Photo: Canadian Museum of History, photo S. Darby, IMG 2014-0195-0003Dm

SAINT-CONSTANT, June 8, 2018 – From June 9 to August 12, 2018, Exporail, the Canadian Railway Museum, is hosting the travelling exhibition developed by the Canadian Museum of History: Kids Celebrate!

Everyone loves a special occasion — be it India’s Diwali, the New Year in China, the Jewish celebration Hanukkah, Toonik Tyme in Iqaluit or Canada Day — what better way to appreciate the diversity of celebrations in Canada than through Kids Celebrate!, a new travelling exhibition from the Canadian Museum of History. 

Kids Celebrate! invites children ages 5 to 12 to learn about the many celebrations that are practiced in their own communities. Although unique to a particular country, culture or religion, celebrations bring families and communities together. From large groups of people gathering for a day of festivities to a special moment in a child’s everyday life, it is through these joyous and important occasions that children and families discover and appreciate the traditions of diverse cultures.  

The exhibition is divided into four zones, each evoking a different season, family and community setting. Children can learn more about the many celebrations that Canadians enjoy throughout the year – from food, music, decorations and games, to the values of giving, sharing and hope for the future.  

Children and their families will feel a sense of connection to other Canadian families and communities as they identify differences and similarities among traditions, and will come to understand the global nature of celebrating. Young visitors will engage in hands-on activities, discover new games, make crafts, and take on new roles that will stimulate their curiosity and motivate them to explore the many aspects of celebrations in Canada. 

A travelling exhibition developed by the Canadian Museum of History.

Photo: Canadian Museum of History, photo S. Darby, IMG 2014-0195-0004Dm

Exporail, the Canadian Railway Museum, is offering a new activity for families with children aged 8 to 12 years old. With the help of an exploratory notebook (which is available at the reception desk and included in the entrance fee), visitors experience the six stages of the rally as they move through the museum. They detect hazards, discover safety equipment on railway vehicles, locate level-crossing markings, identify dangerous behaviours, and learn good safety practices in an entertaining and safe environment. They will also come to understand the reality experienced by train operators dealing with incidents on the railways.
This project was made possible by financial support from Transport Canada and the ministère de la Culture et des Communications du Québec and with the collaboration of Operation Lifesaver.

Events  

June 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th, 2018: Music and Picnic. 

July 14th & 15th, 2018: Return of the Railway Troops, presentation of vehicles related to 1918.
August 18th & 19th, 2018: A Great Passion for Model Trains, Model train exhibition.
September 23rd, 2018: Railroad Days, family activities.   

Schedule    

From May 19th to June 23rd, 2018: open daily from 10 am to 5 pm (outdoor site closes at 4 pm)
From June 24th to September 3rd, 2018: open daily from 10 am to 6 pm (outdoor site closes at 5 pm) Open on Labour Day Monday.

Photo : Exporail, the Canadian Railway Museum

About Exporail   

Exporail is a project of the Canadian Railroad Historical Association, a private non-profit corporation.  Exporail’s regular activities are funded in part by the ministère de la Culture et des Communications du Québec and benefit from the support of Ville de Saint-Constant and Ville de Delson. Special projects of Exporail are supported by Canadian Heritage and Employment and Social Development Canada. Exporail also receives support from Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec, Emploi-Québec Montérégie, the Municipalité régionale de comté (MRC) de Roussillon, CN, Canadian Pacific, VIA Rail Canada, the Canadian Railroad Historical Association Foundation, Réseau de Transport Métropolitain, the Railway Association of Canada, the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), the YMCA of Greater Toronto and the Société des Musées du Québec.

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Contact 

Bruno Cordellier, Communications Manager

Phone : 450 638-1522, ext. 249 

Email : bruno.cordellier@exporail.org