Events and Exhibits
The Bog Tours 2025 - Fridays and Saturdays - April 11 until May 31
This program is funded by the PEI Government Anti-Racism Grant in Partnership with the Black Cultural Society of PEI
- The Bog Tour is FREE for community groups
- Starting and ending at Beaconsfield Historic House - 2 Kent Street, Charlottetown
- Tours for individuals - pay-what-you-can - suggested amount $5
- Please note this is a walking tour (45 minutes) and weather-dependent.
Tours are offered at the following times
- Mornings: 9:00, 10:00 and 11:00
- Afternoons: 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Tours for school groups are available Monday to Thursday at 9:00 - 10:00 and 11:00 am
Max. 35 students per tour. Offered in English or French for schools only.
For more information and to book, please email peiblackhistorytour@gmail.com
Exhibitions - May 2025
Threads by Summerside Art Club
About the Artists
Threading through Summerside Art Club’s newest exhibit, whether literally, figuratively, or transcendentally, the members of PEI’s oldest art club have taken up the challenge of Threads. Visitors will be treated to a variety of mediums, interpretations and joyous takes on the theme. Everything from oil, acrylic, fiber art, mixed media, and much more will be on display.
The exhibition runs from May 5 to June 13
Exhibit admission is FREE - suggested donation of $5
Location: Eptek Art & Culture Centre, Summerside.
For more information call 902-888-8373 - facebook.com/Eptek.Centre and instagram.com/eptek.centre
Freshly Knit by Michele Hartlen
PEI Mutual Festival of Small Halls | Prince Edward Island
PEI’s Poet Laureate Tanya Davis hosts History in the Making at Orwell Corner Historic Village.
Music. Dance. Storytelling. An exceptional Island experience.
See the festival's schedule here
Quilting into Spring by The Northern Lights Quilt Guild
About the artists
The Northern Lights Quilt Guild members are back this spring with their exhibition titled Quilting into Spring. This guild has been in operation for over 25 years. Featured items include a range of pieces, from miniature to king-size quilts, and everything in between. The quilts will remain on view until May 23rd.
Exhibit admission is FREE - suggested donation of $5
Location: Eptek Art & Culture Centre, Summerside.
For more information, call 902-888-8373 - facebook.com/Eptek.Centre and instagram.com/eptek.centre
Kids Programs
Fossil Day - May 2 from 1:00-3:30 - Beaconsfield Carriage House, 2 Kent Street
An event for all ages featuring fossil displays, hands-on family-friendly activities, a talk by fossil expert Laura MacNeil - Founder of Prehistoric Island Tours - and much more! Admission is FREE and donations are graciously accepted. All proceeds will go towards purchasing additional cabinets for new fossil storage. You won’t want to miss it!
2025 Summer Camps Registration Open - Sign up Here
Your child will step back in time at Orwell Corner Historic Village summer camps. Through hands-on activities, children will experience life as it was in the 1900s. From churning butter and making ice cream, to blacksmithing and caring for farm animals, campers will have an experience like no other. Fun, learning, and a little time travel - all packed into an unforgettable week. Join us for old-fashioned rope making, wagon rides through the village, hands-on farm activities, traditional crafts, games and more! Camps are Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Ages 6-10. Campers are responsible for bringing their own snacks and lunch. Sign up form and registration HERE
For more information call us at (902) 651-8515 / (902) 368-6600 or email kevindmaclean@gov.pe.ca
Special Viewing
The Summerside Historical Society invites you to a special showing of A Hidden History, a Bell-Fibe TV mini-series.
Sunday, May 4th at 1:00 pm at the Eptek Art & Culture Centre in Summerside.
Is Canada's smallest province hiding a secret history? On Hidden History, author Katie Hickox travels to the Island to investigate a centuries-old mystery that has captivated her for decades. Katie and her team will be on site to answer any questions.
This is a FREE event, and all are welcome, however, space is limited, and reservations are recommended. To reserve seats, please contact the Eptek Team at 902-888-8373.