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Toronto ... For the first time in decades, Black Creek
Pioneer Village will be open during March Break, March 14-22,
2009 with a whole slate of great activities for children at
discounted, family-friendly prices. March Break Fun will combine
elements of a maple syrup festival, including an all-day pancake
breakfast, archaeological exploration, and pioneer life
experiences, such as wagon rides, a chance to go to school in
1860, Victorian dancing lessons, maple sugar treats, and lots
more. It all adds up to a perfect day out for families in
Toronto and the surrounding communities.
March Break Fun will offer one special week of activities
especially for children. In the Exhibit Gallery, families can
watch a short film about the history of Black Creek. For new
visitors, horse-drawn wagon rides are a great way to get an
overview of the Village. In "The Village Discovery Hunt,"
specially created for this week, kids who find items along Maple
Avenue receive a prize. Children can also learn about spinning
"from sheep to shawl," see printing demonstrations on a restored
printing press, and, of course, see maple syrup made over an
open fire.
"March Break Fun is all about the kids," said Geri Smith,
Marketing Supervisor for Special Events at Black Creek Pioneer
Village. "The magic of the past can be very real and very
immediate for children. By creating a special weeklong program
and reducing admission prices across the board, we feel we’re
offering a wonderful option for families during the March
holiday."
"White sugar was a luxury in pioneer times," said Brent, General
Manager at Black Creek Pioneer Village. "Maple sugar was much
more readily available, and loved then as much as it is today."
Pancake breakfasts, with real maple syrup, will be offered every
day during March Break Fun in the Canada West Room from 11:00 am
to 3:00 pm each day.
March Break Fun runs from Saturday, March 14 through Sunday,
March 22, 2009, from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm each day. During the
event, admission to Black Creek Pioneer Village will be $10 for
adults, teens and seniors; $7 for children (age 5 - 14); free
for children 4 and under, and free for members. Memberships
available at the admissions desk.
Parking is $6.
Black Creek Pioneer Village is located at 1000 Murray Ross
Parkway, Toronto (one block east of Jane St., south off Steeles
Avenue, right next to York University). Visit
www.blackcreek.ca/whatson for more information.
About Black Creek Pioneer Village
Black Creek Pioneer Village is Toronto’s premier outdoor living
history museum. Visitors can explore 40 heritage homes, shops
and buildings restored to re-create an 1860s Ontario village.
Historic interpreters in period dress demonstrate how villagers
lived, worked and played. The Village hosts learning programs
and special events that highlight local heritage and culture.
The tranquil setting, rural landscapes, heritage gardens and
period farm animal breeds make Black Creek Pioneer Village the
perfect place to break out of the modern world and journey into
the past. Located in north Toronto, Black Creek Pioneer Village
is owned and operated by Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA).
For more information please visit
www.blackcreek.ca.
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