Museum Day

Moose Jaw

June 3, 2026 -

Grades:

Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Kindergarten

Subjects:

Science, Social Studies

Program Cost:

$4.50/student + GST

Length:

2-4 hours

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Description

Museum Day will bring the Museum alive with demonstrations, interpretations, displays and activities. In groups led by their teacher or a chaperone, students learn by doing as they try their hand at heritage skills under the direction of WDM staff and volunteers. Students can try butter churning, making old
fashioned ice cream, learn how to use typewriters and more. They will meet Museum volunteers who will demonstrate their knowledge and skills of Saskatchewan's past.

Plus, explore the Museum galleries which feature planes, trains, automobiles and more. Climb aboard a locomotive train engine and sit in a Snowbirds jet. Learn about Saskatchewan innovations such as Medicare, air ambulances and the automated teller machine (ATM).

Program Type

Museum-Led

WDM staff or volunteers will lead you and your students through set programming. Museum staff or volunteers will:

Greet your group when you arrive to introduce the program and review the Museum rules.
Ensure that all required materials are ready.
Lead and facilitate program activities.

Note: Chaperones are still required and will be asked to help students with some activities. Your students may not have a chance to explore the whole Museum as part of any one program.

Curriculum Connections

NOTE: Activities may vary from year to year, which means that some curriculum connections may change.

Grade 1
Social Studies IN1.2
Physical Education PE1.5

Grade 2
Social Studies IN2.1, IN2.2
Social Studies DR2.1
Social Studies RW2.1
Physical Education PE2.5

Grade 3
Social Studies IN3.1, IN3.2
Social Studies RW3.1, RW3.3
Physical Education PE3.5

Grade 4
Social Studies IN4.2, IN4.3
Social Studies DR4.1, DR4.2
Social Studies RW4.1
Physical Education PE4.4

Grade 5
Social Studies DR5.2
English Language Arts CR5.1
English Language Arts AR5.1
Physical Education PE5.4
Science WE5.1, WE5.2, WE5.3
Science MC5.1, MC5.2

Grade 6
Science FL6.1, FL6.2
Science EL6.2
Science SS6.1, SS6.2
English Language Arts CR6.5
English Language Arts CC6.5

How to Book or Inquire

All school groups must be pre-booked online for Museum Day. Head to the Book Now section on this page to register. Applications will be taken on a first come, first serve basis.

Chaperone Ratios: Groups are expected to provide chaperones (including teachers) at a ratio of 1 adult per 5 students. These chaperones are admitted free of charge. Support staff and chaperones for students with significant needs are allowed at a 1:1 ratio at no charge.

Admission for additional adults beyond the required number is $12 each plus GST.

Visiting with multiple classes: It is possible for multiple classes from the same school to participate in this program at the same time. Classes may book together, but must indicate the name and contact information of all educators that will be attending on their joint booking.

School Booking and Cancellation Policy

Please review this information prior to completing your booking.

For more information, please call 306-693-5989 or email moosejaw.ed@wdm.ca.

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The Western Development Museum (WDM) is the largest human history museum in Saskatchewan. With a collection of over 75,000 artifacts ranging from pins to locomotives and four locations in the province, the WDM shares the Saskatchewan story from the Treaties to the present day.

The WDM’s facilities are situated in Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 territories and the Homeland of the Métis. The provincial boundaries for Saskatchewan also include Treaty 2, Treaty 5, Treaty 8 and Treaty 10 territories. Please visit WDM Reconciliation for more information.

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