The BGMA is taking a break until the New Year, but we’ll be back January 2 for visits and tours! We will be checking our email periodically, so don’t hesitate to send us a message at bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca if you have any questions. Have a wonderful holiday season, we look forward Continue Reading
Brandon Museum
Last Week for Tours in 2024
The heat is back on and we’re ready for your visits! During construction, parking can be found on Pacific or Rosser. Saturday December 14 will be our last day open to the public until 2025 so make sure to drop in and say hello! Call 204-717-1514 or email bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca if Continue Reading
Hours During Construction
Due to the possibility of air borne contaminants, we will be shutting off our heating system for the next few days and therefore will not be open to the public for the next few days. We look forward to seeing you next week!
Citizen Appointments to the BGMA
The City of Brandon is now accepting applications to join the Brandon General Museum and Archives Board of Directors. Deadline to apply is November 15, 2024. The application and more information can be found here. Brandon General Museum & Archives Board The Purpose and Role of this Board: The Board was Continue Reading
BGMA Closed Oct 15-22
We will be closed from October 15 to the 22 and will return to our regular hours Wednesday, October 23.
Show & Tell: Poppy Trails of Remembrance with Barbara Andrew
We’re very excited to announce that Barbara Andew is our next Show & Tell speaker with her presentation 2018: Poppy Trails of Remembrance. Join us on Nov 2 at 2pm at the BGMA for what is sure to be a presentation you’ll never forget. An informal Q&A will follow the Continue Reading
Let’s Build A Beast! Oct 26, 1:30pm
Eyes of a coyote, nose of a cougar and the mouth of a wolf? You don’t have to be Dr. Frankenstein to bring your monster to life. Join us in the BJ Hales Natural History Gallery to learn about the collection, get inspiration for crafting your beast, listen to stories, Continue Reading
Call for Volunteers!
We’re always on the lookout for passionate people who care about our city and the rich history of our community! Here are a few ways you could help our museum: Comfortable with public speaking and enjoy meeting new people? Assist with our museum and walking tours! Love to research, go Continue Reading
Dark History of Brandon Walking Tours
Join the WMRL and BGMA in the heart of downtown Brandon, as we investigate some of the darker parts of our city’s history. This walking tour will delve into the more grisly pieces of our past: epidemics, murders, deadly accidents, and other shocking stories from the “good” old days of Continue Reading
BGMA Closed August 31
We are closed on Saturday, August 31 for the long weekend and will return to our regular hours Tuesday, September 3. Enjoy your weekend!