Upcoming
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Sat, May 4th 2024, 6:30pm - 10:30pm
Art Society King and the King Heritage & Cultural Centre are inviting you to an enchanting evening of sultry jazz tunes featuring King’s own “Diva in the Rough”, Catherine Hughes, in a dimly lit 1920s speakeasy. Clink your glasses and dance with flappers and dapper gents as the infectious energy of the Charleston transports you back to the glamour of the Roaring Twenties. Join us for an add-on gin tasting lead by a Reid's Distillery connoisseur.
1920s attire is recommended – or dress your best from any era!
Tickets: $35+HST for Dance-only ticket or $70+HST for Dance & Gin Tasting Workshop. Limited spots for Gin Tasting Workshop! Pre-registration required.
Get your tickets HERE.
Location: King Heritage & Cultural Centre, 2920 King Road, King City, ON.
This event is brought to you in partnership with Art Society King, Reid's Distillery, and Diva in the Rough.
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Tue, May 28 2024, 6:30 - 8pm
Did you know that the old trick of wrapping your silverware in cling-wrap can actually damage it rather than preserve it? Curious to learn why? Attend the KHCC's "Artifact Roadshow" for museum tips and tricks to care for items at home from: metals and silverware, leather, ceramic, paper, natural fibres and fur, and more! This workshop will provide you with museum-grade advice for practical use at home.
For the later half of the workshop, bring an item from your antiques or vintage collection to explore its unique history; and, specific care instructions to preserve it for the future. Our museum staff will work with you one-on-one to share its secrets and conservation tips!
Don't have an artifact to bring? No problem! Get a chance to handle artifacts from our collection to learn about how to apply its care at home.Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 6:30pm-8:00pm. $15+HST/person. Ages 14+. Pre-Registration required.
Pre-Register HERE.
*This workshop is part of May is Museum Month in Ontario! Discover local gems in the GTA and support us at the KHCC by participating in one of our heritage-based programs or events!