RichmondHill Culture

The City of Richmond Hill joins leading municipalities across Ontario in developing a Cultural Plan. To read more:

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#RichmondHill Arts Awards are back! Recognize an outstanding artist in your community. Deadline for nominations is December 16. Nominate now--> https://t.co/tn8e01nMsX

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Come to the #RichmondHill Central Library tomorrow (Oct 15) to see it transformed to the Culture Hub! FREE programs including watercolour painting, origami, music, dance and more! Full Culture Days lineup: https://t.co/v5hJO569QB

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Culture Days at Central branch is happening this Saturday! Drop in to explore watercolour painting, origami, music, dance and more! See our full Culture Days lineup: https://t.co/lGw5vSR3iy

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Ready to dance together? On Oct 15 the #DanceTogetherFestival comes to #RichmondHill at the Central Library for #CultureDays! Looking forward to it @YorkRegionArts @RichmondHillPL! https://t.co/v3jO71nDDo

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Experience the joy of original artwork at the 2022 Richmond Hill ArtWalk. September 24, 11am-5pm at the RHCPA. https://t.co/w32vjZc5sg

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Calling all art lovers! Our annual one-day outdoor art show is this Saturday, 11 am – 6 pm at Elgin Barrow Arena, Heritage Center and Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. Enjoy a stroll while supporting the arts and local artists! Details >> https://t.co/WcJT2wafZ6

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Congratulations Jackie Han! Thank you for giving back to your community and sharing your talents!

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🏆 Youth Arts Award Winner – Jackie Han

Jackie Han is a Grade 11 high-school student with a passion for origami and community building. Jackie has been teaching himself origami for the past 10 years. His passion led him to found Origami Canada.

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Congrats Dr. Jessica Tse! Your talent and kind spirit is captured in this photo. Wishing you continued success!

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🏆Emerging Arts Award Winner – Dr. Jessica Tse

Clarinetist Dr. Jessica Tse is the 2nd person to graduate with Doctor of Musical Arts degree in clarinet performance from the University of Toronto. She's been praised for her “fine musicianship” (Thornhill Chamber Music Institute).

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Congratulations Ben! Thank you for sharing your talents and building a more vibrant Richmond Hill!

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🏆Culture Builder Award Winner – Ben Lee

Ben is a published author who founded the Dynasty Watercolour Association (DWA), a non-profit art organization that aims to enrich members’ experience by providing a platform for them to participate and share in various art activities.

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Congratulations Joan!! #vibrantRH

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🏆 Mid-Career / Professional Arts Award Winner - Joan Burrows.

Joan Burrows is a Canadian playwright and a longtime resident of Richmond Hill. She has written eight original plays in the past fifteen years.

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Do you know when the first #RichmondHill Spring Fair started? It started in 1849 and was traditionally held on May 24 as it marked the date of Queen Victoria’s birthday. #TBT

(Photos courtesy of Richmond Hill Public Library)

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Dominoes is a tile-based game that is quick and fun to play. Have you tried playing dominoes? 😊
Visit the online collection -> https://t.co/akMFmKVMzH
#ArtifactoftheMonth #RHCollection

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Dominoes is a tile-based game that is quick and fun to play. Have you tried playing dominoes? 😊
Visit the online collection -> https://t.co/akMFmKEbb7
#ArtifactoftheMonth #RHCollection

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The story behind the name, Richmond Hill.

Learn more about Richmond Hill's heritage and culture by visiting our online Culture Map – https://t.co/RbxbJbcQJy

#RHHeritageStories

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In 1945, the Polka Dot Gang was a group of bandits, who wore polka dotted bandannas as disguises. They had a hideout in Richmond Hill at an abandoned farm on the corner of present day Bathurst Street & Mill Street.

Learn more ➡️https://t.co/RbxbJbcQJy

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We are taking steps in becoming more resilient to climate change. Let’s create a Resilient Richmond Hill together 😊

Share your stories of sustainability ➡️ https://t.co/I2X524zQgn

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Check out our digital Culture Map of over 1,300 resources located in Richmond Hill!

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Calling artists of all ages! Here's an activity to show how we are #DoingOurPart. Tag @myRichmondHill when you post the pic!

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We're all #DoingOurPart to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Find our window poster in today’s edition of The Liberal. Colour, post and show what you’re doing to help protect our community. Tag us and we’ll share!

You can download extra copies here
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Amos Wright Park is named for Amos Wright, the first Reeve of Markham Township in 1850. In 1997 the home was opened as the Richmond Hill Heritage Centre.

How well do you know your #RHParkStories in Richmond Hill?

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We wish everyone a happy Easter Sunday! What do your Easter eggs look like?

#Easter2020