MHM E-Events Listings

Gallery Exhibit:

• New Gallery Exhibit coming soon!
• Invitation to Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception Sept 19, 2026
• MHM Open Saturday Sept 19, 2026

Upcoming Closures:

Fresh from the Café:

• Taste of Fall coming soon in the Café
• Bienenstich available in the Café
• Soups of the Week

MHM Bookstore & Gift Shop:

• New in Store MHM 10 year anniversary pin & featured books
• MHM Gift Cards a gift for every occasion

Volunteers Needed:

• Join Our Volunteer Team Today!

Book Project Update:

• Unearthing the Vanished help us reach the finish line!

MHSBC:

• Free Estate Planning Seminar Sept 24, 2026
• Part-Time job opportunity with MHSBC

We are pleased to announce our next exhibit, Lamentation and Celebration II by local textile artist Lois A. Klassen, running from September 14 through November 4. Through her collaged and quilted works, Lois explores the powerful contrast between dark and light, grief and beauty. By blending traditionally pieced cottons, recycled fabrics, and found needlework fragments from bygone eras, her pieces carry history forward into the present, creating rich textures designed to evoke deep emotion, provoke insight, and inspire creativity.

To mark the launch of Lamentation and Celebration II, we are hosting a Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception on Saturday, September 19, from 2pm – 4pm. Attendance is free, though we ask that you please register in advance so we know you're coming. Click the Register for September 19 button below to register or call 604-758-5667.

If you struggle to make it to MHM on weekdays, we are happy to share that we will be open Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 11am – 4pm. It’s a rare chance to explore our exhibits at your own pace, bring friends or family, and enjoy a soul-warming hot meal in the MHM Café (serving food from 11am-1:30pm).

Planning to drop by on Saturday Sept 19th?

Please register below so we can plan accordingly!

We will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7 for Labour Day. We look forward to seeing you when we reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, September 8. Have a wonderful and restful long weekend!

A Taste of Fall is Coming Soon to the MHM Café!

As the season begins to turn, our kitchen team is getting ready to launch our cozy autumn lineup! Very soon, you'll find all your favourite fall flavours in our display case, featuring fresh, house-made baking packed with crisp apples, warm pumpkin, and seasonal spice.

Keep an eye out on your next visit for these delicious autumn additions fresh out of the oven!

Don’t forget to ask about our Bienenstich (Bee Sting Cake)! This traditional Mennonite favourite is one of our regular Café offerings. As it is kept refrigerated to maintain freshness, it is not displayed in our showcase. If you're craving a slice, simply ask a staff member about availability.

Soups of the Week: Comforting home-style favourites just like Oma used to make. Borscht is available Tuesday to Friday, with perogies and farmer sausage on Tuesdays. From Wednesday to Friday, enjoy a rotating daily soup paired with fresh baked zweiback buns. Simple, hearty food prepared with care and tradition.

Browse our always growing selection of Mennonite books for all readers and interests.

New items are added regularly, so be sure to check back often!

MHM Gift Cards make a thoughtful and versatile gift for friends and family!

Share a taste of history, delicious food, and unique shopping with your loved ones. Available in any dollar amount, they’re the perfect choice for food lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys a meaningful local experience.

MHM Gift Cards can be purchased in the MHM Café or the MHM Bookstore & Gift Shop, and are redeemable in either location, making them an easy and flexible gift for any occasion.

MHM is looking for reception volunteers who will be the first friendly face visitors see when they enter the museum! We are seeking welcoming, people-oriented individuals who enjoy greeting visitors and helping them feel at home. Front reception volunteers also answer phones, take reservations, and assist with computer tasks.

Shifts Available Monday to Friday:

Afternoon: 12:15pm – 3:15pm

If reception isn’t the right fit for you, we are always looking for volunteers in many other areas. Please complete the volunteer form by clicking the button below, and we will work with you to find the perfect match for your skills and interests!

The Unearthing the Vanished: Mennonite Experiences in Stalin's Great Terror coffee table book will permanently preserve the photographs, family histories, and personal accounts of those impacted by a tragic chapter in our history.

If you were moved by the original exhibition, we invite you to help us take these stories off the wall and into a permanent, beautifully bound history.

There’s still time to become a Publication Sponsor and have your name included in this important new book!

Make a publication sponsorship gift of $400 or more by September 15, 2026, and you’ll be acknowledged in the book.

Your support will help bring these stories from the exhibition into a permanent, beautifully bound publication—preserving them for years to come.

Sponsor the publication. Be part of its story.

Minimum sponsorship to receive acknowledgment in the book: $400. Donations must be received by September 15, 2026.

• E-Transfer: accounts@mennonitemuseum.org

  (Please note "Unearthing the Vanished Publication Project" in the memo)

• Cheque: Payable to Mennonite Museum Society

• In Person: Visit the museum Bookstore & Gift Shop (Cash, Debit, or Credit)

• By Phone: Call 604-758-5667

All financial contributions will receive an official charitable tax receipt.

HELP US KEEP MENNONITE HISTORY ALIVE

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!

During this session, we will cover estate planning essentials, legal considerations, and practical guidance on preparing your documents and financial strategy. You will also learn about the benefits of charitable giving and how to weave legacy planning into your affairs so you can plan today, protect tomorrow, and support what matters most to you.

To Register click the button below or call 604-853-6177.

If they have strong people and computer skills and enjoy helping others learn and grow, we'd love to hear from them! Please share this opportunity with friends, family, and colleagues who may be interested.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Ever wonder about the untold stories, family connections, and deep history that shaped our local community? MHSBC’s signature periodical, Roots & Branches, brings the vibrant legacy of BC Mennonites to life! Packed with captivating historical features, ancestral breakthroughs, book reviews, and inspiring stories of modern faith and community, every issue is a must-read.

Become an MHSBC member today to secure your subscription of Roots & Branches delivered right to your door! By becoming an MHSBC member, you not only receive Roots & Branches, but also help support our efforts to preserve Mennonite history, care for historical collections, and share these stories with future generations.

Memberships can be purchased or renewed online at any time, or by visiting us on the second floor of the Mennonite Heritage Museum. Thank you for your continued support!

Need genealogy or research assistance? MHSBC's volunteers are available for appointments, drop-ins, and tours. You can also send them an email at genealogy@mhsbc.com

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