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The Museum will be open in February, Tuesday Feb 4 - Friday Feb 7, Tuesday Feb 11 - Wednesday Feb 12 from noon until 4:00 pm. We will then be working hard on getting our much needed renovations and construction on our interior ground floor done to be open once again come March - stay tuned for offical re-open date and follow us on instagram, twitter and facebook for updates on how the reno of our historic home Museum is going!  billybishopmuseum,  BillyBishopHero and on facebook https://www.facebook.com/BillyBishopHero |
Billy Bishop Home & Museum has many events over the year that you can attend and take part in. See below for our upcoming events, exhibits and fundraisers.
2020
February |
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February 8th: Billy Bishop's Birthday. February 12th: Valentine's Day Tea. Amid Valentine's Day decor, we will be serving mini cheesecake with whipped cream, heart shaped cookies, and chocolates! Sittings at 1:30 and 3pm. Call 519-371-0031 or email info@billybishop.org to reserve your seat at our dining room table. $15pp (2 for $25). Must book in advance. |
March |
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The Museum will be closed to the public until Tuesday March 10th, but please call or email if you have questions, staff will be on site Monday through Friday, 9:30 to 5:00 pm - all visitors must use the staff rear enterence. 519-371-0031 or info@billybishop.org
Stay tuned for our grand opening date! |
April |
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April 3rd: 10th Anniversary of Fire & Ice Fundraising Gala. THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2020. PLEASE WATCH OUR WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION CHANGES AS THEY HAPPEN.
Billy Bishop Home & Museum weekend opening for visitors has been postponed in accordance with the COVID-19 emergency order. Please make us your destination when the physical distancing restrictions are lifted.
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May |
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May 1st: "Liberation Spring: 75 Years of Peace" Exhibit Opening. On May 4th, 1945, Signals Officer Harold Van Wyck recieved the Cease Fire Order that ended hostilities in the Netherlands. Central to this exciting exhibit commemorating the liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe 75 years later, is a remarable document, First Canadian Army's Cease Fire Order. Canada played a crucial role in the fight to free the Netherlands and Europe from Nazi occupation. Come and learn about this hard earned victory, and how we celebrate peace and what it means to different people in our community and around the world. Featuring the Peace Project, collaboratively curaited by Owen Sound District Secondary School students who interviewed elementary school students, recent refugees to our community, Canadian Veterans, and a family of the Dutch occupation, who were liberated at the end of the war. They asked all of these vastly different groups "what does peace mean to you?". Their answers may shock you and make you realise how similar we all are! May 13th: Mother's Day Tea: Celebrate MOM!! Postponed in accordance with the COVID-19 emergency order. Billy Bishop Home & Museum weekend opening for visitors has been postponed in accordance with the COVID-19 emergency order. Please make us your destination when the physical distancing restrictions are lifted. |
June |
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June 6th, Saturday: Doors Open Owen Sound. Free admission to the Museum. WE ARE SORRY TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE FOLLOWING EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 2020. WE WILL RETURN NEXT JUNE. THANKS TO EVERYONE; WE HOPE TO SEE YOU IN 2021. There will be live entertainment, local heritage groups and our signiture BBQ. The BBQ is free for Veterans, just $5 for all others.
June 20th: Exhibit Opening: We are opening an exhibit curated by past summer students on minorities in the military. For more information call Emily Jolliffe at 519-371-0031 or email ejolliffe@billybishop.org. |
July |
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Please call and book in advance as these are very popular, and we have to cap the number of guests at 10. Please remember to distance during the walk as much as possible and have fun!
Victorian Summer Tea: Bringing the Tea to You! Our summer teas are very popular and well attended. Unfortunately, we are unable to host this event at the museum during the month of July. However, we are Bringing the Tea to You! A Tea for 2 to enjoy at home. 1 Bag of Billy's Blend Tea 2 Cups/Saucers for you to keep! 2 Scones & 2 Desserts (Provided by the Best Western Inn on the Bay) Cost: $25.00 (Same as a purchased ticket for the event), Members $20.00 Payment is required when you place your order.
Order deadline: Thursday July 23, 2020 Pickup Date: Friday July 31, 2020 (Noon - 4:00)
Your continued support is very appreciated. No substitutions. All orders are packaged for 2 people. Call 519-371-0031 or email info@billybishop.org
July 20 to 24: Museum Explorers Childrens Summer Camp. Our Summer Staff will get the opportunity to show their skills in creating adventures for children aged 5 to 12. Each day will have a different theme. $120 per child, must attend the whole week due to COVID-19 restrictions, please call or email the Museum for more information, space is limited.
DUE TO COVID-19 our summer camp will be a little bit different this year, BUT still lots of fun while keeping safety as our top priority. We can tell you more when you register - simple changes make all the difference, each child must have their own water and snacks, no sharing, we will be focusing on outside activities and parents will do pick up outside as well. Children may be dropped off at the Museum beginning at 9am. Pick up is at 4:00pm on the Museum's front verandah. Application form must be completed and payment received at the Museum prior to July 13th to complete registration. Select link to open and print pdf of registration form. Parents are expected to take their child's temperature before drop off each morning.
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August |
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Ghost Walks every Sunday night at 8:30pm. $5pp. These walks are designed for those aged 12+ and those that can walk up to 4 kilometers comfortably. Victorian Teas: TBA - stay tuned! |
September |
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October |
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Friday, October 9, 2020 - 10th Anniversary of Fire & Ice Fundraising Gala. PLEASE WATCH OUR WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION CHANGES AS THEY HAPPEN. The annual Fire & Ice Fundraising Gala returns with more sizzle on Friday, October 9th at the Best Western Inn on the Bay. The event features exciting silent auction items and amazing draw prizes. The highlight of the evening is the Live Purse Auction…where one purse contains the “ice”. This highly anticipated ladies night celebrates the life of Owen Sound’s Canadian hero, Billy Bishop. Proceeds go towards upgrading exhibits, providing quality community and education programs, as well as continuing to present Veterans programs to honour those who served and continue to serve. This year we are thrilled to welcome back, Home Decor & More by Rhonda Kirk, as Event Sponsor. “Supporting this local treasure and bringing attention to the significant role Billy Bishop played in both the Great War and Second World War just seemed right. The opportunity for women to meet, network and fundraise makes this event such a good fit for us,” says Rhonda Kirk. The cocktail reception featuring hors d’oeuvres, is once again sponsored by IG Private Wealth Management Todd & Associates. The evening also features local businessmen helping with the serving duties. The dinner menu is Roast Beef, roasted potatoes, dilled carrots, salad, and a roll, a vegetarian option is available which must be reserved when you purchase your ticket. We are grateful for the support of our sponsors, Home Decor & More by Rhonda Kirk and Todd & Associates Private Wealth Management. We are also thankful for our partners Country 93, Mix 106.5, Best Western Inn on the Bay, D.C. Taylor Jewellers and A&T Wedding and Custom Designs. Tickets are $80pp or $70pp for a table of eight. Contact Rhonda Mitchell at rmitchell@billybishop.org or 519-371-0031 to book your tickets. Stay posted for updates as they are available.
October 26th: the 103nd Anniversary of Tommy Holmes being awarded the Victoria Cross October 23th: 16th Spooktacular Trivia Night: Take your Halloween costume for a test run! Prizes for best costumed team, best decorated table, first place team and more. Draw prizes and silent auction. If you attended last year, you know how much fun you can have with Trivia! Get your registration form here and return it to the Museum or email rmitchell@billybishop.org. Tickets are $20/per person. October 25th: 20th Annual Honouring Our Local Veterans: Owen Sound Royal Canadian Legion. Event details to come, please stay posted! This will be a special year! |
November |
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Victorian Christmas Teas: Group sittings available upon request, minium 10 people and maximum of 20. Call 519-371-0031 for details and to make your reservation. $15pp or two for $25. We have started to take bookings for our Victorian Teas. Please book far in advance as these Victorian Christmas teas sell out very quickly once the dates are announced. Call Rhonda at 519-371-0031 or email rmitchell@billybishop.org to reserve your table. |
December |
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Victorian Christmas: November 17th to December 23rd during business hours.
Victorian Christmas Teas: Wednesday, December 2nd and December 9th. We will be serving English style plum pudding with sauce and Billy's Blend tea. Sittings at 1:30 and 3pm. Call 519-371-0031 to reserve your seat at our dining room table. $15pp or two for $25. We also have two group spots available in December, minium 10 people and maximum of 20. Call 519-371-0031 for details and to make your reservation. We have started to take bookings for our Victorian Teas. Please book far in advance as these Victorian Christmas teas sell out very quickly once the dates are announced. Call Rhonda at 519-371-0031 or email rmitchell@billybishop.org to reserve your table.
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Ghost Walks every Sunday night at 8 pm beginning July 12. These walks are designed for those aged 12+ and those that can walk up to 4 kilometers comfortably. $10pp.
October 7th: Thanksgiving/Halloween Tea: A time to reflect..... A special tea to celebrate what we are thankful for will include our favourite pumpkin pie with whipped cream, leaf cookies and our tea. You can always opt for warm apple cider as well. Don't forget Halloween is coming up too! The ghosts and goblins are starting to stir...... BOO! Sittings at 1:30 and 3pm. Call 519-371-0031 or email 
Victorian Christmas: November 17th to December 23rd during business hours.Contact Us