Two centuries of history deserves more than a party- it deserves a full-scale celebration!
Join us as Macpherson House marks its 200th birthday with an afternoon packed with live entertainment, hands-on activities, music, games, and community fun for all ages. This is a FREE, drop-in, all-are-welcome event designed for families, friends, and curious visitors of every kind.
Another reason to celebrate is that this party marks the beginning of Macpherson House summer programming for 2026!
From traditional Indigenous drumming and storytelling to high-energy roaming performers, lawn games, and creative stations, the grounds and house will come alive with music, movement, and more!
Mark your calenders, this is one party you won’t want to miss!
What’s Happening:
Celebrate with a full lineup of activities running throughout the day! The official opening kicks off at 11:00AM, with the remainder of activities beginning at 11:30AM.
- Opening ceremony with Judii Merle, featuring traditional drumming, land acknowledgment, and storytelling (11:00–11:20AM)
- Self-guided exploration of Macpherson House, including loom demonstrations
- Live music by Brad Gibson
- Roaming entertainment including a juggler and stilt walkers
- Lawn games and outdoor activities
- Community art projects including Colour Me Groovy canvas painting and stick mandalas (while supplies last)
- Face painting ($5 per person)
- Birthday cupcakes available for purchase ($5 each, while supplies last)
- L&A Libraries information table on-site
Bring your own lawn chair, or a blanket to sit and enjoy the festivities.
Accessible portable toilet will be on site.
Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
No pre-registration is required. A small parking lot is available on Elizabeth just across from the House. Street parking is encouraged.