Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an unforgettable evening rooted in Indigenous art, stories, and teachings at the Manitoba Museum. Centred on Anishinaabe strawberry knowledge, this exclusive after-hours paint event blends creativity, culture, and connection for a truly one-of-a-kind experience. This event is meant for anyone who wants to celebrate love in its many forms. Whether you come with a partner, your best friend, your mother or daughter, or someone who simply brings joy to your life, this event welcomes all relationships and all ways of loving.

Your evening begins with a special behind-the-scenes viewing of works by Norval Morrisseau, alongside Indigenous ancestral belongings in the Manitoba Museum's collection – moccasins, beadwork, and other items whose designs speak to love and kinship. A short Museum gallery tour will further highlight paintings by Norval Morrisseau and Daphne Odjig. Guests will then take part in a strawberry-inspired paint night guided by acclaimed artist Dawn Chartrand, accompanied by a special guest sharing Anishinaabe strawberry teachings. Together, they’ll explore themes of love, connection to the land, and the meaning of Ode’imin – the heart berry.

Each ticket includes access to a delicious charcuterie grazing table by Indigenous woman-owned Sharecuterie, as well as a strawberry mocktail crafted especially for the evening.

This culturally rich Valentine’s experience is offered only once, and space is limited.