events - 2023

• pē-kiyokē Creative Arts Festival - Free music, food, poetry readings & dance (August 27: 1-5pm)
  pē-kiyokē is Winnipeg's newest free Creative Arts Festival, based in the heart of the city. pē-kiyokē means "come and visit" in Ininímowin -- this is your invitation to experience the best of Winnipeg's local culture.
  This free event celebrates the rich diversity of our local artistic scene with presentations of literature, music, dance & food; all hosted at one of the oldest homes in Winnipeg.
  
  Music by:
  Sam Singer
  Jus' Drummin'
  Trevor Greyeyes
  Readings by City of Winnipeg Poets Laureate:
  Chimwemwe Undi
  Duncan Mercredi
  Di Brandt
  Food by Feast Bistro
  Tours, exhibits & local history by Ross House Museum
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  Thank-you to our sponsors: The Province of Manitoba, City Councilor Ross Eadie, Feast Bistro, Unicity Paint & Body, D.G.I. Custom Machine Works, Dhaka Automobile
  

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Past Events

• Historic Point Douglas Walking Tours (Dates TBA)
  Our expert guides will lead you through 200 years of history, and it's all within walking distance. Visit a notorious fugitive's hideout, a thriving red light district, and one of the birthplaces of the Winnipeg General Strike.​

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• Historic Flintlock and Woodcarving Demonstration with Dan Waldman
  Join us on Saturday August 3rd for a FREE historic flintlock and wood carving demonstration led by friend of the museum, Dan Waldman! Learn how to use a flintlock gun, similar to the ones owned by the Ross' found at the museum, followed by a wood carving demonstration using historic techniques from the Ross Family's time.
  
  
• Canada Day - Free Community BBQ (July 1)
  Join us for a free community BBQ in Joe Zuken Park! Celebrate Canada's birthday with food, music, and family friendly games.

 

• Paranormal Investigation (June 22)
  Discover the paranormal potential of the 164 year old Ross House. The Winnipeg Paranormal Group will guide participants and offer hands-on experience with the technological and metaphysical techniques used for their investigations.

 

• Opening Day (June 5th)
  Regular hours and drop-in tours begin today!