Grimsby Museum

05/29/2026

Do you know anyone in this picture?

Help strengthen the public record! If you recognize anyone, please email us so we can update our archival records. This information will be used by present and future generations.

GM 2023.10.1

Lakeview Public School staff c.1970

In the second row, fourth person from the left is Mrs. Marjorie Tooke

If you have your own photos, archives, or memorabilia from Lakeview Public School we would love to see them. Please contact [email protected].

05/29/2026

Do to unforeseen circumstances we are temporarily closed both today (May 29th) and tomorrow (May 30th). We will be reopened next Tuesday and resume our normal hours of operation.

Apologies for any inconvenience and we hope to see you soon!

05/22/2026

Join us on Tuesday June 9th from 5pm - 7pm at the Grimsby Museum to celebrate the opening of the Grimsby Photo Groups 10 year anniversary exhibit.

Explore the diverse beauty of local falls, nature, and historic landmarks across a wide range of photographs shot by local photographers across all skill levels.

RSVP is strongly preferred and this event is admission by donation. While donations are not required they are greatly appreciated and allow us to continue to offer great events like this.

RSVP here: https://grimsbymuseum.ticketspice.com/grimsby-photo-group-opening-reception

We look forward to celebrating with you!

05/21/2026

Mark your calendars! The Grimsby Museum’s second annual Vintage and Creative Market is happening on July 18th from 11:00am–4:00pm!

Spend a summer day exploring a variety of handmade goods from talented local vendors, including crochet, pottery, jewelry, cards, candles, secondhand finds, and much more! While you’re here, be sure to stop by the museum to explore our current exhibits and bring the kids along for a free crafting station! Admission to both the market .

We still have a LIMITED number of vendor spots remaining! If you are a vendor operating within the Niagara region, we would love to hear from you. Please complete the Google Form available on our website under “Events – Vintage and Creative Market” or through the link in our bio to be considered.
Vendor application deadline: June 15th at 5:00pm. Vendors will be notified by June 19th.

Application form: https://forms.gle/sg7xTpYFDG3LTnhE7

05/20/2026

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST:

The Town of Grimsby, in collaboration with the Recreation, Facilities & Culture Department, invites artists to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the design and creation of a Veteran’s Mural at the Grimsby Museum. One artist will be selected through a jury process to complete the final mural commission.

The mural will be located at the Grimsby Museum, home to the Town’s Cenotaph and annual Remembrance Day ceremony. Artists are encouraged to consider the site’s role as a place of reflection, remembrance, and community gathering.

The selected design should:
* Honour veterans and those who served from the Grimsby community
* Reflect the history, culture, and values of Grimsby
* Be respectful, inclusive, and historically sensitive
* Celebrate community identity, remembrance, and pride
* Be an original work that does not infringe on copyright

Artists are encouraged to explore themes such as:
* Service and sacrifice
* Diversity of veterans across generations and backgrounds
* Local stories and community connections
* Remembrance and reflection
* Legacy, resilience, peace, and hope

The mural should create an emotional tone that is respectful, reflective, inclusive, and community-focused.

All submissions will be reviewed by a jury of up to five members, and final designs must be approved by the project team prior to installation. Artists are strongly encouraged to visit or research the site and surrounding park area to better understand the mural’s context and relationship to the Cenotaph and outdoor gallery space.

Submission Deadline: June 20th, 2026, no later than 5:00pm.

To view the full project outline and submission details: https://shorturl.at/6V0sw

05/13/2026

Call for Grimsby School Yearbooks!

We are looking for school yearbooks from any Grimsby school from any year (old or recent). If you have one you are willing to donate to help strengthen the public record, please contact us. Thank you for your support!

GM 2002.6.10
Grimsby Secondary School Yearbook, 1978

05/08/2026

Join us at the Grimsby Museum on Saturday June 13th from 1pm - 2pm for My Tulip Journey presented by guest speaker Maria Tran Von Bulow.

Discover the fascinating story of rare tulips, from their origins in Central Asia to their lasting cultural impact in Canada. See how unique, never-commercialized bulbs from the University of Leiden found a new home in Grimsby with support from the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington. Follow the tulips’ path through Persia, Turkey, and the Netherlands, witness the dramatic rise and fall of 17th-century Tulipmania, and celebrate the lasting bond between the Netherlands and Canada, including the annual tulip gift that inspired Ottawa’s Canadian Tulip Festival.

Maria is a Grimsby resident who developed a career in botanical and scientific illustration across multiple continents while also showcasing her illustrations in a variety of exhibitions including at the Museum of Nature in Ottawa.

Tickets are $10 per person (not including processing fee's) and space is limited! Online pre-registration is required:

Get tickets online for My Tulip Journey here.

05/06/2026

Did you know that May is Museum Month? This is an annual program run by the Ontario Museum Association celebrating the contributions of Ontario’s over 700 museums, 37,000 volunteers and 9,000 workers. It coincides with International Museum Day, on May 18th, organized by the International Council of Museums (ICOM) to showcase the impact that museums have on their communities.

To celebrate May is Museum Month, the Grimsby Museum is excited to announce the launch of our Junior Volunteer Club! Youth ages 9–17 are invited to join and become Museum Community Ambassadors, helping to create crafts, design posters, and support fundraising events. This is a free club, and further details, along with registration information, can be obtained by emailing [email protected].

Ontario Museum Association

04/23/2026

Don't let appearances fool you! The museum may look closed, but we're open for business!

We've started the process of getting a new foundation, so you'll notice some changes in the coming weeks. But business remains as usual. Please use the park entrance as our usual walkway is closed.

We can't wait to see you!

04/22/2026

New in the Gift Shop!

Discover vintage inspired greeting and birthday cards from Cheerful Whimsies, made in Vancouver, along with beautifully handcrafted soaps from Niagara Craft Soap, made locally in Niagara Falls.

Stop by and explore the variety of styles and scents!