Connecting the residents of Welland and Pelham by sharing the history of our community through exhibits, programs, and events.
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ALT Graphic with a light blue background and bold black text reading 'Board Members' on the right side. On the left, a hand holding a blue megaphone is illustrated. Above the megaphone, a blue circle contains the words 'Apply Today!' in white text. Below the title, a smaller paragraph reads: 'The Welland Museum is currently seeking dynamic community leaders to join the Board of Directors. If you would like to donate your time and knowledge to strengthen the Welland Museum, please consider applying to the Board of Directors.' The deadline for applications is listed as 'Please submit your application by September 20, 2024!' with the museum's website 'www.wellandmuseum.ca/get-involved' displayed below.
ALT Graphic titled 'Welland Wednesdays: Andy’s Tailor Shop,' featuring a vintage black-and-white photo of Andy Medovarski standing in front of his tailor shop on King Street, Welland. The shop's name is displayed on the awning, and the image is captioned with The Welland Museum’s address: 140 King St., Welland, ON.
ALT Screenshot of a blog post titled 'Exploring the Wayne Campbell Gallery: Andy’s Tailor Shop,' dated November 6. The post is for Welland Wednesdays at The Welland Museum, highlighting the Wayne Campbell Gallery exhibit and featuring Andy’s Tailor Shop as the first week’s focus. An old black-and-white photograph of Andy standing in front of his tailor shop is included in the post.
ALT Photograph of the historic building located at 189 & 195 East Main Street in Welland, Ontario, featured in 'Welland Wednesdays: Haunted Edition, Week 4', organized by the Welland Museum. The image showcases a beautiful two-story red-brick Victorian-style house with a large front porch supported by white columns and a distinctive pointed roof. The property is surrounded by a wrought iron fence, and a 'Speed Limit 5 km' sign is visible in the front yard. The building is highlighted for its historical significance and connection to local ghost stories. The photograph is bordered by an orange frame with ghost illustrations, adding a playful yet spooky atmosphere to the Welland Museum's haunted event series. This structure is an important part of Welland’s architectural and cultural heritage. Contact information and the website for the Welland Museum are displayed at the bottom, inviting visitors to learn more about Welland’s haunted locations.
ALT Poster for Welland Museum's Spooky Halloween Workshop on October 26, 2024, from 2-3pm for kids ages 7-12. The event includes a spiderweb watercolor resist painting activity. Registration is required, $5 per child. The poster features Halloween-themed decorations with pumpkins, bats, and spiderwebs.
ALT Vintage colour photograph of the historic Welland Court House, featured in 'Welland Wednesdays: Haunted Edition, Week 3', hosted by the Welland Museum. The stately courthouse, built in a neoclassical architectural style, sits majestically atop a hill surrounded by dense greenery and overlooks a peaceful Welland Canal. The building's large dome and windows add to its grandeur. The tranquil water reflects the structure, while a small boat with people can be seen rowing near the shore. The image is framed with orange borders and playful ghost illustrations, emphasizing the haunted theme of the Welland Museum’s event series. The Welland Court House is a significant landmark in Welland, Ontario, known for its historical importance and eerie ghost stories. The Welland Museum’s contact information and website are included at the bottom, inviting visitors to explore the city's haunted history.
ALT Poster for Welland Museum's Paint Night on October 22, 2024, from 6-8pm. The event is open to all skill levels and provides materials for participants to create artifact still life paintings. Registration is required at $15 per person. The poster features paintbrushes and a watercolour palette.
ALT Welland Museum's 'Insights Into Our Past' Murals of Welland event poster. Scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 2:00 pm, the event invites visitors to explore Welland's outdoor murals. The poster features an illustration of a mural with historical figures and text detailing the event location at Welland Museum, 140 King St.
ALT Welland Museum's 'Insights Into Our Past' Murals of Welland event poster. Scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 2:00 pm, the event invites visitors to explore Welland's outdoor murals. The poster features an illustration of a mural with historical figures and text detailing the event location at Welland Museum, 140 King St.
ALT Image of Hurricane Hazel in 1954. Streets are submerged, buildings are inundated, and debris from the storm is scattered across the waterlogged landscape. This photo captures the aftermath of one of Canada's deadliest hurricanes, with trees, cars, and local infrastructure severely impacted by the intense floodwaters.
ALT Poster for Welland Museum's Spooky Halloween Workshop on October 26, 2024, from 2-3pm for kids ages 7-12. The event includes a spiderweb watercolour resist painting activity. Registration is required, $5 per child. The poster features Halloween-themed decorations with pumpkins, bats, and spiderwebs.