Wild and Wide : A Global Photography Journey with Sandy Nelson: Jan 22nd – Jan 25
We’re excited to be hosting an exhibition of Sandy Nelson’s stunning photographic works. Sandy’s images—from Antarctica to Africa—capture the beauty and spirit of wild places around the world.
Special Presentation:
Saturday, January 24 | 1:00–2:30 PM
Please join us for a special talk by Sandy Nelson as she shares insights and stories from her global photographic journey. Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be provided.
About the Artist:
Sandy’s passion for photography began during a 2002 Antarctic expedition, inspiring her lifelong dedication to documenting wildlife and natural landscapes. Since retiring in 2015, she has travelled extensively to photograph regions including the Galapagos, Costa Rica, Alaska, and Africa. A member of the Victoria Park Gallery since 2020, she aims to inspire care for our planet through her imagery. Her work has received multiple honours, including ROM Wildlife Photo of the Year (2025).
To register for speaker event please contact the Walker House Museum
Email: thewalkerhousemuseum@gmail.com
Phone: 519 – 396 1850
Walker House Remembers: Collaborative Community Exhibition- Nov 1st- Nov 16th
Exhibition Dates: November 1 – November 16
The Walker House Remembers exhibit is a collaborative community exhibition developed by the Walker House Museum in partnership with residents of Kincardine, Bruce, Huron, and Grey Counties. The exhibit seeks to honor and preserve the stories of those who served, sacrificed, and triumphed during the First and Second World Wars.
Through a combination of personal narratives, historical research, and meaningful artifacts, the exhibition explores the experiences of local individuals, both on the front lines and at home. It highlights the challenges faced by the community during wartime, how residents coped with hardship, and the many ways they supported the war effort.
The exhibit will feature items from the Walker House Museum’s collection, as well as artifacts and personal stories generously loaned by community members. These contributions will be gathered through outreach efforts led by the Paddy Walker Heritage Society, including interviews and calls for personal memorabilia.
To enrich these stories, the Society will pair them with historical documentation, such as letters, photographs, and military records—offering a fuller understanding of the local impact of global conflict.
Proudly Sponsored By:
Municipality of Kincardine
Historica Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada
Exhibit Schedule:
Submissions will open – June 7th
Submissions will close – September 30th
Selections finalisation – October 7th
Artifacts dropped off at Walker House– October 14th – October 20th
Opening Day – November 1st
Deinstallation / Artifact pickup: November 21st – 22nd (or by date agreed upon between Artifact Owner and The Walker House Museum)
Shaped By The Shore: Artistic Reflections Of Lake Huron – Aug 23 – Oct 22 2025
A community art show opened for the public on Marine Heritage Day, Saturday August 23rd 2025. Selected artist are currently displaying their works at the Walker House Museum !
Show Run Dates: August 23rd – October 22nd
The show highlights how local artists draw inspiration from Lake Huron’s deep-rooted history and its ever-changing nature. It explores both the historical influence of the lake on local culture and how contemporary artists interpret and express their connection to the water today.
Local Love Stories: Valentine’s Day Exhibit – Feb 1st -14th, 2025
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a trip to the Walker House Museum and experience our brand-new exhibit, ‘Local Love Stories!’
Explore the romantic lives of early Canadians and discover the heartfelt love stories of Kincardine residents through unique objects from our collection. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season of love while learning something new!
On view from February 1st – 14th
Don’t miss out—come experience the love that shaped our community!
Nutcracker’s On Parade! – Dec 1st – 14th, 2024
The Nutcrackers are marching in and taking over the Walker House! Join us at the Walker House Museum to hunt down all 52 one-of-a-kind nutcrackers, on display now through December 14th! Can you find them all?
Walker House Remembers – November 1-16, 2024
Join us at the Walker House Museum for a special Remembrance Day Exhibit running from November 1st to November 16th.
This poignant exhibit will showcase a unique display honouring Charlie Mann, generously loaned by the Municipality of Kincardine, alongside artifacts from our own collection that tell the compelling stories of those who served in WWI and WWII. We’re proud to have the Lions Club contributing to this meaningful event.
✨ Special Speaker Event ✨
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 9th and join us for insightful presentations from our featured speakers.
Speaker Sessions:
2-3:30PM – SOLD OUT
7-8:30PM – SOLD OUT
Glenys Johnson will present “Almost Lost: Finding the Lampman Family Treasure Trove.”
Kevin Larson will discuss “WWII: Malcolm Furniture and the Mosquito.”
🎟️ Admission to both the exhibit and the speaker event is by donation, making this a wonderful opportunity to engage with our community’s history.
📧 To reserve your seat for the speaker event, please email us at thewalkerhousemuseum@gmail.com or call 519-831-5690.
We look forward to remembering and honouring the sacrifices of our veterans with you.
