at Artists of Agassiz! Children will embark on a historic journey through the world of arts and crafts, exploring everything from ancient basket weaving and pottery to modern digital arts. Alongside educational discussions and snacks, kids will get to try their hand at unique crafts.
Off the Rails
August 26th
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Crafts
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Boardgames
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Paper-based games
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Snacks
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Educational chats
All aboard for Off the Rails, taking place in our 140 year-old station! Trains have a rich history and have served crucial roles like travel and transporting goods for generations. Kids will dive into the fascinating world of locomotives through a fun day of board games, paper games, crafts, and snacks.
If you have any questions about our children's programs contact us at:
Manager@Agassizharrisonmuseum.org
604-796-3545
REMINISCE KITS:
On loan to take home, our Reminisce Kits with lesson sheets, quiz cards, and laminated photo cards provide a platform for discussion and learning about the past.
Wonder what it was like during the Fraser River flood, what farmers grew in the Harrison River Valley, or how transportation and everyday conveniences have changed?
Pick up one of our four themed kits to discuss with your class or group. Perfect for home schooling classes.