Grand Coteau Heritage & Cultural Centre

Shaunavon’s 2025 MARKET AT THE MUSEUM will be starting on Saturday, July 5 and will run every Saturday from 9:30 am to Noon until September 13 on the front lawn of the Grand Coteau Heritage and Cultural Centre, 440 Centre Street.

ALL VENDORS WELCOME!
Are you interested in being a vendor at an upcoming Market? Give us a call!! 8-foot tables are $10 per table/week. We have smaller tables available for Young Entrepreneurs ($2 for youth under 16 years of age). And we have FREE small tables for non-profit organizations to promote their cause, sell tickets, etc.

Note: Food Vendors are required to complete an SHA Application Form prior to attending their first Market.

Contact the Grand Coteau Centre at 306-297-3882 for more information or to reserve your table.

Download the following documents:
Food Vendor Information
Food Vendor Application Form

BOOMTOWN MARKET AT THE MUSEUM: will be held on Saturday, July 19 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm on the front lawn of the Grand Coteau Heritage and Cultural Centre, 440 Centre Street.

BOOMTOWN MARKET VENDOR INFORMATION: There are a limited number of spaces available. Makers, Bakers, Growers, Artists… everyone is welcome to sell their products at the Boomtown Market. Vendors are encouraged to reserve their space for this Market as soon as possible - deadline to register is Wednesday, July 9.

INTERESTED VENDORS: Please complete the online registration form - here’s the link - we will email you to confirm that your registration has been received. Food Vendors: Download, complete, & submit the Vendor Information and Application Form.

Kickoff Boomtown Weekend with BOOMTOWN STREET BINGO

Thursday, July 17 - 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
on Centre Street or the Lawn in front of the Grand Coteau Centre.
$350 in Cash Prizes up for Grabs!!

Here’s a bit of information about Street Bingo:

• Park your vehicle on the Street or in the Co-op Parking Lot
• Please enter from the NORTH and watch for parking attendants. CLICK HERE FOR BINGO INFO AND PARKING
• Play from the comfort of your vehicle or set up to play on the street beside your vehicle!
• TUNE YOUR RADIO TO 98.5 FM to hear the Numbers being called.

OR

• Sit on the GCHCC front lawn - Use our picnic tables or bring a lawn chair.

NUMBERS will also be broadcast over a loudspeaker. HONK your HORN or YELL Loudly when you BINGO!

All proceeds will go toward our Outdoor Musical Playground!! We’re getting close to our fundraising goal - your generous support is appreciated!

If you still have questions after checking out this info, feel free to give us a call at the Grand Coteau Heritage and Cultural Centre 306-297-3882.

i IMAGINE Arts Camp EXPLORERS PROGRAM registrations are NOW OPEN to the Public!

ABOUT THE EXPLORERS PROGRAM:

• The Explorer’s Program offers focused and immersive sessions led by high-profile instructors.
• These concentrated classes are designed for participants who are ready to fully engage and commit.
• Due to the advanced nature of the program, consistent attendance and active participation are essential.

WHO: Youth Ages 9 - 14 WHERE: Veren Wickenheiser Centre WHEN: Tuesday, August 12, Wednesday, August 13, & Thursday, August 14 & Friday, August 15 Morning Rehearsal & Afternoon Showcase COST: $160.00

ARTISTS: Ty Hunter, Andrew Robertson, Amilia Fehr, Lindi Greenholtz, and Milke Hiebert (see the attached document to learn more about these artists)

EXPLORERS PROGRAM WORKSHOPS:

DRUMMING: Led by Mike Hiebert Limited to 6 performers

ACRYLIC PAINTING: Led by Andrew Robertson Limited to 10 young artists

PERFORMING ARTS: Led by Ty Hunter & Lindi Greenholtz Limited to 12 performers

Spotlight & Stage: Perform Like a Pro Step into the spotlight with an unforgettable opportunity to learn from two accomplished Canadian talents in music and performance.

GRAPHIC DESIGN: Led by Amilia Fehr Limited to 6 young artists

Let’s make some magic with images, ideas, and imagination!

Click here for the link to the online REGISTRATION FORM Feel free to contact Tammy (306-297-9251) if you have questions about the Explorers Program.

July 1 to August 23

The exhibition The Spirit of Nature - Looking Beyond Yourself features fifteen paintings of different animals and insects. Each creature’s silhouette is filled with intricate Métis floral beadwork patterning. Swirling around the forms of the fauna is a diaphanous grey fog, a representation of the spirit world. Phyllis says “Each animal painting is adorned with a unique, colourful, symmetrical Métis floral beadwork design… Each bead, flower and animal are a part of something greater. Within each painting, the grey background and white flowers represent the greater universe. Hidden in each painting is a glass spirit bead. This bead, in traditional Métis beadwork, was an off colour or misplaced bead. The spirit bead symbolizes humility and it reminds us, humans are not perfect. Therefore, we need to learn to be mindful that each day is an opportunity to make improvements in ourselves for the betterment of “All of Our Relations”.”

Me Time will be back in the fall!!

Stay tuned !!!

COFFEE CHAT

First Friday of the month at 10am! Coffee Chat is taking a break for the summer and will resume on September 5th!

MORNING SING ALONG:

Sing Along is taking a break for the summer and will resume on September 19th!

Walk with us through a part of Shaunavon’s history.
Staff and volunteers of the Grand Coteau Heritage & Cultural Centre have created a walking tour of some of Shaunavon’s historic buildings. The tour features 20 historic sites, all located within walking distance of beautiful downtown Shaunavon.

Printed tour brochures are available at the Grand Coteau Heritage & Cultural Centre (440 Centre Street), or you can click here to be directed to the Heritage Walking Tour page on this website.

BOOMTOWN OR BUST Escape Adventure invites you to travel back in time for a real life Shaunavon escape adventure you won’t soon forget!

You and your friends have only 45 minutes to find the clues, solve the riddles and complete the challenge!

COST: $20 per person - At this time, we require a minimum of $100 per session if you have fewer than 5 people. Max group size is 8 people. All proceeds go towards the Grand Coteau Museum and Programs

Are you up for the challenge? Book your session! Contact the Grand Coteau Centre at 306-297-3882 or stop by the museum at 440 Centre Street for bookings & if you have any questions.

The Grand Coteau Centre archives includes over 3,300 photographs relating to the history of Shaunavon and area. We are pleased to now make this collection available online.

High resolution digital files of these images are available for purchase from the Grand Coteau Centre. Please contact us for ordering information.

Click here to view the photograph archives online.

The Shaunavon Branch of the Chinook Regional Library is located in the GCHCC, adjacent to our gallery space. The Shaunavon Library is an inviting and cozy locale for meeting friends. Or bring your coffee and relax with a good book or a magazine. The library is another hub of our community and offers a variety of materials, programs, and services for all age groups, including:

• Free Wifi and public computers with Microsoft Office.
• Printing, scanning and photocopying services.
• The SILS and Libby apps allow you to access your account, search for items, and download or place holds from your smart phone or tablet including: eBooks, eAudiobooks, video games, books on CD, and DVDs.
• Training and help for Equitable Library Access (CELA)

The friendly librarians will be happy to help you find what you are looking for!

Phone: 306-297-3844

Hours of Operation:
Monday 12:00 Noon - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 12:00 Noon. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 12:00 Noon - 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 12:00 Noon - 5:00 p.m.

Our spacious 1000 ft. gallery features art exhibitions by local, Saskatchewan and Canadian artists. Many of our shows are from the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Council’s (OSAC) Arts on the Move program. A full listing of OSAC visual arts touring exhibitions can be found on their website, osac.ca
New exhibitions are featured every one or two months. Exhibitions are subject to change without advance notice.
A donation box and guest book are located in the gallery. Please be sure to sign your name and leave us your comments regarding the current show!
GCHCC works collaboratively with the Shaunavon Arts Council to present visual and performing arts in our community.

Arianna Richardson: Surface All The Way Through
Dates: Thu, May 1, 2025 to Mon, Jun 23, 2025

Phyllis Poitras-Jarrett: Spirit of Nature - Looking Beyond Yourself
Dates: Tue, Jul 1, 2025 to Sat, Aug 23, 2025

Vanessa Hyggen: ôma askiy âpacihcikâtîw (this land is in use)
Dates: Mon, Sep 1, 2025 to Thu, Oct 23, 2025

Labours of Love, Under Lamplight
Dates: Thu, Jan 1, 2026 to Mon, Feb 23, 2026

Mohadese Movahed: The Burden of Street
Dates: Fri, May 1, 2026 to Tue, Jun 23, 2026

Omentum
Dates: Tue, Sep 1, 2026 to Fri, Oct 23, 2026

Atim Maskikhiy
Dates: Fri, Jan 1, 2027 to Tue, Feb 23, 2027

Storied Telling: Performativity & Narrative in Photography
Dates: Mon, Mar 1, 2027 to Fri, Apr 23, 2027

Patrick Fernandez: Mga Piraso mula sa Paraiso (Pieces from Paradise)
Dates: Sat, May 1, 2027 to Wed, Jun 23, 2027

Natural Sciences: The GCHCC natural history collection features mammal and bird specimens common to southwest Saskatchewan. The natural history collection was the focus of the Museum during its early years and continues to appeal to tourists and local residents. Many of the specimens date back to the origins of the museum in the 1930’s. Many of the exhibits are displayed in a diorama depicting the natural habitat of the species on display.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN ABOUT WHAT SPECIES THE GRAND COTEAU FEATURES

A photographic exhibit entitled, “Why Here”, highlights the establishment of Shaunavon in 1913. From bald prairie to town status in less than than a year, Shaunavon earned the title of Boomtown.

Our early settlement collection features artifacts significant to Shaunavon’s history. Permanent exhibits include The Crystal Bakery, Agriculture, One-Room Schoolhouse, Communication, Illerbrun Church, Textiles, Home Life, Work Life, Early Policing and General Store. Other exhibits we have displayed at this time are Millinery and Shaunavon Memorabilia.

The Museum also houses archaeological material from a primary butchering site in South Western Saskatchewan that contains bison material and some stone tools.

A meeting room is located in the basement of the GCHCC, and is available for rental. The space can accommodate up to 50 individuals. The space is well-lit with a great deal of natural light, has two washrooms, and a small kitchen area with sink. The room is equipped with chairs and tables for your use. Call 306-297-3882 for booking information.

Rental Rates:
Full Day: $75 plus GST
Half Day: $40 plus GST
60% reduction for Non Profit Groups

Artist Rates:
Full Day: $50 plus GST
Half Day: $25 plus GST

The Grand Coteau Heritage & Cultural Centre is located in the heart of Shaunavon, Saskatchewan. The Centre houses a museum, art gallery and the Shaunavon Branch of the Chinook Regional Library. Our collection is multi-disciplinary, including artifacts relating to the human history of Shaunavon, fine arts and natural history specimens of the area. A variety of programs and tours are offered in association with our collection, making us more than a collection of objects. Tours are offered on a regular basis throughout the year to school students and can also be provided to other groups upon request. Through our educational programming, we are able to provide opportunities for our public to enjoy the arts, as well as the natural history and the human history of our area.

GCHCC is also a popular locale for community events and special programming including Canada Day, Boomtown Days, and the Parade of Lights.

Visit the GCHCC History page to learn more about our museum’s history - including why we have the name “Grand Coteau”!

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Board of Directors:
Brent Michelson - President
Robert Anderson - Vice President
Jenna Hiebert - Secretary
Pam Bahnuick - Councillor
Lisa Schmit - Councillor
Sandy Fritz
Tara Lingenfelter
Hester Groenewald
Penny Kirkpatrick

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