Heritage Regina

Small Business Week
2018-10-14 - 2018-10-20 | Sas
Small Business Week is an annual celebration of Canadian small businesses. In Saskatchewan, small businesses make up more than 95% of all businesses! Check back every day this week to read about the top 5 legal issues facing small businesses.

Victorian Teas - October 13th
2018-10-13 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | 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

Bethany's Doll Hunt
2018-10-05 19:00 - 2018-10-07 23:30 | Mystery Mansion Regina, 2120 College Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 1C5, Canada
PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION BEFORE BOOKING:
Someone or something has moved six of Bethany’s favourite dolls from her collection. As a result, the spirits of the Carthien house are wreaking havoc and it is no longer safe to continue investigations. The power refuses to work and the spirits are wandering the house searching for someone to torment. Are you and your group of paranormal investigators up to the task of searching the entire Carthien house for Bethany’s dolls?
Important Information:
• Bookings are 15 minutes long and the cost is $15 (taxes included) per person.
• Maximum group size is 6 people (no exceptions).
• Due to the limited time the event is available, BOOKINGS OF LESS THAN FOUR WILL NOT BE PRIVATE. If you want to ensure no one else joins your group, you will need to book out at least four spots.
• Your booking will start at the time you booked, so please arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to sign waivers.
• You are able to leave at any point during your experience, but there will be no refunds.
Rules:
• There is absolutely no running allowed while in the house.
• Intoxication of any kind will not be allowed.
• Any children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
• The actors may touch you (unintentionally), but you are not allowed to touch an actor unless prompted.
• You will be required to climb stairs during the experience, but no scares will occur near the top or bottom of the stairs.
• Nothing will require force of any kind. Breaking items will result in your group being removed immediately.
• Only specific locks will need to be solved for this experience, if you find any along the way, please leave them be unless directed otherwise.
• Verbal and physical abuse will not be tolerated.
• There may be strobe lights present.
• Any areas marked with “CAUTION” tape are off limits. Do not try to access these areas.
• Do not lift or remove any sheets or covers during your experience. It is not necessary and will result in removal from the experience.
• Breaking any of the rules presented to you will result in immediate removal from Mystery Mansion, so please be careful while inside.

Summer Walking Tour - Regina Cemetery Tour - 4th Ave and Broad Street
2018-09-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2018-08-31 18:00 - 20:00, 2018-07-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2018-06-29 18:00 - 20:00 | 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.

An Evening With: Ken Alecxe The Cultural Heritage of a Regina Popcorn Wagon
2018-09-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Civic Museum of Regina, 1231 Broad Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4R 1Y2, Canada
Do you remember sneaking popcorn into a movie at the old Metropolitan Theatre on Broad Street? Or begging your parents for a 5¢ snack on Scarth Street? If you do then you remember the Broadway Popcorn Wagon!
One of the most unique pieces in the Civic Museum of Regina’s collection is the Broadway Popcorn Wagon. The handmade cart was purchased by John Alecxe in 1929, and operated in the city by his family for the next 60 years.
Learn about the history of the cart and the experience of immigrant families in the early twentieth century with Ken Alexce, grandson of the original owner.
Join us for a FREE evening of stories, history, and popcorn! RSVP admin@civicmuseumofregina.com or 306-780-9435. Seating is limited

Government House Foundation - Building our Foundation
2018-09-17 17:30 - 20:30 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
The Government House Foundation (new page – be sure to like it!) was established to preserve and enhance Government House. Their goal is to promote the awareness of its rich history and significant contributions to the governance and development of Saskatchewan.
The Foundations’s capital campaign supports new projects at Government House, including the Northeast Development of the Edwardian Gardens and the revitalization of interior spaces to better serve visitors.
These improvements will ensure that this National Historic Site remains a vibrant and relevant destination of choice for residents, new Canadians, and people from around the world.

Join them on September 17 at 5PM in celebrating their new Honorary Patron His Honour the Honourable W. Thomas Molloy Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan!

Heritage and Sustainability Workshop
2018-09-15 | University of Regina, 3737 Wascana Parkway, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Come learn about ongoing work on the future and potential of ecomuseums in Saskatchewan. Researchers Toby Sperlich, Glenn Sutter, and Leah O’Malley will present the early results of their research into Saskatchewan ecomuseums. The agenda will also include round table discussions with experts on a range of topics, including the potential for Indigenizing the ecomuseum model, possibilities for funding, and community engagement.

Victorian Teas - September 9th
2018-09-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Victorian Teas - September 8th
2018-09-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Summer Walking Tour - The path of the tornado
2018-08-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Sas
Meet guide Robin Adeney at the cenotaph in Victoria Park at 6:00 p.m. and retrace the path of the 1912 cyclone and its impact on Regina’s downtown.
All Heritage Regina walks begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The tours are free, with a suggested donation of $10.

Summer Walking Tour - Lost buildings of Regina’s downtown
2018-08-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Sas
Meet guide Melissa Munro outside the north Cornwall Centre entrance (Saskatchewan Drive) at 6:00 p.m. for a walk that will explore Regina’s earliest years and reveal the vanished roots of our city.
All Heritage Regina walks begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The tours are free, with a suggested donation of $10.

Regina Indian Industrial School Cemetery Plaque Unveiling
2018-08-14 11:30 - 12:30 | 701 Pinkie Road, 701 Pinkie Road, Regina, SA, S0G 3W0, Canada
Please join the Honourable Gene Makowsky, Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport, in unveiling the Provincial Heritage Property Plaque of the Regina Indian Industrial School Cemetery.
The unveiling will occur August 14th at 11:30 a.m. at the cemetery site, which is located at 701 Pinkie Road in Regina (approximately 1.5km north of Dewdney Avenue). For any questions about the event, please contact Mr. Gareth Evans, Heritage Designations Adviser, Heritage Conservation Branch, at 306-787-8519 or by email at gareth.evans@gov.sk.ca.

Victorian Teas - August 12th
2018-08-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Summer Walking Tour - Wascana Lake and its sporting and political history
2018-08-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Sas
Meet guide Will Chabun at 6:00 p.m. at the parking lot at the Wascana Marina off Broad Street for a walk around the lake and some intriguing tales.
All Heritage Regina walks begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The tours are free, with a suggested donation of $10.

Victorian Teas - August 11th
2018-08-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Summer Walking Tour - 13th Avenue: Cathedrals and coffee houses
2018-08-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Sas
Meet guide Susan Birley at 6:00 p.m. at the north-east corner of Robinson Street and 13th Avenue (outside the Mercury Café) for a walk that explores historic churches and other buildings in this early 20th century neighborhood.
All Heritage Regina walks begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The tours are free, with a suggested donation of $10.

Summer Walking Tour - Old Lakeview neighborhood
2018-07-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Sas
Meet guide Jackie Schmidt at 6:00 p.m. on the steps of the Legislative Building and learn about the early development of this neighbourhood.
All Heritage Regina walks begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The tours are free, with a suggested donation of $10.

The Spanish Influenza: Regina's Darkest Days
2018-07-23 18:00 - 19:30 | The Artesian, 2627 13th Avenue, Regina, Sas, S4T 1N2, Canada
100 years ago, the world was at war. As the guns were silenced and the men retuned home, they brought with them a disease unlike any other. Grown and matured in the trenches of Europe, The Spanish Influenza became humanity’s deadliest disease, killing between 25 – 100 million people worldwide. In October of 1918 the flu arrived in Regina, killing hundreds and infecting thousands.
This presentation explores the origins of the Spanish Flu, what happened in the fall of 1918 in Regina and its legacy.
Presented by Kenton de Jong, founder of the Regina Spanish Influenza Memorial.
Intermission refreshments provided.

Summer Walking Tour - Germantown: The other Regina
2018-07-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Sas
Meet guide Warren James at the Central Fire Hall on 11th Avenue at 6:00 p.m. for a walk through the area of Regina originally settled by continental Europeans.
All Heritage Regina walks begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The tours are free, with a suggested donation of $10.

Summer Walking Tour - Regina’s downtown car dealerships
2018-07-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Sas
Meet guide Dale Edward Johnson at 6:00 p.m. at the southwest corner of Albert Street and Victoria Street (across from Viterra’s head office). Learn about the early car dealerships in downtown Regina and how residents became hooked on their automobiles.
All Heritage Regina walks begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The tours are free, with a suggested donation of $10.

Victorian Teas - July 8th
2018-07-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Government House, 4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Summer Walking Tour - Government House and the McNab Neighbourhood
2018-07-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Sas
Meet guide Amanda Girardin at 6:00 p.m. at the McNab Historic marker across from 90 Empress Drive.
All Heritage Regina walks begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately two hours. The tours are free, with a suggested donation of $10.

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

Summer Walking Tour - The Warehouse District
2018-06-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Sas
Meet guide Edward Willett, author of Historic Walks of Regina and Moose Jaw, at the north- east corner of Dewdney Avenue and Albert Street at 6:00 p.m. and learn about the businesses and families of early 20th century Regina.
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
