MHM E-Events Listings

Read below to find out all the details for dates and events coming up at 1818 Clearbrook Road!

• 2026 Gallery Exhibit: Creation the Fingerprint of God by Katherine Van Kampen, Gallery Opening Feb. 7, 2026
• Winter Closure: December 12, 2025 – February 1, 2026
• Bookstore & Gift Shop: 4 Days to Buy Christmas Gifts and MHM Gift Cards!
• Christmas Market 2025: Thank you!

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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.

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 Christmas 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 Christmas 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 Christmas gift!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made the Mennonite Heritage Museum Christmas Market a success this November. We were thrilled to welcome so many familiar faces returning year after year, as well as a fantastic number of first-time shoppers. Our talented vendors brought creativity and craftsmanship to their booths, and the enthusiasm from shoppers made all five days truly shine. Our enchanting musicians chimed in the Christmas spirit with their live music presentations for a festive atmosphere.

We also extend our deepest gratitude to our amazing staff and valuable volunteers — we couldn’t have done it without you. Your time, enthusiasm, and dedication helped make the market a memorable start to the Christmas season for all.

We can’t wait to welcome you all again at next year’s Christmas Market!

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 will be closed for the winter break from December 12, 2025 until February 1, 2026.

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 December edition of MHSBC’s Roots & Branches is 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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Email: info@mennonitemuseum.org
Website: http://mennonitemuseum.org/
Location: 1818 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, BC, Canada
Phone: 604-758-5667
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