Category: Heritage and History
Get ready for the 29th Mississauga Arts Awards – Nominations open now!
This year, on June 26, 2024, MAC is hosting the MARTYS! MAC wants to recognize homegrown talent and we need your nominations to do so.
Mar 11, 2024 | Community News, Groups/Collective/Organizations, Heritage and History, Hub Highlights, Mississauga Arts Council | 0 |
Norma Nicholson featured on Coping in Colour – A Black Mental Health Podcast
In support of Black Mental Health Week, Author and Nurse Norma Nicholson appeared on the Coping in Colour Podcast to share her insights.
Mar 7, 2024 | Community News, Heritage and History, Writers | 0 |
Modern Mississauga: The Rhythmic History of Mississauga’s Summer Records
Modern Mississauga article by Matthew Wilkinson of Heritage Mississauga on “Earth, Roots and Water” – a reggae group that started in the 1970s in Malton.
Feb 29, 2024 | Heritage and History, Music | 0 |
Check out this virtual museum of 50 historic Mississauga artifacts from Museums of Mississauga
Celebrating Mississauga’s 50th, the Museums of Mississauga created a digital exhibition highlighting 50 artifacts from their collection.
Feb 23, 2024 | Heritage and History | 0 |
Discover the magic of the newly renovated Hazel McCallion Library!
Hazel McCallion Library (aka Central Library) has re-opened its doors to Mississauga. The library and its large community spared no expense or detail with the new layout and inclusions.
Feb 6, 2024 | Business, collections, community, Community News, Groups/Collective/Organizations, Heritage and History, Hub Highlights, Media, mississauga, Resources | 0 |
Mississauga News: Celebrate Black History Month at the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives in Brampton with these 6 events
Celebrate Black History Month with PAMA (Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives) this February – check out their events here.
Feb 5, 2024 | Heritage and History | 0 |
Heritage Mississauga: Ask a Historian – The Story Behind Mississauga’s New Anthem
Matthew Wilkinson sits down with musician Mikey Bloom to chat about his experience writing and creating Mississauga’s brand new anthem
Feb 2, 2024 | Heritage and History, Music | 0 |
Modern Mississauga: Remembering Mississauga’s “Birth of a City Celebrations” in 1974
Learn more about Mississauga’s origin and their “Birth of a City Celebrations” written by Heritage Mississauga’s Historian, Matthew Wilkinson
Jan 25, 2024 | Heritage and History | 0 |
Don’t miss The Credits happening this week, Nov 2!
THE CREDITS is Heritage Mississauga’s annual event, which honours members of the Mississauga...
Oct 31, 2023 | Heritage and History | 0 |
Mississauga News: Understand history: Mississauga celebrating National Indigenous History Month with events
Mississauga News article on National Indigenous History Month events and activities happening across the city.
Jun 14, 2023 | Community News, Heritage and History | 0 |
Heritage Mississauga’s 2023 Annual General Meeting and Book Launch Success!
Heritage Mississauga launched their latest Mississauga Confidential! Learn more about the event and creators Bryan Ho and Nicole Mair.
Jun 2, 2023 | Heritage and History, Writers | 0 |
Ask a Historian: Legend of the Heights Comic Book – Heritage Mississauga
Ask a Historian with Daniel Wong, Illustrator of Heritage Mississauga’s latest comic – The Grange Volume 2: Legend of the Heights.
May 15, 2023 | Comics and Cartooning, Heritage and History | 0 |
Nominations are now OPEN for Heritage Mississauga’s The Credits Awards 2023
Submit a nomination for your Mississauga Heritage Heroes before July 31, 2023 at 5 PM for Heritage Mississauga’s The Credits Award Show!
May 3, 2023 | Heritage and History, Jobs / Calls | 0 |
Mississauga News: New exhibit at PAMA in Brampton offers historic look at Peel
Mississauga News article on PAMA’s upcoming exhibition featuring work from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Peel-based artists
Mar 21, 2023 | Exhibition, Galleries, Heritage and History, Visual Arts | 0 |
insauga: Interactive exhibit with stories of Inuit Canadians now on display in Mississauga
insauga article on Museums of Mississauga’s latest exhibition, The Ones We Met, on display now at the Bradley Museum until April 16
Jan 26, 2023 | Exhibition, Galleries, Heritage and History, Visual Arts | 0 |
Credit, where credit is due, Heritage shines with winning artists
Check out MAC Members who received awards at Heritage Mississauga’s The Credits last night. Congratulations to everyone!
Nov 8, 2022 | Community News, Heritage and History, Mississauga Arts Council | 0 |
Congratulations to the 2022 Recipients of “the Credits” Awards!
Learn more about Heritage Mississauga’s ‘the Credits’ 2022 Award Recipients!
Oct 24, 2022 | Heritage and History | 0 |
Heritage Mississauga: The Life of An Artist – Angelo Belluz In His Own Words
Learn about Mississauga-based Italian artist Angelo Belluz, and his journey as a new immigrant and a visual artist
Aug 16, 2022 | Heritage and History, Visual Arts | 0 |
Modern Mississauga: A brief history of Mississauga’s Small Arms Inspection Building
Modern Mississauga article by Historian Matthew Wilkinson on the history of the Small Arms Inspection Building from wartime to present.
May 24, 2022 | Heritage and History, Media | 0 |
WATCH NOW: Heritage Mississauga – On Cupid’s Wind: A History of Valentine’s Day with Justine Lyn
Tune in to ‘On Cupid’s Wing: A History of Valentine’s Day’! with Justine Lyn, Resource Centre Assistant, Heritage Mississauga.
Feb 15, 2022 | Facebook, Heritage and History, Instagram | 0 |
Ancestry.ca makes thousands of war images available for Remembrance Day
Liz Braun – Publishing date:Nov 10, 2021 • Physical Training No.1 Convalescent Hospital...
Nov 10, 2021 | Heritage and History, Media | 0 |
National Comic Book Day: Heritage Mississauga’s THE GRANGE series
In partnership with Spent Pencils, Heritage Mississauga produces a heritage-themed comic book each year that celebrates the stories of Mississauga. Download a Free copy today!
Sep 25, 2021 | Comics and Cartooning, Heritage and History, Hub Highlights | 0 |
New on the Hub
Stranger Sings – The Parody Musical
The Randolph Theatre 735 Bathurst Street, Toronto
My Brother’s Keeper – Hans Poppe Solo Exhibition
Yorkminster Park Gallery 1585 Yonge Street, Toronto
A City in Tune – A Celebration of Music in Mississauga Exhibition
Bradley Museum 1620 Orr Road, Mississauga
BOOK LAUNCH Charismatic Chiaroscuro – Poetry and Art
The Grange 1921 Dundas Street West, Mississauga
Improv Workshop with Julian Frid – SAWITRI Theatre Group
AN1 Studios 2465 Cawthra Road, Unit 132, MississaugaWeek of Events
Inside. Outside. Of.
Through intuitive, tenuously articulated works, the four artists brought together in this exhibition reflect upon how we situate ourselves in relation to various planes of interconnection and existence. Works by […]
Stranger Sings – The Parody Musical
Take a trip back to Hawkins, Indiana: 1983…when times were simpler, hair was bigger, and unsupervised children were getting snatched by inter-dimensional creatures. STRANGER SINGS! THE PARODY MUSICAL is a […]
Together for Tomorrow: Earth Days in Action
This exhibit takes a look at how climate change is affecting our community, from rising temperatures and extreme weather events to disruptions in ecosystems and communities. Climate change is real […]
Spirit Seeds – Museums of Mississauga
Immerse yourself in the intricate and beautiful world of Indigenous beadwork at Spirit Seeds. Curated by Indigenous artist Naomi Smith (Chippewas of Nawash, Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario), this exhibition presents a rich visual exploration […]
My Brother’s Keeper – Hans Poppe Solo Exhibition
Hans Poppe My Brother's Keeper February 23 to April 24, 2025 Reception: Sunday, January 23, 2025, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. Hans Poppe, a Tanzanian-Canadian artist, is celebrated for […]
The Artistic Viewpoint
You are invited to an Opening Reception of SOVA's show, The Artistic Viewpoint, Sunday afternoon, March 30 from 1:30 - 3:30 pm, in the Helson Gallery at the Halton Hills […]
Spring Exhibition – Trazos Latinos
Join Trazos Latinos for their Spring 2025 Exhibition at the Grange (home of Heritage Mississauga) at 1921 Dundas St W, L5K 1R2. Catch the opening reception! Friday, May 2, 2025 7:00 […]
SAWITRI Shorts Festival 2025
The SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival is here in Mississauga! Starting April 5th, 2025, get ready to experience short plays in various South Asian languages, every weekend at Maja Prentice […]
A City in Tune – A Celebration of Music in Mississauga Exhibition
This exciting exhibition explores the City’s rich musical landscape, highlighting the diverse voices, cultures, and communities that have shaped its sound. From local legends to grassroots movements, the exhibition showcases […]
Alexis Martinez Live – Tropical Fiesta and Social
Join Hollywood's 2 time World Entertainment Award Winner Alexis Martinez live with DJ Latin Soul on Saturday, April 19 from 8 PM - 1 AM at Army Navy & Airforce […]
Jazz Rangers live at the Port Credit Legion
Jazz Rangers live at the Port Credit Legion
The Jazz Rangers are back for an afternoon of music and fun! www.jazzrangers.com
Aap ka Khayal Aaya – Shorts Festival
Aap ka Khayal Aaya – Shorts Festival
Come witness the magic 'Aap ka Khayal Aaya' - paying homage to the greats of the Golden Era of Hindi cinema aka Bollywood - Sahir Ludhianvi and Dev Anand. Happening […]
Aap ka Khayal Aaya – Shorts Festival
Aap ka Khayal Aaya – Shorts Festival
Come witness the magic 'Aap ka Khayal Aaya' - paying homage to the greats of the Golden Era of Hindi cinema aka Bollywood - Sahir Ludhianvi and Dev Anand. Happening […]
EXPROSÉ: Virtual Writing Workshop & Open Mic
EXPROSÉ: Virtual Writing Workshop & Open Mic
Exprosé is a space for poets and writers to commune with featured poets and witness these artists peel the layers of metaphors and similes away from their pieces. The title […]
Piano Heist – Living Arts Centre
Piano Heist – Living Arts Centre
Living Arts Centre 24/25 Season Event Nico Rhodes and Patrick Courtin have been friends since Elementary School, connecting because they both love playing the piano and believe it is the […]
Art Hive Pop Ups – Art Gallery of Mississauga
Art Hive Pop Ups – Art Gallery of Mississauga
Join Art Gallery of Mississauga in person and explore art-making at various locations across Mississauga! This is a free community drop-in program promoting mental health and connection through the use of […]
BOOK LAUNCH Charismatic Chiaroscuro – Poetry and Art
BOOK LAUNCH Charismatic Chiaroscuro – Poetry and Art
BOOK LAUNCHCharismatic Chiaroscuro - Poetry and ArtShifting Silhouettes - PoetryBy Meena Chopra Readings | Video Art Display | ConversationsThursday April 17, 2025Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMVenue: Heritage Mississauga – […]
Improv Workshop with Julian Frid – SAWITRI Theatre Group
Improv Workshop with Julian Frid – SAWITRI Theatre Group
SAWITRI Theatre Group is excited to welcome Spring with an improv workshop with Julian Frid. If you have done improv before and want to be a part of a workshop […]
Marathi Shorts – SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival
Marathi Shorts – SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival
As a part of SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival, don't miss Mi Ladachi Maina Tumchi presented in Marathi on April 19 at 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Get tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sstf-2025-marathi
Marathi Shorts – SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival
Marathi Shorts – SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival
As a part of SAWITRI Shorts Theatre Festival, don't miss Mi Ladachi Maina Tumchi presented in Marathi on April 19 at 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Get tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/sstf-2025-marathi
Early Bird Tickets on Sale | “Hearing the East 2025” Choral Concert
Early Bird Tickets on Sale | “Hearing the East 2025” Choral Concert
Early Bird Tickets on Sale | "Hearing the East 2025" Choral Concert – NeoVoce Philharmonic Choir Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025, 7:30 PM Venue: Trinity-St. Paul's United Church, 427 Bloor […]