The arts and culture scene in the City of Dryden provides residents and visitors with many fun things to do in the community! Check out some of the following opportunities:
Library |
The Dryden Library is like a cozy, coffeehouse where you can use our free Wi-Fi and enjoy our book, magazine, newspaper, and DVD collections. |
Museum |
The Dryden Museum, located in the historic Hambleton House, has many artifacts in its collection and travelling exhibits. Permanent displays include First Nations artifacts, a pioneer kitchen, the Pitt general store, and more. |
Children's Delight Series |
Children's Delight Series is a non-profit group run by volunteers that provides cultural, educational and entertaining presentations for children and families through performing arts. They have live presentations for children, 4 to 11 years of age. They have performances throughout the year, which can include dance, theatre, music, storytelling, circus acts, and media arts. All shows are at the Dryden Regional Training and Cultural Centre. Contact Children's Delight Series for more information. |
Dryden Entertainment Series |
The Dryden Entertainment Series provide nine performing arts shows and concerts a year. Their season begins in September and ends in April. Their series offers drama, dance, and variety of musical performers that include folk, country, blues, classical and pop music. All shows are at the Dryden Regional Training and Cultural Centre. Contact the Dryden Entertainment Series by phone at 807-937-6574 or 807-323-2355 or by email. |
Pow Wows |
DNFC National Indigenous Peoples Day Pow WowDryden National Friendship Center hosts an annual Pow Wow in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Follow this link for more infomation on 2022 events, and to hear an interview with Cheryl Edwards, DNFC Executive Director. Dryden High School Pow WowJoin in at the Eagle's football field at Dryden's Highschool for this annual Pow Wow. Schools from across the region come to participate in this event Dryden Highschool's Annual Pow Wow | Sunset Country, Ontario, Canada (visitsunsetcountry.com) Regional Pow WowsNeighbouring First Nation communities host annual Pow Wows, which are colourful and lively celebrations that reflect local aboriginal culture. Wabigoon Lake Pow WowThe Wabigoon First Nation performs the Wabigoon Lake Pow Wow on the September Long weekend. They are available by phone at 807-938-6684. Eagle Lake Pow WowOne of the largest Pow Wows in Ontario's Northwest is the Eagle Lake First Nation Pow Wow, held on the August long weekend. Contact the Eagle Lake First Nation Reserve by phone at 807-755-1586. |
Dryden High School Multicultural Days |
The Dryden High School holds events like Hoop dancing, Ukrainian Zirka dancing, and other traditional dances. Foods and refreshments, like Bannock, are often included. Contact the Dryden High School by phone at 807-223-2316. |
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