Events

Presented by Sara Williams, retired University of Saskatchewan horticulturist and traveller. Don't miss this wonderful talk!

Learn how to recognize them by appearance and song Dennis Fast, wildlife photographer, author and gardener.

February 16, 2018 Guys & Dolls Gala Event 8 pm - 12 am Grades 7 - 12 1920’s Prohibition Gala Event come dressed to the nine’s or in period clothing. Dance the night away, meet new people and have a blast with your friends. Tickets will be required for entry. Drinks and snacks available for

Come "cook and chat" on the Food History Truck.: hop on board, cook a sample of a recipe that is meaningful to you, while sharing your story with us.   Schedule your time by completing the online form at https://www.manitobafoodhistory.ca/would-you-like-to-be-interviewed-for-the-manitoba-food-history-project.

Pedal Car Derby What are you doing Saturday, July 14? We have something for all ages at the Heritage Classic Car Show. Kids ages 3-10 can compete with their pedal powered rides that have 3 or more wheels. We have a timed race which will also be monitored by the RCMP. Yes, they will have

Mennonite Heritage Village has new hours!!! We will now be open to the public Tuesday thru Saturday 9 am - 5 pm Gift Shop and Galleries are open year round and you can wander the grounds as well. ***Outdoor buildings will not be open until May 1***

Save the Date!  Please join us for our fourth annual Christmas at the Village Market, being held on Saturday, November 10th 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Admission: Bring a tin for the bin in support of Steinbach Community Christmas.   Village books and gifts will have many one day only specials on books, gifts and toys. 

MHV Village Books and Gifts presents “THE RUSSIAN MENNONITE STORY” BOOK LAUNCH Monday, November 26th, 2018 at 7:00 pm Introduction by Royden Loewen Speaker Aileen Friesen Take a unique journey through the Russian Mennonite past with Paul Toews’ Mennonite Heritage Cruise Lectures. With nearly 100 historic photographs, this coffee-table book offers a rare glimpse into

Join us for an Appetizer Evening to raise funds for the restoration of the Hochfeld House and to acknowledge the retirement of Executive Director Barry Dyck.

Friday, February 15, 2019 7 pm - 11 pm Join us for a fun evening of games of chance, face painting, henna and airbrushing, dancing, an escape room, a photo booth and snacks. We have an old time western county fair theme this year. You can dress up in western wear if you choose, not

LOW GERMAN TEASER Experience an evening of: Low German music Low German idioms and stories Launch of Jack Thiessen’s Low German-English dictionary and interview And for those that don’t know Low German, a sample lesson on ‘how to learn 15 Low German words in ten minutes’ Refreshments provided (including plautz) Wednesday, April 17, 7:30 MHV

What are your parents/grandparents saying? Something in Low German? Why not take a few Low German lessons at MHV! Understand the conversation at your gatherings. Learn some Low German humour. Experience family stories in the language of your parents. Five lessons in May.  Includes a copy of Jack Thiessen’s Low German Dictionary. For more information

The Mennonite Heritage Village will be celebrating with the city of Steinbach between June 14-16, 2019 for the Summer in the City festival. We hope you will stop by our booth for some delicious waffles with white sauce; a meal all by itself.  While you are there, play “Guess the Artifact” and shake hands or

Grand Opening on November 10th, with FREE Faspa meal at 5 pm.

MHV is hosting its annual WINTERFEST on Saturday,  February 15, 2020, from 9 am to 5 pm! This will be a jam-packed day with lots of activities for the whole family, AND IT IS FREE ADMISSION.  Hot dogs, soup, and hot chocolate will be available for purchase, as will a Faspa Menu - buns, homemade

Part One https://youtu.be/imC7uN3X5hA   Part Two https://youtu.be/XCO9cbG-UiI   Part Three https://youtu.be/qJ9bMuRUKko Part Four https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1pttNzYeNM Part Five   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOb_eVAbik4

In response to the new Southern Health COVID restrictions that come into effect Monday, November 9, 2020, MHV has cancelled this event.   To purchase your copy of the new book "Mennonite Village Photography", a collaborative effort put together by the Mennonite Historic Arts Committee (MHAC); Susie Fisher, PhD, Curator Gallery in the Park; Andrea Klassen,

We are bringing the museum into your living room through a series of videos called Mennonite Heritage Village at Home. Each week we will be bringing you stories, songs, and whole bunch more. We are going to be offering a special show each week for just the kids. Follow the link below for all the

"Hard Decisions: Mennonite Response to War" - Hans Werner Born in Saskatchewan to immigrant parents who came to Canada after World War II, Hans Werner brings a depth of knowledge to the intersection of Mennonites and War. Hans' years of instruction and leadership with the University of Winnipeg and the D.F. Plett Foundation will help

Guest Speaker: Dr. Aileen Friesen Aileen Friesen is an assistant professor and co-director for the Centre for Transnational Mennonite Studies at the University of Winnipeg. She is also the executive director of the D. F. Plett Historical Research Foundation. Theme: Migrants Title: Revisiting the Mythologies: Russian Military Service and Mennonite Migration This session will focus

Speaker: Ben Nobbs-Thiessen Title: On the Front Lines of the Chaco War (1932-35): Locating Mennonite Settlers Amid Twentieth Century Latin America's Largest Interstate Conflict. Description: This session will focus on telling the story of the Mennonite settlers in Paraguay as they dealt with the Chaco War. Ben Nobbs-Thiessen provides insight into the issues of peace

  We are thrilled to announce our exhibition of Mennonite clocks will soon be on display in Winnipeg at the Manitoba Museum! An exhibition developed by Kroeger Clocks Heritage Foundation in partnership with Mennonite Heritage Village. This stunning exhibition features 16 Mennonite clocks, made between the 1700s and early 1900s and transported to Manitoba by

Come enjoy a night of Low German entertainment! Admission: $10 December 5th, 2023, 7:00 pm   Featuring: Readings by - Veleda Goulden, Ron Plett - Koop & Boua and music by Ken Sawatzky Q&A Sessions with the authors and a book signing   Refreshments of Pie & Coffee will be served.  

Join us February 15th, from 7-9pm for a local authors event. Enjoy an evening of local authors while also perusing the new Mennonite Village Photography exhibit. Hear from the creators of the exhibit and accompanying photo book about how the process of curating this amazing collection of work by local pioneering photographers. Hear from local

30,000 eggs Three united local organizations One morning only   The Great Easter Egg Hunt!     The Great Easter Egg Hunt returns to MHV, but this time with even more activities! Grab an Easter egg basket and bring your kids to what will be an unforgettable morning of romping around the MHV grounds to

Join us April 18th for the book launch of James Urry's new ethnographic publication, On Stony Ground: Russländer Mennonites and the Rebuilding of Community in Grunthal, published by University of Toronto Press.   The publisher's description reads: On Stony Ground presents a historical ethnographic account of a generation of Mennonites from the Soviet Union who, following Russia’s revolution

Celebrate the MHV's 60th anniversary and the 150th anniversary of Mennonites in Manitoba. On May 24th, 2024, Mennonite Heritage Village would like to invite you to join us for the annual Spring Gala. This year we are not only looking back at our history in the community, but also looking forward to the great things

Join us at the MHV for a day of classic cars on our village street. Come celebrate heritage vehicles in our heritage space. Regular admission rates apply: Adults - $15/ Seniors & Students - $12 / Children - $8 / 5 & Under - Free / *New* Family Day Pass - $50 Car Registration from

  If you have volunteered at MHV this year, you are invited to attend our volunteer appreciation night! No formal invitations will be mailed or emailed. October 2, 2024 - 7pm.

Join the Mennonite Heritage Village in celebrating the launch of Ralph Friesen's new book, "Prosperity Ever - Depression Never": Steinbach in the 1930s. Monday, Oct. 7, 7pm at the Mennonite Heritage Village. The evening will feature a presentation by the author and light refreshments. Book description: "The village of Steinbach, Manitoba, defied the odds in