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In honour of Brandon’s 141st Birthday, we have uploaded videos of the Centennial record from 1982. Side 1 has the Centennial Song “Yesterday’s Dream – Tomorrow’s Future” with words and music by Bruce Innes. Side 2 has “Brandon Historical Narration written and narrated by Fred McGuinnes Find these videos on Continue Reading

We will return to our regular office hours on Tuesday, February 21 – hope you all have a safe and enjoyable weekend!

The Brandon General Museum and Archives is thrilled about our second Show & Tell series on Sunday February 26 at 2pm! Sue-On & Bill Hillman and Kenny Choy will share a presentation about the Chinese experience in Brandon, Manitoba followed by a Q&A. This speaker series will take place on Continue Reading

Our last Show & Tell event was a great success – if you missed it, it will be airing on WGCtv. Our next Show & Tell speaker series is Feb 26, at 2pm – the focus will be on the Chinese Experience in Brandon and Manitoba with Sue-On Hillman and Continue Reading

Do you LOVE Brandon but don’t know how to express it? Have you always wanted to be part of Brandon’s rich history, or maybe just want to know more about it? Are you dependable, enthusiastic and passionate? If so, we want to hear from you! We are currently looking for Continue Reading

Our last walking tour with the Downtown Ambassadors was so much fun we’ve decided to do it again! We’ll be meeting at Princess Park at 1pm on Aug 13. Space is limited for the walking so you must register ahead of time by calling the BGMA at 204-717-1514 or by Continue Reading

Another long weekend to rest, relax and read! The BGMA will be closed on Saturday July 30 for the August Long weekend. We will be back to our regular schedule on August 2. To book a tour, email bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca or call 204-717-1514. Enjoy the holiday!

The Brandon General Museum & Archives is seeking an enthusiastic individual with a passion for history!   This part-time administrator position includes a wide range of responsibilities along with many opportunities to grow into the job.   We are looking for someone with a resourceful personality that is experienced with Continue Reading

The Brandon General Museum & Archives is open! We currently are following the most recent release of Manitoba Provincial COVID Public Health Orders in effect as of September 7th, 2021. Tours of the BGMA will continue to be by appointment only at this time while we are following the latest Continue Reading

History of the Brandon General Museum & Archives: The original plan for a general museum was made at the time Daly House was incorporated in 1978. Since the city already owned the home of the first mayor of Brandon, it was decided by Mayor Magnacca and committee to develop it Continue Reading