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Muskoka Boat & Heritage Centre is a 20,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility celebrating life on the water in Muskoka. We feature the largest in-water collection of antique and classic boats. Guests are invited to walk through a living postcard onto the freight deck and meet the crew of our steamship while experiencing the elegance of famous resorts from yesteryear. Even sit in a hotel and experience the sounds of the Big Band Era. Step back in time and discover Muskoka's rich heritage dating back to the late 1800's. Visit the boat builder's workshop and view some of the finest wooden boats ever produced, become the Captain and blow the steam whistles, or start up a working engine. With ever-changing exhibits and new classic boats on display, a visit to Muskoka Boat & Heritage Centre in Gravenhurst is an entertaining and educational experience not to be missed!
The Museum was founded as the Haliburton Highlands Pioneer Museum in 1967, as a Canadian Centennial project to commemorate the early pioneers of the area. The Rotary Club and a committee of interested citizens were behind it, including Ron Curry of Curry Motors fame & founder of the Rotary Club of Haliburton. Prominent as well were Haliburton school teachers Margaret Sisson & Clara 'Kell' Andison.
The West Parry Sound District Museum, commonly known as the Museum on Tower Hill, began as a group of dedicated citizens. Today the Museum continues to preserve and interpret the core cultural themes that carved the West Parry Sound District out of a rugged Canadian landscape and explores contemporary topics relevant to today's communities.
Explore a self-guided trail of caves, caverns and crevasses carved millions of years ago by glacial ice, and savour the breathtaking lookouts from the highest point of the Niagara Escarpment, set in one of Canada’s sixteen UNESCO biosphere reserves. Learn about the First Nations’ Huron Petun tribe as you discover the mysterious places and hidden natural fortress which sheltered the native people from their enemies. Venture over Southern Ontario’s longest 420ft. Suspension Footbridge which offers spectacular views of Georgian Bay and surrounding countryside. Hitch a ride on Rocky the train, and enjoy the additional features such as: children’s adventure playground, pan for gemstones, mini golf, trout pond, picnic areas, snack bar and gift shop. Please, no pets and running or hiking shoes are required. Open 7 days per week, May to October.
Very impressed with the caves...I enjoyed my time at your site...the views are beautiful for someone to see who has never been to Canada...I will GLADLY recommend this attraction to others... Read more
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