Western Development Museum Stories
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An illuminating time piece: Shining a light on radium in museum artifacts
August 17, 2022
Moose JawNorth BattlefordSaskatoonYorkton
The Mystery Watch Upon discharge from a military hospital, pilot William Clarence Johnston received his personal effects, recovered with him from a plane crash site by stretcher bearers in the…
Memory Mondays – Royal Visits
August 1, 2022
Moose JawNorth BattlefordSaskatoonYorkton
In June, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years on the throne. As Canada’s Head of State, she has made multiple visits over the years,…
The Doily
July 13, 2022
Moose JawNorth BattlefordSaskatoonYorkton
The doily, a decorative and protective textile once found adorning the tops of furniture in many homes, has largely gone extinct. Often placed under vases, centerpieces and dinnerware on dining…
Memory Mondays – Boomtown
July 4, 2022
Moose JawNorth BattlefordSaskatoonYorkton
On July 11, 1972, the WDM Saskatoon opened its doors to the public with its main highlight, “Pioneer Street,” now called Boomtown. To celebrate, our #MemoryMondays feature will highlight a…
What do I do if the WDM doesn’t want my artifacts?
June 15, 2022
Moose JawNorth BattlefordSaskatoonYorkton
The WDM Collection of artifacts represents over 75, 000 artifacts, most of which were generously donated by Saskatchewan people. In fact, we have so many artifacts, that we generally decline…
Memory Mondays – Small Settler Homes
June 6, 2022
Moose JawNorth BattlefordSaskatoonYorkton
This month’s #MemoryMondays are featuring small settler homes! These very small houses were built by early Saskatchewan settlers as temporary shelters until they could build larger, more permanent homes. When…
5 Ways To ‘Stretch’ Food Like a Wartime Home Cook
May 25, 2022
Moose JawNorth BattlefordSaskatoonYorkton
Food Rationing During the Second World War, many resources were diverted to the war effort. Rationing was introduced across Canada to make sure everyone got their share and to stop…
WDM SASKATOON RECEIVES FUNDING FOR ACCESSIBILITY PROJECT ON BOOMTOWN
May 25, 2022
Saskatoon
The Government of Canada is investing in the WDM Saskatoon through $106,410 from PrairiesCan under the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF), and $40,790 from Canadian Heritage under the Canada Cultural…
Moving a Collection – Part 3
May 11, 2022
Moose JawNorth BattlefordSaskatoonYorkton
The Curatorial & Corporate Services Centre is currently moving the Small Artifacts and Documents Collection. Learn more about the project here. The first step was to conduct an inventory of…
WDM SIGNS SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT WITH BMO FINANCIAL GROUP FOR BMO DAY AT THE WDM
May 5, 2022
Moose JawNorth BattlefordSaskatoonYorkton
The Western Development Museum is thrilled to announce a province-wide three-year sponsorship agreement has been signed with BMO Financial Group to provide two free admission days per year at each…
