Special Events
Threshing Day. Pitch in with the fieldwork or kick back and relax as you enjoy a day of music, entertainment and games.
© Parks Canada
THE Event of the Summer!
Binding, Stooking, Chore Team Driving Competition & Julian Austin Concert - August 18, 2013
Come celebrate 30 years of Motherwell Homestead being open to the public. Horses, horse-drawn equipment, food and music are bountiful from field to fork with our Binding and Stooking event and Chore Team Driving Competition. Don’t miss the Friends of the Motherwell supper, beer gardens & concert with Julian Austin. Call for tickets and more information.
Mark Your Calendar!
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Program / Event |
May 22 |
Opening Day |
July 1 |
Canada Day / 30th Anniversary Celebration Kick-Off! |
July 2 & 3 |
Children’s Summer Day Camp |
July 9 & 10 |
Children’s Summer Day Camp |
July 16 & 17 |
Children’s Summer Day Camp |
July 20 |
Parks Day |
July 23 & 24 |
Children’s Summer Day Camp |
July 30 & 31 |
Children’s Summer Day Camp |
August 6 & 7 |
Children’s Summer Day Camp |
August 13 & 14 |
Children’s Summer Day Camp |
August 18 |
Binding & Stooking Event, Chore Team Driving Competition - 30th Anniversary Celebration |
August 20 & 21 |
Children’s Summer Day Camp |
August 27 & 28 |
Children’s Summer Day Camp |
September 1 |
Threshing Day |
September 2 |
2013 Closing Day |
Friends of the Motherwell Homestead Special Event |
August 18 |
Julian Austin Concert, Beer Gardens and Supper |
Special Event, Program or Rental Fees May Apply |
30th Anniversary
2013 marks 30 years that Motherwell Homestead has been open to the public... come celebrate!
Children’s Day Camps (Ages 6-12)
Two fun-filled days your kids will love. Reserve your spot today!
Self-Guided Experiences
We are a self-guided National Historic Site. Be sure to check out the new and exciting ways to discover Motherwell Homestead.
Self-Guided Experience Booklet
Explore Motherwell Homestead at your own pace with this booklet and map, including optional activities.
Pitchin’ In - Explora Tour
Would you like to be a hired hand? Discover the important role they play in the success of the homestead. This fun program uses Explora technology on a GPS-driven hand-held device.
Xplorers for Kids!
Do your kids like to Xplore? They can have FUN doing activities and collecting COOL souvenirs at Fort Battleford and with Parks Canada in Saskatchewan. Go to the Visitor Centre and ask to become a Parks Canada Xplorer. Free with entry.
Off the Beaten Path
Take a stroll on the Stueck Nature Walk trail then taste the delicious flavours from the Off the Beaten Path Café and gift shop.
*The Friends of the Motherwell Homestead Inc. is a volunteer, not-for-profit and charitable organization committed to working with Parks Canada to enhance public awareness, appreciation and enjoyment for visitors.
Binding and Stooking© Parks Canada
Threshing of the grain using old threshing machine© Parks Canada Contact Motherwell Homestead NHSC for more information on all activities at (306) 333-2116 or by email.