Programming at Touchstones
Book Launch! A new book for Nelson
Thursday, September 2, from 6 to 8pm
What began as an idea to showcase a small, quirky, history-filled, lovely mountain town became a Canadian bestseller before the turn of the millennium. The 1996 photographic coffee table book Nelson, British Columbia in Photographs sold 14,000 copies over two editions. Now, the team of Anne DeGrace and Steve Thornton (Ward Creek Press), with photographer David R. Gluns, are poised to release a new book. Nelson, British Columbia, a full-colour pictorial, will launch at Touchstones Nelson on Thursday, September 2, from 6 to 8pm.
Nelson, British Columbia follows the same successful format as its predecessor, but with 114 new photographs and accompanying text, as well as 14 archival photographs, most supplied by Touchstones Nelson. An exhibition of photographs by David Gluns complements the evening; the show remains on display through September. All are welcome to the launch in the lobby of Touchstones, with the entire facility open to tour, by donation, beginning at 5pm.
Curator's Tour
Touchstones Nelson is pleased to offer tours of temporary exhibitions on the first Thursday of every month.
Family Day Workshops
The Family Days Workshop Series is the foundation of children's programming at Touchstones Nelson. Through these monthly programs, children are given the opportunity to take part in unique, hands-on activities that make history come alive. Touchstones Nelson also encourages the free exploration of personal expression and creative thinking through art-making.
Think of Thursday!
Every Thursday from 5 to 8pm is by donation!
Don't miss this great opportunity to connect with your local museum, art gallery and archives!
Programming at Touchstones Nelson
Another school year is upon us and Touchstones Nelson is ready with History Hounds. This program is designed specifically for students in grades three to five. The program is linked to specific content in the BC curriculum for these grades; is delivered by a trained volunteer, and takes place in the Touchstones permanent museum exhibit. This year's program features new artifacts and craft activities. Join us and be a History Hound!!
We are available to make a presentation to school staff and answer questions about the tours at your convenience. Please call us at 352-9813 to book a presentation. Alternatively, you can call us with your questions anytime during business hours at 352-9813 or send us an email at: info@touchstonesnelson.ca.