The Elman W. Campbell Museum offers fun and lively activities for adults 18+, including group outreach presentations at your facility, customized group tours and fun get-togethers.
Check back here for more upcoming Adult Programs at the Elman W. Campbell Museum.
All ages. Free admission (monetary donations accepted)
Our monthly scavenger hunt themes are designed to be a challenging, yet fun and exciting way for you to explore the museum and learn more about local history and see what pieces of Newmarket history the Museum collects. Have fun with hands-on tabletop activities. Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Cozy Quilt Pattern Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, January 11, 2025 I 10 to 11:30 a.m
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Can you find all the warm, cozy, quilts on display? Look for the answers hidden in the quilts.
To Newmarket with Love
Saturday, February 15, 2025 I 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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Bring a date and go on an exploration adventure to find pieces of love hiding in the museum displays.
The Illuminating Lantern Challenge
Saturday, March 15, 2025 I 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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Have fun exploring the museum exhibits and find the different lanterns that lit up people's lives from days gone by.
$5/child. Suitable for ages 4 to 10. Adult supervision required. Pre-Register in advance at Xplor
Participants will develop their hand and eye coordination, creativity, motor skills and enjoy some fun activities making unique crafts. Finish with a themed scavenger hunt and tabletop activities.
Scrapbook Paper Easter Egg Wreath
Saturday, April 5 | Two sessions 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Get ready for Easter designing your own Easter Egg Wreath. Participants will learn how to trace shapes and develop scissor skills. Try a themed scavenger hunt and have fun with hands on tabletop activities.
Extraordinary Easter Fun Event
Saturday, April 12 | Two sessions 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 to 2 p.m.
Hop in for a themed scavenger hunt, try some fun tabletop activities, see our displays, and receive an Easter treat from the Easter Bunny. Don't forget to bring your camera.
Museums are a vital part of Ontario's education system, supporting skills in reading, science, math, history and critical thinking! Check out our programs for May.
Vintage Inspired Tea Gift for Mom
Saturday, May 10 | 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Suitable for ages 4+ Parent/guardian supervision required | $5.50/child | Pre-Register in advance at Xplor
Design a vintage inspired scrapbook teacup with matching card complete with a teabag, all wrapped up to give to Mom! Try the teacup scavenger hunt and discover the amazing collection of teacups and teapots on display. Have fun with hands-on tabletop activities.
LEGO® ART
Saturday, May 24 | 10 to 11:30a.m. or 1 to 3p.m.
All Ages | Parent/guardian supervision required | $5.50/child | Pre-Register in advance at Xplor
Get creative using LEGO®blocks and stamp pads to create a LEGO® art. Try a themed scavenger hunt. Take a tour of the Heritage Lego Buildings display and vote for your favourite building.
