"Tales of pioneer hardship and deprivation have been told many times. Yet still we remember in wonder, that people accomplished so much with so little; that men and women with simple tools, their bare hands, and their own inventiveness cleared the land, drained the swamps, made their own clothing and provided their own food. Through all these difficulties God was with them and they wanted their children educated intellectually and spritually." from Norfolk Street United Church history

Saturday, July 9, 2011

Enter the World of Timeless Tales this Summer at Black Creek Pioneer Village


Cinderella, Peter Rabbit, Peter Pan, Pinnocchio and more come to life and bring adventure for the whole family

TORONTO, July 8, 2011 /Canada NewsWire/ - New this summer, families will see their favourite 19th century stories come to life during Timeless Tales at Black Creek Pioneer Village. Black Creek is Toronto's largest outdoor history museum where visitors can step back in time into a recreated 1860s Village.

Enjoy special activities, performances, character meet- and- greets, and adventures all based around the stories of Cinderella, Peter Rabbit, Peter Pan, Pinocchio, Alice in Wonderland, and Anne of Green Gables.

"We're extremely excited to bring these wonderful children's stories to Black Creek Pioneer Village," said Wendy Rowney, Supervisor of Historic Programs at Black Creek Pioneer Village. "Timeless Tales is about sharing an experience with our families through classic stories that have been around for generations. Times are changing but these simple stories still bring a world of magic to anyone who reads them. If you want your children to be excited about reading these stories, or curious about our past, then this is the place to be this summer."


For a complete list of special performances, family workshops, crafts, activities and activities throughout the Village, visit www.blackcreek.ca

Location: Black Creek Pioneer Village 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto, Ontario, www.blackcreek.ca; 416-736-1733; bcpvinfo@trca.on.ca

Visitor Information:

Members Price: Free
Non-members Price: $15 adults; $11 children (ages 5-15); $14 seniors and students; children 4 years an under are free. Parking is $7. Taxes not included.

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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