One of the first signs of spring is the flowering of the willows! Shining Willow is a tall shrub or short tree with smooth, glossy leaves. The yellow flower clusters attract queen bees, which eat the pollen for nourishment after their long winter hibernation. #WildflowerWednesday

The Jets are going to the playoffs! Skate back through their history in this video with Cortney, as she shows you some of the neat artifacts in the Jets Collection here at the Museum: ow.ly/BkQC50RgGVs

Come back next week for part 2! #GoJetsGo

This week is #NationalVolunteerWeek . Local youth volunteer in the Museum’s Youth Climate Alliance to increase awareness about the impacts of climate change. Happy National Volunteer week to all our Volunteers, we're so thankful for your support of the Museum’s activities!

April marks the anniversary the historic Winnipeg Flood of 1950. Caused by the melting of heavy snow through April, followed by intense rainfall in May, the 1950 flood lasted into June. 100,000 people were evacuated, 10,000 homes destroyed, and a further 5,000 buildings damaged.

Have you ever wondered how much a single piece of plastic can affect our planet? During Earth Days @ the Manitoba Museum, join us for a fun and educational board game adventure to find out how to help our environment!

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We're looking for an Indigenous Learning Facilitator and a Collections Assistant to join our team through the Young Canada Works Program! #NowHiring

Young Canada Works candidates must be between the ages of 16 and 30 years. Find job descriptions here: ow.ly/VO5u50RfmlS

Traditional practices have origins that are spiritual and material, and many have histories that are thousands of years old. Quillwork is no exception. Join us on April 28 for a workshop exploring this beautiful and intricate practice.

Learn more: ow.ly/836R50RbPg3

Join us on April 24 for the Manitoba Museum’s 2024 Tribute Gala! This year, the Tribute Gala is honouring James Cohen and Linda McGarva Cohen. All proceeds support the Museum’s Access for All community initiative.

Tickets are 85% sold. Buy yours today: ow.ly/a3s650QTCqJ

This stone in the entrance to the Prairies Gallery is more than just a big rock. It represents the iconic bison rubbing stones of the prairies!

In this video, Learning & Engagement Producer Erin shares how bison used these boulders, and how this one came to the Prairies Gallery.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the eclipse party at The Leaf or tuned in to our livestream! It was wonderful to watch this amazing celestial event with you all. #Eclipse2024

If you're planning on watching today's solar eclipse, be sure to wear appropriate eye protection or use an indirect viewing method. The eclipse begins at 12:54 pm CDT, reaching maximum at 2:01 pm CDT, and ending at 3:08 pm CDT.

More eclipse details: ow.ly/vaFj50R8S6E

'Now & Then: A Journey in Time' is a program that encourages people living with early to moderate symptoms of dementia and their care partners to explore the Museum’s many collections.

The next set of four sessions begins on Apr. 10. Register to attend: ow.ly/ruI450R2tnz

April 7 is #InternationalBeaverDay ! These large rodents can grow up to 30 kg, and are known for gnawing down trees for food and to build lodges and dams. There's only one species of beaver in Manitoba now, but 1000s of years ago there were giant beaver, up to 2 m long and 100 kg!

Weren't able to get solar eclipse glasses before Monday's solar eclipse? There are other safe ways to view the eclipse, they just need a little prep work!

Find instructions for building a pinhole camera or a binocular eclipse projector here: ow.ly/MkBN50R8Q6e #SolarEclipse

Have you ever wondered how quillwork is done and wanted to learn to do it yourself? Join us on April 28 for a workshop taught by Tashina Houle-Schlup, exploring the practice of preparing, dyeing, and working with quills!

Reserve your spot: ow.ly/JtJm50R3Cwm

The Manitoba Museum invites community members to express interest in serving on the Board of Governors! We're looking for people who are passionate about heritage, culture, and the communities that make up our beautifully diverse province.

Learn more: ow.ly/p6Bn50R8AUN

Tomorrow evening join us for free First Friday admission and special programming! Stop in Alloway Hall to see images of Winnipeg’s Jazz history, sip a beverage, and enjoy one of two performances of the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra.

Full April 5 details: ow.ly/XK3L50R2KAb

Join us Saturday, April 20 & Sunday, April 21 for Earth Days @ the Manitoba Museum as we explore ways we can work together to combat climate change with special programming in the Museum Galleries, Planetarium, and Science Gallery.

Buy your tickets today: ow.ly/kcb550R73Ys

Glandular Birch is a common shrub in moist areas of northern Manitoba. The twigs are covered with large resin glands that give it a pleasant scent. The wind-pollinated flowers bloom in early spring, and are arranged in clusters called catkins. #WildflowerWednesday