Mackin House
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Thursday Mashup: Comics Night – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaStop by Mackin House on Thursday Feb 22, anytime from 4pm-8pm to view our comic book show and tell. Coquitlam Heritage staff will have over 100 of their own comic book and graphic novel collections on display for people to browse through and read at the museum. Come by and... Read more
Get Your Game On at Mackin House – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaIn celebration of our mini exhibit, Get Your Game On, we are hosting a game night at Mackin House. Come by anytime between 2-8pm to learn the history of games through our exhibit and play different games in our 1909 parlour room. Feel free to bring any games you would... Read more
Vintage Valentines – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaOur modern traditions of exchanging Valentines Day cards wasn’t common until the Victorian era, where they soon became known for their elegant aesthetics of lace, paper cut, and colour. Join us on Thursday, February 8, for an evening of making your own vintage Valentine cards. Grab a warm drink, read... Read more
Lunar New Year Family Celebration – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaCelebrate Lunar New Year with us at Mackin House on January 27, from 12pm-3pm. Learn about Lunar New Year traditions through stories and songs with Yuto Books, with story time sessions available throughout the day in three different languages (English, Mandarin, Cantonese). We will have English and Chinese books available... Read more
Gather Around the Radio: A Christmas Carol – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaBefore screens became portable and so readily accessible families would gather around the radio for their entertainment. Join us for an evening of holiday entertainment in our parlour. Listen to the wonderful story of Charles Dicken's A Christmas Carol narrated by Patrick Stewart. Refreshments will be served. Story is told... Read more
Winter Wonders Community Celebration
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaJoin us for holiday fun at Heritage Square. Visit with Santa, make crafts, sip hot chocolate while listening to carols and stories that celebrate the magic of the winter season. - Story walk in our Train Caboose - Santa visits at Fraser Mills Train Station - Mackin House Holiday Decor... Read more
Art in History: Afterschool Program – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaThis six week program will take kids on a tour of major art moments throughout history and allow them to create their own inspired pieces. Each week will focus on a different form of art making and look at the artists who contributed to that style throughout history. We will... Read more
Candle Making for the Dark Season Workshop – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaAs we head into the dark time of year, join us at Mackin House to make various candles to warm and light up your home. Learn and try out dipping candles in various colours, rolled beeswax tapers, seasonally scented soy t-lights, and bayberry candles. $40 per person. $36 for CH... Read more
Art in History: Afterschool Program – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaThis six week program will take kids on a tour of major art moments throughout history and allow them to create their own inspired pieces. Each week will focus on a different form of art making and look at the artists who contributed to that style throughout history. We will... Read more
Heritage Halloween – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaIt's time to get spooky! Visit our haunted train station, listen to Vancouver's favourite the Carnival Band, make crafts, get your face painted, enjoy a juggling show, and have some treats! Visit our community partners in Heritage Square Coquitlam Public Library & Place des Arts for more Halloween fun! This... Read more