Wednesday, February 26, 2027 | 1pm - 2pm

A Smile in Every Bottle: Collections & Archives 101 — Parts 1 & 2

Discover the stories, curation process and research behind A Smile in Every Bottle through a two-part introduction to museum collections, archival research, and exhibition development. Join Kevin Maclean (Collections) and Bobbie Fox (Archives) with guest curator Stephanie Laine Hamilton to explore how historical objects, archival records, and research come together to deepen our understanding of the past.

Part 1: Collections Management 101
Friday, January 22, 2027 | 1–2 pm

Beginning with an introduction to museum collections with Collections Manager Kevin Maclean - exploring how objects are cared for, managed, and made accessible for research. Then, join guest curator Stephanie Laine Hamilton in the exhibition to learn how she used the Galt Museum & Archives’ collections and research resources to develop A Smile in Every Bottle.

Part 2: Archives 101
Friday, February 26, 2027 | 1–2 pm

Explore the world of archival research with educator, historian and guest curator Stephanie Laine Hamilton and Archives assistant Bobbie Fox. Discover how archival materials can reveal new perspectives, connect historical details, and bring stories to life. Learn how researchers can access and interpret archival resources, with insights into the research and discoveries that helped shape A Smile in Every Bottle.

Each session offers an opportunity to look behind the museum and exhibit scenes, ask questions, and discover how museum collections and archives help us investigate, interpret, and share the stories of our past.

Registration: Limited to 15 participants per session | $10 session | included for members |

 Registration link coming soon