Colonel By Day 2024

Celebrate Ottawa’s rich history and the legacy of Lieutenant-Colonel John By with a weekend full of engaging activities, live performances, and family-friendly fun at the Bytown Museum! 

Dates: August 3-5, 2024
Location: Bytown Museum, Ottawa

 Event Highlights:

 Celtic Cross Ceremony: Commemorate the builders of the Rideau Canal with a special ceremony. (Aug 5, 2-3 PM)

 Guided Tours: Discover Ottawa’s history with guided tours in both English and French. (Aug 3-5)

 Crafts and Activities: Enjoy hands-on activities like designing your own timber stamp and playing with historical toys. (Aug 3-5)

 Costumed Interpretation: Meet roving interpreters in historical outfits and learn about the past. (Aug 3-5)

Photo Booth: Enchanted Booth will be featuring their Digital Photo Booth at the event. Be sure to swing by their booth for some fun! (Aug 5)

Live Performance: Experience a musical performance by Talamh Karen:na, followed by a beadwork and leatherwork demo. (Aug 5)

 Outdoor Fun: Cool off with ice cream and lemonade from our outdoor tent. (Aug 3-5)

 Workshop: How a Boat Floats: Participate in an interactive workshop to learn about the principles of displacement and build your own clay boat! (Aug 3-5)

Bring your family and friends for a memorable weekend celebrating our city’s heritage! All ages are welcome, and there’s something for everyone to enjoy.