In celebration of Mi’kmaw History Month, join us for a conversation with local Mi’kmaw Artist Barry Stevens. Barry will be visiting the museum’s Indigenous Gallery for an informal chat about Mi’kmaw Petroglyphs, including his artistic interpretations of those found at Kejimkujik National Park. One of Barry’s pieces is on display and part of the DesBrisay’s…
Join us for a workshop with artist, Janet Griffen and recreate a painting from the museum’s folk art collection! Saturday, October 18 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Free Event. All Supplies Provided. Registration Required. Space is Limited. To Register, contact Museum Staff at museum@bridgewater.ca or 902-543-4033.
The last Crafternoon of the month is here! Come join us Thursday, August 28th, from 2:00-3:30pm for a Hand Weaving Workshop!
Parents are welcome to stay and are encouraged to participate!
FREE, All supplies are provided, and drop-ins are welcome
UPDATE: Our show is at capacity for wall-hung pieces. We are still accepting free-standing 3D works.
Kid’s Crafternoons are back this August! Come join us this Friday, August 8th, from 3:00-4:30pm to create some Clay Creations!
Parents are welcome to stay and are encouraged to participate!
FREE, All supplies are provided, and drop-ins are welcome
Join the Town of Bridgewater’s Summer Recreation Staff and DesBrisay Staff for a fun afternoon of different art activities in our community room! Art Creation will be held Thursdays from July 10-August 21,1:30-3:00pm, this program is free, all ages welcome, and snacks will be provided! We look forward to seeing you!
Join Town of Bridgewater’s Recreation staff outside the DesBrisay Museum in the Woodland Gardens for beat the heat summer activities Wednesdays from July 9 – August 20 1pm-3pm! Free drop in & snacks, all ages welcome!
The Town of Bridgewater is currently seeking a Collections Coordinator for the DesBrisay Museum and Wile Carding Mill to join our Team in the Community Development Department. This role is responsible for the institution’s collection at DesBrisay Museum – both its development and maintenance, interpretation of the collection and assisting with exhibit design where needed….
The Town of Bridgewater is currently seeking a Guest Services Attendant for the DesBrisay Museum! This role Provides front-of-house services and supports the Friends of the DesBrisay Society (Friends) with gift shop operations. Provides basic interpretation of exhibits and collection to enrich patrons’ experience and education. The position also assists with basic collection management, and…
Saturday, June 28th 2pm Free Event Join us as we celebrate the official re-opening of The Wile Carding Mill Museum. We will be welcoming visitors this season for the first time since the museum sustained flood damage in July of 2023. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome to attend. Hope to see you there!
