Heritage Regina

Summer Walking Tour - Regina Cemetery Tour - 4th Ave and Broad Street
2018-06-29 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Sas
Meet Kenton de Jong at the cemetery entrance at 6:00pm. This tour visits the graves of Regina’s politicians, police officers and soliders, along with victims of the Regina Cyclone, Regina Riot and Spanish Influenza. We will be concluding the tour in the Beth Jacob’s Jewish Cemetery, so we ask visitors to bring a scarf or head covering.
This tour will be occurring June 29, July 27, August 31 and September 28, 2018.
All Heritage Regina walks begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The tours are free, with a suggested donation of $10.

National Indigenous People's Day
2018-06-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Government House is pleased to invite you to celebrate National Indigenous People’s Day.
Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 10:30 a.m.
Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina
A traditional blessing and dance performance will be held for the public at 10:30 a.m. on the Ceremonial Circle.

2018 Lieutenant Governor Heritage Awards
2018-06-13 17:00 - 20:30 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Event Information
Location of event:
Government House, 4607 Dewdney Avenue, Regina
– Awards Ceremony: Sir Richard Lake Hall
– Reception: Henry Newlands Ballroom
Greetings Required: No
Send Biography / Photo: No
Public Address System: Yes
Dress: Business Attire
Other Guests to be aware of:
The Honourable W. Tomas Molloy,
Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan
Timeframe & Event Program:
5:00 p.m.
Registration
Plan to arrive at 5 pm, or shortly thereafter.

5:30 pm
The program begins with the Vice Regal Salute
The Awards presentations will take place for approximately one hour.
When the presentations are over, at about 6:30 pm, the event moves
to the Ballroom where the reception takes place
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm:
Reception
You are encouraged to stay for the reception; however, you are free
to leave at any time following the formal part of the program and/or
anytime during the reception.
RSVP required: By twelve noon, June 8th, 2018
Seating: Reserved seating will be provided
Seating Style: Theatre seating
Head Table: No
Other Head Table Guests: No / not applicable
Parking: Parking is available in the Government House parking lot,
adjacent to the property; just off of Dewdney Avenue.
Number of Guests Invited: 150
Media Invited: Yes
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Victorian Teas - June 3rd
2018-06-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Since 1991, Victorian teas are a long-held tradition at Government House. Hosted by the Government House Historical Society in the Henry Newlands Ballroom, they offer a unique setting for this time-honoured tradition. For tea dates and to make reservations, please visit the Government House Historical Society. Tea times are at 1 PM and 2:30 PM.
Did you know? 50-60 volunteers are needed to run the tea, and they serve over 2500 people per year, 180 slices of bread have the crust removed per tea or 1620 per year go into sandwiches and 350 napkins are folded each tea weekend or 3500 per year.
The Government House Historical Society makes this a must attend event.
For information please visit their website or to make reservations please leave a message for the Government House Historical Society at 639-571-7123.
Note that we are unable to provide special diet requests. This includes vegan and gluten free choices.
Upcoming Teas for 2018 are:
March 3 & 4
April 7 & 8
May 5 & 6
June 2 & 3
July 7 & 8
August 11 & 12
September 8 & 9
October 13 & 14
November 3 & 4
December 1 & 2

Victorian Teas - June 2nd
2018-06-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Glimpsing the past: Saskatchewan Indigenous photo repatriation
2018-05-30 13:30 - 16:30 | First Nations University of Canada, First Nations Way, Regina, sas, S4S 7K2, Canada
This event highlights photo repatriation projects being undertaken by First Nations University of Canada, the Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan History and Folklore Society. The projects aim to reconnect Indigenous peoples of Saskatchewan with photos taken in their communities between the 1870s and 1970s. Speakers will describe these collections (including studio portraits, pow wows, rodeos, parades and snapshots of everyday life), share lessons learned on the importance of community-based archival work and provide information on how to access collections. We will also hear from First Nations community elders and FNUniv students who have engaged with these collections.

Speakers: Nadine Charabin, Manager, Reference Services, Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan; Paula Daigle, Librarian, First Nations University of Canada; Kristin Enns-Kavanagh, Executive Director, Saskatchewan History & Folklore Society; Andrew Miller, Indigenous Studies Professor, First Nations University of Canada.

An Evening with Kay Parley
2018-05-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Civic Museum of Regina, 1231 Broad Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4R 1Y2, Canada
Kay Parley suffered her first breakdown in Toronto in 1948.
She became a patient at the “The Mental”—the Weyburn Mental Hospital. In the 1950s, Kay became a psychiatric nurse training at
“The Mental” and later went on to teach social sciences, and write articles for journals 1231 Broad Street specializing in mental illness.
Inside the Civic Museum series The Weyburn Mental Hospital gained international recognition for its research and advances in patient care
and was named the most improved mental hospital in North America. Notable among its therapies was the use of LSD which has since gained renewed interest as a treatment for mental illness and addiction.
Thursday, May 17, 7:00 pm
Civic Museum of Regina
1231 Broad Street
seating is limited
a free event
RSVP to admin@civicmuseumofregina.com or 306-780-9435

Wascana Park Historical Discovery Walking Tour - Jane’s Walk
2018-05-06 13:30 - 15:00, 2018-05-05 13:30 - 15:00 | Saskatchewan Legislative Building, 2405 Legislative Dr, , Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Jane’s Walk is a global movement of neighbour-led walking tours inspired by urbanist Jane Jacobs.
Saturday, May 5 and Sunday May 6, 2018
1:30 pm – Sharp!
There are many well-known and just as many hidden tributes, statues and memorials located in Wascana Park.
Join Folklorist and Storyteller Vincent Murphy on this informative, interactive and entertaining Jane’s Walk presentation.
Approx: 90 minute duration
Free Admission
Wheelchair accessible
Gathering Spot: Queen Elizabeth statue across from Legislative Building main entrance

Victorian Teas - May 6th
2018-05-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Victorian Teas - May 5th
2018-05-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Living Heritage: Relating To The Land In A Changing World
2018-05-01 09:00 - 16:15 | Royal Saskatchewan Museum, 2445 Albert Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Expanding on last year’s theme of “Sharing the Land,” presentations will focus on how we relate to the land in a changing world. By the age of seven each one of us has been immersed in a cultural milieu we inherit from previous generations. As we grow, our cultural perspective & worldview are adapted to meet changing needs and circumstances. Through interactive exercises, conversation and performance
we will explore different cultural perspectives and contemporary values related to our understanding of place, our relationship with the land and how we care for the land that sustains us all. Creating a shared future depends on it.
Sessions include:
• Conversation with Trevor Herriot, Saskatchewan based writer – naturalist – activist
• Discussion on Faith Perspectives on the Land
• Discussion on Values, Policy and the Land
• Performance by “Songwriting for Nature” artists
*If you would like to attend but the registration fee is a barrier, please contact organizers for registration options.
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The Confederation / Davin Fountain Restoration - 2018 Lecture Series
2018-04-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Cathedral Area Community Association, 2900 13th Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4T 1N7, Canada
Confederation Fountain, constructed in 1928 to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Canada, is situated at the center of Confederation Park in the Regina Exhibition Grounds. Constructed in 1928, it featured shaped piers with ornamental caryatids, lion heads and Saskatchewan and City of Regina shields. Originally, sixteen cast zinc frog spitters createdan extravaganza of arched water spray in this prairie park.
By 2013, with the original construction deteriorated and the water works long lost, a Conservation Plan was commissioned. Based on this Conservation Plan, under the prime consultancy of AECOM with Barry McGinn, the fountain column, wrought iron fence and cast iron bowls were restored and the original water spray design reinstated with the local fabrication of cast ironconcrete frog spitters.
Barry McGinn, a past director of Heritage Regina, will use his wealth of knowledge and experience as a conservation architect and engineer to share his involvement in the Confederation Fountain conservation project. Barry will also introduce a conservation plan, prepared in 2010, for the Davin Fountain which was originally located at the center of Victoria Park – perhaps Regina’s next historic fountain project.
Presented by Barry McGinn.
Refreshments provided. A $10 suggested donation to Heritage Regina goes towards the promotion and preservation of heritage in your community.
See our Facebook event for details.

Catalogue Houses - 2018 Lecture Series
2018-04-12 19:00 - 20:00 | The Artesian, 2627 13th Avenue, Regina, Sas, S4T 1N2, Canada
A century ago, with our flourishing farms and urban centers, there was a high demand for new homes. Designers and skilled trades people were in short supply. Eaton’s, Sears and Aladdin Homes shipped thousands of homes to the Prairies by rail and they were assembled by local labour. Similar to the way we order on-line today, these kit homes could be ordered to exact specifications. Millwork, plumbing fixtures and even furniture could be included with your shipment. Heritage Regina, supported by the Civic Museum of Regina and narrated by John Robinson, will present the story of these early homes, with original advertising posters, catalogues and artifacts.
John Robinson has been in the architectural design and drafting profession since 1977, after obtaining a diploma in Architectural Engineering Technology. With 40 years of experience in single family, multi-family and commercial drawing production, he is still passionate about good design. In 1996, John incorporated Robinson Residential Design, a firm providing customized residential design and drafting services to home owners, builders and developers. John’s design projects have been featured on HGTV as well as several local TV documentaries. John’s interest in heritage architecture began early, growing up in a home that was ordered from an Aladdin catalogue.. Over the years he has amassed a collection of original home catalogues dating back to 1889 which are a continuing source of inspiration for restorations and new heritage sensitive infill housing designs.
Refreshments provided. A $10 suggested donation to Heritage Regina goes towards the promotion and preservation of heritage in your community.
Presented by John Robinson.
See our Facebook event for updates.

Heritage Regina AGM
2018-04-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Frontenac, 2022 Lorne Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 2M3, Canada
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN GETTING INVOLVED IN HERITAGE REGINA?
We want to welcome all current members and potential new members to attend Heritage Regina’s 41st Annual General Meeting on April 11th at the Frontenac Building, Multipurpose Room, 2022 Lorne Street. Regina at 7:00pm. Refreshments will be provided.
Open Positions:
Communications Coordinator
Social Media Coordinator
Please note that only current 2018-19 members will be eligible to vote at the AGM. A copy of the membership renewal form can be found on www.heritageregina.ca under ‘Membership’. We are excited to announce that once again we have partnered with Heritage Saskatchewan and the National Trust for Canada to provide you a
reciprocal membership for just $10.00. Details can be found on the membership form.
Please feel free to bring your membership form along with payment to the AGM or mail prior to the event.

Victorian Teas - April 8th
2018-04-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Victorian Teas - April 7th
2018-04-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

The Spanish Flu Epidemic - 2018 Lecture Series
2018-03-14 19:00 - 20:00 | First Baptist Church, 2241 Victoria Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 0S4, Canada
The Spanish Influenza was humanity’s deadliest disease. Incubated in the trenches of Europe, it would spread throughout the globe, killing young, healthy men and women. It orphaned a generation, slaughtered a population and brought society to a standstill. The virus would kill between 50 and 100 million people. Venture back to the autumn of 1918 when the Spanish Flu
arrived in Saskatchewan and experience history’s forgotten plague for yourself. Vaccination is not required.
Kenton de Jong is a local blogger and writer with a passion for history. In 2017, he spearheaded a project to recognize Regina’s 330 Spanish Influenza victims and erected a memorial at the Regina Cemetery in their honour.
John Robinson has been in the architectural design and drafting profession since obtaining his diploma in Architectural Engineering Technology in 1977. His firm, Robinson Residential Design, provides customized design and drafting services. John’s design projects have been featured on HGTV and in several local TV documentaries.
Melissa Munro studied history before obtaining a graduate degree in Library Science and Archival Studies. She currently works in the archival profession and is passionate about sharing Regina’s local history and cultural heritage.
Presented by Kenton de Jong, John Robinson and Melissa Munro.
Refreshments provided. A $10 suggested donation to Heritage Regina goes towards the promotion and preservation of heritage in your community.
See our Facebook event for details.

Heritage Awards - Call for Submissions
2018-03-12 - 2018-04-27 | Sas
The 2018 Lieutenant Governor’s Heritage Awards are now open for submissions!
As well as recognizing those projects that honour tangible heritage, the 2018 awards now feature four definitive categories, designed to ensure that programs with an intangible element will also be considered. To find out how to enter the awards and about the new categories, visit our website. This information and related forms are also attached to this email.
Heritage Award submissions are due by April 27, 2018.
We ask that you help us promote this call for submission by sharing it with others in your respective networks. Thanks for your attention to this information.
Click to download 2018 Heritage Awards – Call for Submissions (pdf).

Victorian Teas - March 4th
2018-03-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Victorian Teas - March 3rd
2018-03-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Why Prohibition Failed in Saskatchewan - 2018 Lecture Series
2018-02-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Knox Metropolitan United Church, 2340 Victoria Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
In Saskatchewan, the “war to the death between the church and the saloon”, as a clergyman called it, began in December 1907 with the formation of the Social and Moral Reform Council of Saskatchewan. In 1915 the Saskatchewan people voted to abolish the government liquor stores and adopt Provincial prohibition. Provincial laws against the consumption of booze did not make Saskatchewan “dry” since the Saskatchewan government did not control the nations breweries and distilleries. Saskatchewan residents found ways to import booze from neighbouring provinces. Prohibition also spawned criminal activities, such as “rum-runners” and “export houses” to meet the needs of bootleggers and their thirsty customers.
On February 27, Dr. Bill Brennan, an accomplished local historian, will explain how prohibition failed in Saskatchewan. Come to this lecture to experience what it would have been like to live in Saskatchewan during the prohibition era. Those in attendance will be encouraged to celebrate the 1924 end to prohibition with a free drink at the Hotel Saskatchewan following the lecture.
Presented by Dr. Bill Brennan.
Refreshments provided. A $10 suggested donation to Heritage Regina goes towards the promotion and preservation of heritage in your community.
See our Facebook event for updates.

Heritage Saskatchewan's Annual General Meeting
2018-02-23 13:30 - 15:30 | Park Town Hotel, 924 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 3H5, Canada

Heritage Saskatchewan Luncheon Program
2018-02-23 12:00 - 13:30 | Park Town Hotel, 924 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 3H5, Canada
On the edge of Saskatoon, Wanuskewin Heritage Park has been gaining prominence lately for its work on an application for World Heritage designation. Behind the scenes, a dynamic and engaged team of community leaders and volunteers have been raising money, elevating the profile and engaging in a multi-faceted renewal project called Thundering Ahead. Join Zeba Ahmad, Thundering Ahead Volunteer and Tara Janzen, Wanuskewin Development Manager to learn about the importance of community partnerships, volunteer engagement and government relations in heritage conservation.
Register online at: www.heritagesask.ca.
Deadline: 12 noon, February 14th

Heritage Saskatchewan's Facilitated Session and Luncheon
2018-02-23 09:00 - 13:30 | Park Town Hotel, 924 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 3H5, Canada
Plan to attend our morning session where delegates will participate in the KAIROS blanket exercise (a teaching tool to share the historic and contemporary relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada). This will be followed by an information session about Wanuskewin Heritage Park, where you will find out what it means for Wanuskewin to be added to Canada’s World Heritage shortlist and why it matters. The luncheon program will feature a presentation from Wanuskewin Heritage Park to find out about the work that its dynamic and engaged team of community leaders and volunteers have been doing to raise money, elevate its profile and its engagement in a multi-faceted renewal project called Thundering Ahead. Learn about the importance of community partnerships, volunteer engagement and government relations in heritage conservation.
Registration is required

Heritage Saskatchewan's Morning Session
2018-02-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Park Town Hotel, 924 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 3H5, Canada
Plan to attend our morning information session where delegates will participate in the KAIROS Blanket Exercise (a teaching tool to share the historic and contemporary relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada). This will be followed by an information session about Wanuskewin Heritage Park, where you will find out what it means for Wanuskewin to be added to Canada’s World Heritage shortlist and why it matters.
Register online at: www.heritagesask.ca.
Deadline: 12 noon, February 14th

Government of Saskatchewan's Heritage Forum
2018-02-22 09:30 - 16:00 | Western Development Museum, 2610 Lorne Ave, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7J 0S6, Canada
The Government of Saskatchewan’s Heritage Conservation Branch is holding a forum/workshop in Saskatoon. For details and to register, click here.

Saskatchewan Heritage Foundation Showcase & Reception
2018-02-22 07:00 - 20:00 | St. John’s Anglican Cathedral, 816 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 3H4, Canada

Reserve 107 – Reconciliation on the Prairies
2018-02-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Grace-Westminster United Church, 505 10th St E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7N 0E3, Canada
Yorkton Film Festival, in concert with Heritage Saskatchewan, presents Film Night: “Reserve 107 – Reconciliation on the Prairies”.
7:00pm – Tours of the Church
7:30pm – Film screening, discussion, and refreshments.
Location: Westminster United Church, 505 – 10th Street East, Saskatoon
This event is FREE and open to the public

Introduction to Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH)
2018-02-21 13:00 - 16:30 | Park Town Hotel, 924 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 3H5, Canada
Heritage Saskatchewan’s Workshop, an Introduction to ICH, will be led by our ICH Development Officer, Kristin Catherwood. This workshop is relevant to anyone and any organizations interested in ICH.
Register online at: www.heritagesask.ca
Deadline: 12 noon, February 14th
