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Since 1953

Acknowledging Our Past For Our Future

Welcome to The Lincoln Museum and Cultural Centre: Home of the Jordan Historical Museum of the Twenty! The museum is located at the heart of the beautiful Niagara Region. We are dedicated to the enrichment of the cultural fabric of our community. Join us as we share, learn, and acknowledge our local history and culture.

The Jingle Dress

01Ziibaaska'iganagooday

April 14, 6:30-9 p.m.

Come out to celebrate the opening of our newest exhbit Ziibaaska'iganagooday. Also known as the jingle dress, Ziibaaska'iganagooday is a prayer dress with an accompanying dance that is used as medicine to bring healing to the sick. The origin of the jingle dress is attributed to the Ojibwe (Anishinaabeg) from the area now known as the Minnesota-Ontario border. Today, as the dress and dance have spread across Turtle Island, the Jingle Dress Dance has become popular at powwows and is a popular competition grouping. The jingle dress has grown to represent both healing and pride amongst Indigenous Peoples.

April 14, 6:30-9 p.m., Opening remarks beginning at 7 p.m.

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Workshops, Programs, Events, Tours & More

02What's On

Join us at the museum for unique workshops for all ages, book a school or group program, or maybe host your special event! There’s always something going on at the Lincoln Museum and Cultural Centre.

Get to Know Our Collection

03Collections & Research

The Lincoln Museum and Cultural Centre collects objects that are of historic and/or cultural relevance to the cultures, peoples, and places associated with the area of the Town of Lincoln. Particularly notable objects within the collection include early-Ontario pottery, unique textiles, a painting by Group of Seven artist A.J. Casson, and a collection of Fraktur folk art. Take a closer look at our collection!

Check Out What’s on Display

04Exhibitions

We always have something wonderful to discover. Our museum features both permanent and rotating exhibitions that engage people of all ages. Visitors should be sure to see the Fraktur Gallery, or one of our two rotating galleries. You can also check out our digital exhibitions anytime from the comfort of your home!

Get to Know Us

05About

Established in 1953, the Museum has been a part of our community for decades. Find out more about us and the critical role of The Jordan Historical Museum of the Twenty Volunteer Association. You can also learn about our mission, vision, and values or the Museum Advisory Committee.