MHM E-Events Listings

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• 2026 Gallery Exhibit: Creation the Fingerprint of God by Katherine Van Kampen, Gallery Opening Feb. 7, 2026 You Are Invited!
• February 16, 2026 Monday Closure: Family Day BC Stat Holiday
• BC Heritage Week! February 16 - 22, 2026 Visit our Cafe in celebration of "Stir the Pot"!
• Bookstore & Gift Shop: Open M-F 10am to 3pm!
• Winter/Spring Film Matinees: Watch for news in upcoming e-newsletters

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Katherine Van Kampen: Creation The Fingerprint of God will feature her original artwork alongside a selection of additional pieces. Katherine will also be launching her new book showcasing her art, with prints and cards available for purchase. This is an exhibit you won’t want to miss!

OPENING RECEPTION:
Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 2–6pm
Free admission. Registration required: Call 604-758-5667 and leave a message with your name, phone number, and the number of people attending.

The exhibit runs until March 27, 2026 and will be open during our regular hours: Monday–Friday, 10am–3pm.

is a Canadian artist whose creative journey has gracefully woven together the worlds of music and visual art. After earning her Master of Music degree from the University of British Columbia and her Associate Diploma (ARCT) in piano performance, she pursued a rich and successful career as a singer in both opera and oratorio, performing on stages around the world.

Now, having completed her solo singing career, Katherine is wholeheartedly devoted to expressing her heart through the medium of visual art. To her, color is music, and form and shape are their own kind of melody. She seeks to uplift and inspire through her paintings, guided by her deep-rooted faith in Jesus Christ. Katherine’s paintings are available through the Vancouver Fine Art Gallery, and her website and on Artsy. These exhibit prints may be ordered by special request through www.kvkartdesign.ca.

It links us to the land and to traditions, ties us to our families and ancestors, and connects cultures and communities.

The 2026 BC Heritage Week theme, Stir the Pot is an open invitation to celebrate food as a form of heritage that is both deeply personal and widely shared. From heirloom seeds and traditional cooking and harvesting methods to community feasts and intergenerational recipes, food reflects who we are and where we come from.

Stir the Pot also suggests advocacy. It is a call to spark conversation, to bring overlooked stories to the surface, and to address issues of food security, cultural recognition and access. By stirring the pot together, we not only honour traditions but also create space for dialogue and discussion.

This year’s theme invites British Columbians to explore food as a vessel of memory, identity, and meaning.

The goal of BC Heritage Week is to inspire people to connect with local heritage and to raise awareness of the many ways it shapes our communities, identities, and daily lives.

Heritage advocates, community groups, cultural organizations, and local governments are encouraged to host events that showcase both tangible and intangible heritage. At the same time, members of the public are invited to attend, take part in activities, and share their own stories.

This year, BC Heritage Week takes place from February 16 to 22, 2026. It aligns with both BC’s Family Day and Canada’s National Heritage Day on Monday, February 16, making it an ideal opportunity to explore intergenerational storytelling, shared traditions and community connections.

Stop by the MHM Bookstore & Gift Shop to pick up unique gifts, including these featured books and MHM Gift Cards.

Author Wilfried Hein’s third book presents key people and events in clear chronological order, helping readers connect major figures with significant moments. Each entry is a concise summary highlighting essential points, making it an excellent reference and companion to other works on Christian or historical studies. The book also features tables, bracketed cross-references, and helpful resource listings.

Copies are available in the MHM Bookstore & Gift Shop for $35 — an ideal Birthday gift for history enthusiasts, students, or anyone curious about the development of Christianity.

Melissa of Melissa’s Klassy Kitchen has released a collection of over 80 recipes for pierogi, pasta sauces, cakes, breads, and more. Perfect for gluten-free or vegan diets, the book offers delicious recipes that let you enjoy the foods you may have thought you had to give up. Inside are unique gluten-free flour blends and favourites like Double Chocolate Cookies, Crispy Sage Ravioli, Naan Flatbread, as well as classic Mennonite dishes such as Roll Kuchen, Paska, and Pierogi.

Available in hardcover for $60 at the MHM Bookstore & Gift Shop — a thoughtful Birthday gift for home cooks, food enthusiasts, or anyone looking to enjoy allergy-friendly, flavourful recipes.

Treat your loved ones to a taste of history, delicious food, and unique shopping! MHM Gift Cards are available in any dollar amount — the perfect gift for your favourite foodie!

We’re committed to keeping the Mennonite Heritage Museum free for all visitors. Your support allows us to continue offering engaging exhibits, programs, and events that bring our shared history to life. Every gift makes a difference — big or small — and helps ensure that the Museum remains accessible to everyone.

Support the Mennonite Heritage Museum today by calling 604-758-5667 during open hours, or by sending a cheque made out to Mennonite Museum Society to: 1818 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5X4. You can also donate to MHM online through CanadaHelps.

Donations are tax-deductible, and a charitable receipt will be issued. Thank you for helping us preserve and share our Mennonite stories, history, and culture for generations to come!

MHSBC's volunteers are back on site for drop-ins and tours.

Need Genealogy or Research Help?

Add your requests to the queue by emailing genealogy@mhsbc.com during the winter closure and our volunteers will respond as opportunity allows.

You can renew your membership for 2026 by paying online 24/7 here. Renewing online is convenient and helps us. Thank you for your support in 2025!

The February edition of MHSBC’s Roots & Branches will soon be on its way to our MHSBC members’ mailboxes. We’re excited for you to receive your copy! Not a MHSBC member yet? We’d be happy to sign you up! Visit us on the second floor (when we are open) or become a member online.

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Website: http://mennonitemuseum.org/
Location: 1818 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, BC, Canada
Phone: 604-758-5667
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