Fencing 101
Participants are provided with fencing equipment (jackets, gloves, masks, chest protectors and swords) and trained in the basics of Olympic style fencing by a certified fencing coach. Focus is on technique, safety protocols and footwork. We also have half-day and full-day Fencing workshops available. This programme is sponsored by the Ontario Fencing Association.

Historical Dance
Dance has been a part of humanity dating back long before historical record. Many early societies had very distinct dance styles and the ability to dance could change a person's life in some cases. This workshop allows participants to learn different historical dances from around the world.

Ancient Sports & Games
How old are the sports you play? When was soccer invented? Do you know what Kubb is? This workshop explores the types of games and sports played during ancient times with an emphasis on the different ways children entertained themselves and the origins of the sports we play today.

Drumming From Around the World
An examination of drumming throughout history and around the world: exploring its uses in work, warfare, rituals and entertainment. Participants will learn to drum in various styles and have access to a variety of instruments. This is not a drumming circle and does not contain First Nations content.

Evolution of Arms and Armour
This workshop explores how humans developed arms and armour. How each evolved with the advancement of technology and science. Participants get to try a number of ancient activities such as slinging, archery and shield formations.

Pirates: Facts vs. Fiction
Pirates have existed ever since humans have been seafaring. We explore the harsh realities pirates actually endured historically. There are hands-on elements and our instructor will be dressed in accurate clothing from the golden age of piracy.

Ancient Board Games
Humans have been playing games for thousands of years. How have they evolved over time? This workshop has students learn the history of games and try some of the oldest games from all over the world!

The Art of the Court Jester
This tactile workshop allows participants to learn the various skills employed by fools and jesters throughout the world: juggling, balancing, tumbling, telling jokes and much more!

The Mobile Museum
This session compares daily life now to back in ancient times especially from the perspective of a child. Little things kids take for granted as well as major life events will be explored in this tactile, artifact based, workshop.

Behind the Shield: Life as a Roman Legionary
This workshop will explore what it was like to be a Roman soldier and includes discussion as well as a plethora of hands on activities including marching, shield formations and much more.

The Armoury
This workshop is 100% tactile with participants getting to explore armour and artifacts from various points in history. Participants will learn how weapons and armour were developed during ancient times and connect with history as no museum would ever allow.

Siege Weapons
This workshop is 100% tactile with participants getting to explore our custom made siege weapons and their historical significance. Participants will get to build structures using boxes and then we will attempt to storm the battlements (knock them down) using math and science elements. Organizers will be expected to collect boxes for use during this workshop.

Watercolour 101
This session explores the ancient art of watercolour painting conducted by an visual arts instructor (and artist). Historical significance will be explored and participants will create their own watercolour painting using artistic equipment and supplies.

Puppetry
Puppetry is a very ancient art form thought to have originated about 4000 years ago. Puppets have been used since the earliest times to animate and communicate the ideas and needs of human societies. This session will explore the uses of puppets, the art of puppeteering and have participants create their own skits using a variety of puppets and techniques. All equipment is provided.

Cartography
Participants will design and create their own community maps based on set criteria involving the principles of map making. Participants will extract and analyse information from various maps, read a coordinate grid system and become familiar with historic reasons for map making.

The Illuminated Letter
Lead by a professional artist, participants will design and create their own medieval graphic. Working with watercolour paints and paper, participants will learn about symbolism, heraldry and the invention of evolution of writing and book production in bygone centuries.

Time Measurement Devices
How did society measure time before electricity or batteries? How was the first clock invented? How has it evolved over time? How does it relate to the calendar? These questions are answered in this fascinating workshop where participants learn the history of time measurement and build their own measurement device using provided supplies.

Singing & Sea Shanties
Without electricity life is very different. Singing was a big part of everyday life, especially for those at sea. This workshop discusses the evolution of song, its various purposes and teaches participants several sea shanties and even gives them the chance to do some group song writing!

Ancient Jobs
Jobs continue to change throughout history. Some jobs still exist, such as being a Cardinal or a Sheriff, a painter or a midwife. But many jobs have changed. This inquiry-based, tactile workshop will allow participants to explore many amazing artifacts that pertained to specific jobs throughout history.