Bengough & District Museum
Tourism Region: Big Muddy Region
The Bengough and District Museum's artifacts date from Bengough's earliest settlers to the present. The collection includes household and domestic, agricultural, educational, local business and community groups/organizations artifacts.
A special exhibit which focusses on the history of farmer owned and operated coal mines in the Big Muddy Valley region was recently opened.
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Location
Address: 190 1st Ave. WestBengough, Saskatchewan
S0C 0K0
Telephone: (306)268-2909
Fax: (306)268-2067
Hours of Operation
Operations:
By Appointment •
Seasonal
Spring Tea is held every spring.
Canada Day Heritage Celebration held July 1 yearly.
Children's Activity Days held throughout July and August.
Saskatchewan Museums Week Events.
Open: July and August: Friday-Sunday from 2pm - 5pm.
May - October: By Appointment.
Closed:
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
Administration fees
Admission:
Free
Donations are gratefully accepted.
About Collections
Bengough Town Bell * Legion and War Memorabilia * Rare stuffed and mounted specimens * Community school memorabilia * Pioneer agricultural and domestic tools * Pump organ * Coal mining * Barber shop exhibit.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 1600
Archives
Family tree records of area residents, local history books, family histories and a large collection of photographs and historical documents.
Films and Videos •
Photographs •
Sound Recordings •
Textual Records
Decorative Arts
Children's garments from 1920-1950; handiwork of local residents; Bengough band uniforms; ceremonial dress for Elks installation; World War I and II uniforms; Bengough band instruments.
Ceramics, Porcelain or Pottery •
Costumes •
Furniture or Furnishings •
Glass •
Metalwork, Silverwork or Goldwork •
Musical Instruments •
Textiles or Tapestries
Fine Arts
Culture:
Canadian
Period:
Contemporary •
Historical
Miscellaneous:
Folk Art •
War Art
Other:
World War I and II uniforms, medals, and equipment.
A quilt made by local residents displays the names of all area residents who served in World War II.
Human History
Domestic and agricultural tools and equipment used in the pioneer era.
Agriculture
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Archaeological Objects
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Ceremonial Objects
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Clocks or Time-Keeping Devices
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Communications Devices
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Computing Technology
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Costumes and Accessories
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Currency
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Exploration and Survey
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Furniture or Furnishings
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Household Objects or Domestic Technology
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Imaging
: Photographs
: Video
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Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints
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Masks
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Medals
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Medical History and Technology
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Memorabilia
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Military History and Technology
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Musical Instruments
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Oral History
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Religious or Liturgical Objects
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Sports Equipment
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Stamps
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Toys and Games
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Transportation
: Non-motorized ground
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Weapons
Services & Activities
School and group tours available apon request.
Research Services
Brochures and pamplets containing local and regional interests are displayed. Local history books along with a video containing the history of Bengough are available for researchers.
Conservation or Restoration •
Information Centre •
Library •
Video Library
Educational Programs
Early settlers relied on coal dug from the Big Muddy Valley. The museum has complied an educational program entitled "Farmer Coal Mining:1910-1950". This program will allow children to explore the history of coal mining and its impact on pioneer life.
Demonstrations
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School Programs
Visitor Services
Guided Tours
: English
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Information Centre or Desk
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Parking Facilities
: Free
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Reminiscence or Oral History Kits
Other: The Bengough Regional Park is close by and offers a serviced campground, an outdoor swimming pool and a nine hole golf course.
Other Guided Tours: A personal guided tour can be arranged for interested individuals or groups.
Food Services
Other: A picnic area is located at nearby Bengough Regional Park.
Local Tourism Links
Local Attractions •
Other Services
Other Services
Museum memberships are made available to all and volunteers are always welcome.
Publications & Products
A brochure highlighting the museum's history, collections and activities is available.
Images
Kitchen cupboard used during the early 1900's.
© copyright Bengough Museum 2001. All rights reserved.
Original barbershop chair, mirror and sign used in Bengough.
© copyright Bengough Museum 2001. All rights reserved.
Indian costume.
© copyright Bengough Museum 2001. All rights reserved.
Collection of butterflies.
© copyright Bengough Museum 2001. All rights reserved.
Stuffed bobcat.
© copyright Bengough Museum 2001. All rights reserved
