Past Events: Past Events
We explore human rights from many different angles and perspectives. Check out our past events (since March 2018).
Past Events listing
July 2024
July 1: Celebrating our Indigenous strength and Canadian connections
July 1, 2024
Cost: Free
Location: Stuart Clark Garden of Contemplation
![Pieces of crafted Indigenous- style clothing, including an orange shirt, pair of pants and made from colourful fabric and ribbon is are laid against a piece of craft paper adorned with flowers and berries. The clothing is includes an orange shirt, a pair of pants with ribbons and a pink tunic decorated with colourful fabric, appliqués and ribbons. The tunic has with a feathered shawl on the shoulders.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.51%2C0.26%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0%2C0.19%2C1%2C0.73%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-05/Cree-teaching-Canada-Day-image_M-Dykstra.jpg?itok=_h0RMYZJ)
June 2024
Ariane Moffatt in Concert
June 28, 2024
Cost: $30 per ticket. Ticket includes complimentary admission to Beyond the Beat: Music of Resistance and Change.
Location: Bonnie & John Buhler Hall, Level 1
Our Summer Solstice during the Egg Laying Moon and Faith
Saturday, June 22, 2024
Cost: Free, registration required
Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights The group will meet in Bonnie & John Buhler Hall, Level 1 and proceed together to Level 6
![An intersection of words in multiple languages in white text against a slate background. Some of the most prominent English words are: hope, love, resilience, survivor, traditions and strength.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.5%2C0.5%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-05/hope-resilience-government.jpg?itok=p26HiVjX)
A Night at the Museum
Wednesday, June 12th, 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. seatings
Cost: $135 includes dinner, $195 includes dinner and signature drink at each stop
Location: Various locations in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights
![Two smiling couples standing together and posing for a photo in the Museum's tower.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.35%2C0.39%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0%2C0.24%2C1%2C0.78%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-04/Friday-Night-Rights_Tower-of-Hope-inside-group-taking-a-photo_Aaron-Cohen.jpg?itok=SZ4BIob4)
Inclusive cultural activities mark National Indigenous History Month
June 8, 9, 15, 16, 29 and 30, 2024
Cost: Included with admission
Location: Sifton Terrace, Level 6
![Three colourful dream catchers made from painted wood lie on butterfly-festooned craft paper.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.48%2C0.3%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0%2C0.19%2C1%2C0.7%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-05/dream-catchers.jpg?itok=STZ6AZt5)
May 2024
Beyond the Rainbow Storytime
May 26, 2024 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: Free event; registration appreciated
Location: Stuart Clark Garden of Contemplation, Level 3
Beyond the Rainbow Brunch
May 26, 2024 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Cost: SOLD OUT
Location: Boreal Bistro, Level 1
![A person is sitting at a table with a glass of orange juice and a plate of eggs benedict and hash browns.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.54%2C0.6%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0.08%2C0.15%2C0.92%2C0.98%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-04/53300730385_73c058466b_o.jpg?itok=BBlaPXkr)
Celebrating Pride: Kendall Gender presents KENAISSANCE
May 24, 2024, doors open at 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $20
Location: Bonnie & John Buhler Hall
Be an Upstander Student Showcase
May 23, 2024
Cost: Free and open to the public
Location: Buhler Hall, Level 2 (What Are Human Rights, Indigenous Perspectives, Canadian Journeys), Level 3 (Protecting Rights in Canada and Garden of Contemplation)
![In a museum gallery, students exhibit projects on easels. Two students speak with adults about their work.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.47%2C0.4%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0.16%2C0.01%2C0.76%2C0.9%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-04/showcase-public-event-card.jpg?itok=93_5TrYh)
Anikis Pisim (Frog Moon): Saying Kisâkihitin
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Cost: Free, registration required
Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights The group will meet in Bonnie & John Buhler Hall, Level 1 and proceed together to Level 6.
![A stylized image shows a human hand gently holding a glass orb of the earth. The background is a night sky with stars and bright green northern lights.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.51%2C0.7%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0%2C0.15%2C1%2C1%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-04/globe-3984876.jpg?itok=vFWaFNYB)
April 2024
Niska Pisim (Goose Moon): A return to happiness
April 27, 2024
Cost: Free, registration required
Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights. The group will meet in Bonnie & John Buhler Hall, Level 1 and proceed together to Level 6.
![A large goose spreads its wings in front of a body of water.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.47%2C0.1%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0%2C0%2C0.77%2C0.74%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-04/27146513996_19578607e0_o.jpg?itok=H_HVU0fw)
Sustainable fashion – Get into action!
April 14, 2024
Cost: Free
Location: Several locations in the Museum
![Garments are hung over a rack to air dry. The fabrics are grey, black, white and shocking pink.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.32%2C0.3%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0%2C0.07%2C1%2C0.6%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-04/photo-1595308410283-be55d58e060e.jpg?itok=fsNVjj5K)
![Black-and-white photo of Sarah Harmer playing guitar. It appears like two fuzzy images are juxtaposed one on another.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.55%2C0.46%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0.22%2C0.24%2C0.79%2C1%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-03/Sarah_Harmer_4301_BW%20credit%20Jesse%20Senko.jpg?itok=zP0g4l-D)
March 2024
The Mikisiw-Eagle Moon: Tapahtamisowin (humility)
March 23, 2024
Cost: Free, registration required
Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights The group will meet in Bonnie & John Buhler Hall, Level 1 and proceed together to Level 6.
![Two bald eagles sitting on a branch and facing each other.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.58%2C0.29%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0.3%2C0.22%2C0.82%2C0.7%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-03/eagles-facing-eachother.jpg?itok=4Rg5Z1ba)
Craft your own adventure this spring break!
March 23, 2024 to March 31, 2024
Cost: Free for kids 12 and under
Location: Throughout the Museum
![Kids dancing in a hall filled with blue balloons.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.27%2C0.41%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0%2C0.17%2C1%2C0.69%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-03/_r4_9615_20230328_raw_52778190493_o_4x6.jpg?itok=4mcVmGhB)
These Four Walls: A documentary on the Manitoba Developmental Centre
March 22, 2024
Cost: The event is free to attend, and everyone is welcome. Registration is required.
Location: Buhler Hall - Level 1
![A dark image of a young child’s silhouette against a window through which are seen blurred trees and a power pole. The light is a purplish tone of twilight.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.5%2C0.43%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0.09%2C0.02%2C0.85%2C0.72%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-03/f4629e50-c275-11ee-bfbf-ad11fe500a7c-rimg-w720-h1098.jpg?itok=rhWZoTKv)
Annual Public Meeting
March 21, 2024
Cost: Free; registration required
Location: Manitoba Teachers’ Society Classrooms, Level 1
![A man stands in front of an illustrated blue and orange a map of Canada.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.58%2C0.43%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2023-02/L3%20Map_FINAL.png?itok=pNPuV4jX)
Celebrating Joni Mitchell, The Clash and Alanis Morissette
March 15, 2024
Cost: $20
Location: Bonnie and & John Buhler Hall
![Group of people at a concert with a blue and white light on stage.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.61%2C0.63%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0%2C0.26%2C1%2C1%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-03/sebastian-ervi-xJt6Gs20Uqc-unsplash.jpg?itok=wi8gb_Tu)
ᑕᐅᑐᒃᑕᕗᒃ Tautuktavuk (What We See)
March 8, 2024 to March 10, 2024
Cost: CMHR Members: Free, General Tickets: $10
Location: Dave Barber Cinematheque 100 Arthur St., Winnipeg
![Two Inuit women sit in a dim room facing one another in intimate conversation. One is wearing a red sweater, the other a yellow sweater.](/sites/prod/files/styles/crop%5Bwidth%5D%3D256%26crop%5Bheight%5D%3D171%26crop%5Bfp%5D%3D0.68%2C0.23%26crop%5Bfp_area%5D%3D0.24%2C0.07%2C0.81%2C0.46%26convert%5Bextension%5D%3Djpeg/public/2024-02/tautuktavuk2.jpg?itok=ufmp5RfL)
Woman, Life, Freedom and the power of collective art
March 8, 2024
Cost: Free
Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights Manitoba Teachers’ Society Classrooms, Level 1