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Seasonal Teas
Seasonal Teas
For details click here for the current events calendar.
St Patrick’s Day Tea
March 17 / 1:00 to 4:00pm
Celebrate this Saint’s Day with tea-time specialties from the Emerald Isle.
$10 per person, includes a tour of the Inn, bake sale, and Irish music
Victoria Day Tea
Third Monday in May / 1:00 to 4:00pm
Celebrate Queen Victoria’s birthday with English-style tea and treats.
$10 per person, includes a tour of the Inn, bake sale, and a gardening talk
Dominion Day Tea
July 1 / 1:00 to 4:00pm
Celebrate Canada’s birthday with strawberry-rhubarb shortcake and tea.
$10 per person, includes a tour of the Inn, bake sale, and displays
Apple Harvest Tea
Third Sunday in October / 1:00 to 4:00pm
Savour harvest-time with fresh-baked apple crisp and tea by the fireside.
$10 per person, includes a tour of the Inn, bake sale, and demonstrations
Songs & Stories
Songs & Stories
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Fabled City Stories
MARCH – Learn surprising true stories of Montgomery’s Inn’s past, presented as part of the Toronto Storytelling Festival.
Ghostly Tales
OCTOBER – Get ready for a fright as storyteller Nan Brien spins a web of enchantment with spine-tingling ghostly tales.
A Christmas Carol
DECEMBER – Enjoy this lively rendition of Dicken’s classic tale, performed by the Humber River Shakespeare Company.
Carols in the Tavern
DECEMBER – Get into the spirit of the season, as you sing traditional carols and sip special tavern beverages by the fireside.
Christmastime Tales
DECEMBER – Join storyteller Nan Brien for a feast of fireside stories served up with a tasty treat and hot mulled cider.
Local Theatre
Local Theatre
For details click here for the current events calendar.
Montgomery’s Inn is home to the talented and innovative Humber River Shakespeare Company and hosts performances of Shakespearean repertoire, adapted classics, and commissioned plays.
The Sonnet Show
SPRING – Sample experimental theatre and see specially commissioned one-act plays inspired by Shakespeare’s sonnets.
Shakespeare in the Park
JULY & AUGUST – Bring a lawn chair to enjoy Shakespearean theatre performed in the open air beside Montgomery’s Inn.
A Christmas Carol
DECEMBER – Enjoy this lively rendition of Dickens’s classic tale of transformation, a favourite for the whole family.
For reservations, contact the Humber River Shakespeare Company.
Fairs & Festivals
Fairs & Festivals
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Fabled City Stories
MARCH – Learn surprising true stories of Montgomery’s Inn’s past, presented as part of the city-wide Toronto Storytelling Festival.
CONTACT Toronto
MAY – View an exhibition of contemporary photographs as part of the city-wide CONTACT Toronto Photography Festival.
Doors Open Toronto
MAY – Visit Montgomery’s Inn as it opens its doors free of charge during this city-wide celebration of architectural heritage.
Paint the Street
JUNE – Take part in Islington Village street fair activities at Michael Power Park, Islington Burying Ground, and Montgomery’s Inn.
Corn Roast & Heritage Fair
SEPTEMBER – Enjoy a community corn roast with old-time music, a bake sale and market, kids’ crafts, heritage displays and more!
Toronto Early Music Fair
SEPTEMBER – Hear a sampler of excellent period music performed throughout the inn in partnership the Toronto Early Music Centre.
Current Events
Current Events
Creative Memory Journal
Wednesdays until – May 30, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: Islington Seniors Centre
4968 Dundas Street West Etobicoke
Artist/Facilitator Catherine Campbell will introduce participants to drawing, water colour, collage, printmaking and mixed media to create a beautiful art journal. Each person will create their own memory art journal and can display their work at a community event. The project will explore local history and stories from the Dundas/Islington neighbourhoods. Catherine will use storytelling, writing and art making to draw out the stories and memories for the art journals. This project is in partnership with Montgomery’s Inn. 8 weeks, all supplies included, $15 registration payable to the Islington Seniors Centre. For more information call 416-829-2665.
CONTACT Photography Exhibit:
In the Eye of the Beholder
Opening Tuesday, May 1, 7 – 9 p.m.
Exhibit continues until July 2.
Join us as we welcome back Judy and Carm Griffin, local well known photographers and members of the Etobicoke Camera Club.
Musical Matinees at Montgomery’s Inn
Sunday, May 6 and Sunday, May 13, 2 – 4 p.m.
Join us for classical music in the Briarly Room in partnership with Neapolitan Connection. Tours of the museum and refreshments are included in the ticket price. Adults $22 plus HST, children under 12 $12.50 plus HST. Tickets available at neapolitanconnection.com.
Mother’s Day Tea and Tour
Sunday, May 13, 1 – 4 p.m.
Bring Mom to the Inn to celebrate Mother’s Day with an afternoon Fancy Tea. Cream Scones with crème fraîche and gooseberry jam, lemon tarts and more! Price includes a guided tour of the museum. All ages are welcome. First come, first served. $10 plus HST.
InnTo the Garden: Introduction to Vegetable Growing
Monday, May 21, 2 p.m.
This talk, second in the series with the Etobicoke Master Gardeners, will be given by Marsha Gettas and is part of our annual Victoria Day celebrations.
Victoria Day Tea
Monday, May 21, 1 – 4 p.m.
Celebrate Victoria Day with an afternoon tea fit for a Queen. Price includes a complimentary guided tour of the Museum. All ages are welcome. First come, first served. $10 plus tax
Montgomery’s Inn Farmers’ Market
Every Wednesday, from May 23, through November 28, 3 – 7 p.m.
Buy direct from local farmers and food artisans. Organic fruit and vegetables, cheese, bread and prepared foods, ethically raised meat, honey and more! Take in some live entertainment, as well—you can also have tea in the tea room, enjoy a smoothie or take a tour of the Inn!
Doors Open Toronto
Saturday & Sunday, May 26 & 27, 12 – 4:30 p.m.
Celebrate this architectural urban adventure with free admission to the museum. Hourly trolley tours of the Islington Village Murals courtesy of the Islington Village BIA. Admission is FREE.
Montgomery’s Inn P.A. Fridays
Friday June 1, 1 – 5 p.m.
Kids will play tavern games in a restored 19th century tavern. Belly-up to the bar for a free glass of hot cider. Pay what you can.
Bake Oven Launch
INNovators Annual General Meeting
Saturday, June 2, 2 – 6 p.m.
You don’t need to be an INNovator to be part of this celebration, but it helps! Bring your bread recipes or memories of memorable bread to this slightly-after-the-first-year anniversary of the building of the bake oven. There’s also a short annual general meeting of the INNovators, where this Friends of the Museum organization will tell you what they’ve been up to and ask for your help in choosing a new board. Come and find out more!
Musical Matinees at Montgomery’s Inn
Sunday, June 17 and 24, 2 – 4 p.m.
Join us for classical music in the Briarly Room in partnership with Neapolitan Connection. Tours of the museum and refreshments are included in the ticket price. Adults $22 plus HST, children under 12 $12.50 plus HST. Tickets available at neapolitanconnection.com.