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“There are stories here … where two rivers meet”
« Il y a des histoires ici … où deux rivières se rencontre»

It is always so much fun visiting with people from other parts of our country, our continent and the world. We, the staff here at the museum, are the fortunate ones to hear the lovely comments people have of not only our museum and the rich history of our area, but of how friendly people are and, of course, the beautiful scenery that we enjoy every day.

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Visitors from very province, including the 2 territories!

Visitors from Michigan, Louisiana, Texas, Maine, Vermont, Florida, North Carolina, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Ohio, California, Oregon and Tennessee.

Visitors from Switzerland, Austria, Scotland, Ireland, Germany, and Belgium.

Visitors from Haiti.

Visitors from New Zealand and Australia.

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Can’t wait to greet everyone in 2025!

Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

The day honors the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.

Wear Orange

Both the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day take place on September 30.

https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/national-day-truth-reconciliation.html

https://www.ontario.ca/page/national-day-truth-and-reconciliation?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw0t63BhAUEiwA5xP54fBVwfP7TkgmRfo1WoaX-IREELPhBbCMGI6YdH6OLoytSiFQ-P_3whoC5kgQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

We are happy to announce that we’ve added another new feature to our Website!

A DONATE button is now available! As you are aware, we can only keep programs and exhibits going with the help of supporters, so we are now giving you different options to support your community museum or as a friend of this community museum.

HOW to support:

DONATE button – for direct support through the Square – receipts for $20 or more will be issued at the end of the year. Check this page https://mattawamuseum.ca/

50/50 tickets are now online 50/50 Draw – draw is Oct 5th – $1,000 prize up for grabs, so get your tickets today – online or in person at the Museum.

Country Candles Fundraising – buy scented candles, support the Museum! – Start your Christmas shopping early! Several different types of Candles available and our date has been extended to September 15th.

Thank you so very much for all your support, it is very much appreciated!

We were very exited to launch the Women’s Exhibit this season at the museum. Dedicated to all the women of our community, past, present, and future. We would like to continue to build on the exhibit and invite you to share any stories that you may have.

We will use technology in the form of a digital book and you will be able to contribute in the form of a memory or dedication, someone from your past or someone today – through stories, pictures, video, music – current stories as part of that celebration. What is a favourite memory? Story? Who would you like to thank? To celebrate? This is an opportunity for us, all of us, to write our stories.

We will have forms at the museum that you can take with you, or you can click on the link below to fill in the form and send to us at curator@mattawamuseum.ca.

https://forms.gle/8aG3MSsRoiYCcAgb8

It is important that we connect our past to the life we have now and the legacy we want to leave to our children.

The focus is on women being the hearts and souls who contribute to all aspects of our community. Tell us your stories through memories or events – who is special to you?

We have an amazing timeline posted beginning in the 1800s that represents our journey through activism, legalities, rights, and accomplishments.

Most importantly it is a chance for us, as women, to continue to support and celebrate each other. While we remember those who have gone before us, we also need to lift those today who support and shape our community.

We look forward to the Stories She Tells

Message from the Mattawa Historical Society

As the new chairperson of the Mattawa Historical Society, I am so proud of the Museum’s accomplishments over the past few years.

Our team members have worked diligently to bring new exhibits to the Museum, focusing on celebrating those who have made significant contributions to our community — Dr. Saint-Firmin Monestime and The Women of Mattawa (with the most recent exhibit “The Stories She Tells…”

We are also working to connect with the community with programs like The Escape Room and the Virtual Arcade and to improve our environment with new accessibility initiatives.  

Keeping our Mattawa Museum vibrant and continuing to progress would not possible without the generous support of our patrons and the donations they provide. 

We are once again asking for your support to help this organization’s continued growth and development. This can be done by contributing to our fund-raising initiatives by purchasing our Country Home Candles, buying tickets for our new 50/50 draw, or becoming a member of the Museum. 

We invite you to come visit us to learn about the unique history of the town of Mattawa and the surrounding area. We look forward to seeing you! 

Shannon McNamara