The Downtown Summer Market returns this Wednesday. We will be staying open later for visits and tours. So come on down, and meet our wonderful summer employees!
Museum News
New Film Series with MHS!
We are so thrilled to share this fantastic video series we’ve been working on with the Manitoba Historical Society. Hosted by Gordon Goldsborough, these short films will delve deep into some of Brandon’s most interesting historical moments – starting with the iconic McKenzie Building! New videos will be posted weekly. Continue Reading
The BGMA is Now Hiring Two Positions
Are you passionate about history and the city of Brandon? The Brandon General Museum and Archives is now hiring two positions: an Assistant Museum Administrator and a Tour Guide both for a 9-week basis starting mid to late June to assist the Executive Director and BGMA Volunteers. Assistant Museum Administrator Continue Reading
Winnipeg Paranormal Group Returns May 16
The Winnipeg Paranormal Group returns to the BGMA on May 16th at 6:30pm and 9:30pm! Tickets can be found for 6:30 here for the 9:30 here 👻 Step Into the Dark… If You Dare 👻 Join the Winnipeg Paranormal Group for a chilling night inside the Brandon General Museum, Continue Reading
CLOSED April 3
The BGMA will be closed on Friday, April 3. The museum will be back to regular hours on Saturday, April 4 from 12-4pm.
In Memory of Kenny Choy
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Kenny Choy, an incredible person who enriched our community. We were fortunate to have him as a guest speaker, along with Sue-On and Bill Hillman, for our Show & Tell series in February of 2023 on the Chinese Experience in Brandon. Continue Reading
Vintage Postcards Available at BGMA
Exciting news! Vintage postcards of some of Brandon’s most iconic buildings and scenery are now available at the museum. These are originals and were distributed by Clements Drug Store and photographed by R.J. “Bob” Snazel. Available for purchase while supplies last, all proceeds will go toward enhancing our museum and Continue Reading
Closed March 17
We are closed to the public on Tuesday, March 17 – but still reachable by email at bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca.
Show & Tell This Saturday, Feb 21 with Dezarae Bodnar
Join us this Saturday for an amazing presentation by Dezarae Bodnar! We’ve collaborated with Dezarae several times over the years and are so excited to have her for our Show & Tell speaker series. The talk starts at 2pm and an informal Q&A will follow. Admission is pay what you Continue Reading
Closed Feb 4
We will be closed on Wednesday, February 4 and will return to our regular hours on Thursday, February 5.