We are celebrating L.M. Montgomery’s birthday all summer long with events across PEI! There will be ice cream socials, high teas, journalling workshops, live art and so much more! Mark your calendars for these events in 2024!
1. Raising her Voice: Celebrating 150 Years of Montgomery
Experience the vibrant spirit of Avonlea Village as it springs to life for the summer! The Village will be abuzz with female creators in celebration of L.M. Montgomery’s 150th birthday, from talented artists to live musicians, showcasing their work throughout the day. Every business will be open, each celebrating L.M. Montgomery in their unique way. Don’t miss this lively fusion of art, music, and community!
Event Schedule:
When: June 29th, 2024
Where: Avonlea Village
2. Maud’s Photo Rambles with Ian Carter
Did you know Montgomery was a passionate amateur photographer? Her 150th Birthday Celebrations are a perfect opportunity to grab your smartphone or favorite camera and join us in Cavendish for a leisurely reminiscence as we share a few stories and capture some inspirational sources for Maud’s writing and photography.
When: Every Thursday (July 4th-Sept. 26th, 2024)
Where: Montgomery Park
3. 24th Annual Strawberry Social
Enjoy this delightful summer tradition against the backdrop of the Bideford Parsonage Museum. Indulge in the finest flavours of PEI with ADL ice cream served with the juiciest, locally grown strawberries, freshly baked, homemade biscuits, and ice cold Raspberry Cordial—a match made in culinary heaven.
When: July 21st, 1:30-4:30 pm
Where: Bideford Parsonage Museum
4. Live Art- Montgomery’s Island
Watch some of PEI’s wonderful artists at this plein-air event. This is t a series of five events, each with its own particular location and theme. To celebrate Montgomery’s 150th birthday, each event offers some of her quotes from her stories or journals to inspire the artists!
When & Where:
June 29th, 10 am-12 pm – Avonlea Village
July 15th, 10 am-12 pm – Montgomery Park
August 5th, 10 am – 12 pm – North Rustico Lighthouse
August 19th, 10 am-2 pm – Anne of Green Gables Museum
August 31st, 10 am – 2 pm – Montgomery Park
5. Illustrate a Tiny Art Book: Inspired by Maud
This workshop is inspired by Montgomery’s book publishing and scrapbooking hobby! Create a book inspired by Montgomery’s quotes and learn how to assemble an accordion-style book!
When: June 17th – September 30th (Booking Required – contact hello@juliapurcell.ca)
Where: Purcell Parlour Gallery
6. Journey Back in Time to L.M. Montgomery’s Classroom
Spend a day discovering what it would have been like to be one of L.M. Montgomery’s students! Visit the Bedeque Museum on Saturdays to meet the teacher, learn about the schoolhouse, and partake in lessons.
When: June 29th – September 30th, 2024 (Call, email, or visit the museum to book.)
Where: Bedeque Museum
7. Guided Journaling After Dusk in Avonlea
Come to Avonlea Village after dusk for a guided journalling workshop to learn about positive journalling practices and using the power of your words. This event includes your favorite Samuel’s beverage of choice, a complimentary journal, a pen, and a signature Samuel’s Cat cookie in honor of L.M. Montgomery! ($50 pp)
When: June 27th, 7:00pm
Where: Samuel’s Cafe, Cavendish
8. Sweet Serenades: A Lucy Maud Montgomery Ice Cream Social
Celebrate the enduring legacy of Lucy Maud Montgomery in a truly magical setting at the PEI Preserve Company. There will be homemade ice cream, garden games, and live music in the Gardens of Hope overlooking the New Glasgow River!
When: July 13th, 12:00 pm-2:00 pm
Where: PEI Preserve Company
9. For the Love of Maud – High Tea
Montgomery loved a good afternoon tea! Come to the MacPhail Homestead and hear the retelling of amusing stories connected to Lucy Maud Montgomery’s visit to MacPhail Homestead!
When: July-September, Wednesdays & Fridays, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Where: Sir MacPhail Homestead
10. On the Shore with Maud
Did you know Montgomery saw a shipwreck off of the Cavendish Shore when she was a child? Come to Carr’s Oyster Bar to hear Leon Gallant and Philip Gallant retell L.M. Montgomery’s eyewitness account of the wreck of the Marco Polo in 1883 through music and storytelling!
When: July 25th, 2024 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: Carr’s Oyster Bar
And that is not all! Take a look at our full schedule of events to see everything happening in 2024 to celebrate Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Birthday!