4.5Canadian War Museum(4.622 reviews)from $15.71 - Loved it Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Military Museums • Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums
The Canadian War Museum is more than a museum that is internationally renowned for its symbolic architecture; it is synonym for inspiring and touching stories. Canada's rich military history is showcased through personal stories, artwork, photographs and interactive presentations. Tour the extensive permanent exhibitions and expand your knowledge of the conflicts that shaped Canada, Canadians and the world, as well as the roll Canadians played in them.See more..
4.5Canadian Museum of Nature(2.181 reviews) - Earth to the Moon Saturday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums • Science Museums
The Canadian Museum of Nature is open. Discover our special exhibition, Planet Ice: Mysteries of the Ice Ages, runs to January 8 2023. Enjoy our seven world-class galleries, from dinosaurs, to birds, to live bugs, Canada's Arctic and more. Timed ticketing is in effect - book in advance to save time and skip the line! Masks are encouraged, but not required.See more..
4.5Fort Henry National Historic Site(1.612 reviews) - Fort Henry - a great day out Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Once inside the wooden gates, visitors enter the realm of 19th century military life, experience guided tours, scenic views, heart-pounding musical performances and precision military demonstrations by the Fort Henry Guard. You will also see people representing the civilian population of the Fort as schoolteachers and soldiers' wives. The Fort also plays host to numerous special ceremonies and events that take place all season long.See more..
4.5Bata Shoe Museum(1.345 reviews)from $11.42 - A very good museum for a rainy afternoon Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
The Bata Shoe Museum: For Every Shoe There's a Story The Bata Shoe Museum is home to the world's largest, most comprehensive collection of shoes and footwear-related objects. The mission of the BSM is to contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the role of footwear in the social and cultural life of humanity. Through acquiring, conserving, researching, communicating and exhibiting material evidence related to the history of footwear and shoemaking, the Museum illustrates the living habits, the culture and the customs of people from every corner of the world.See more..
4.5Upper Canada Village(798 reviews) - Best historical village I have every visited Saturday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Touring Upper Canada Village is a magical experience, transporting you back in time to the 1860s. A key part of the experience is the authentic buildings that make up the village, the activities that each housed, and of course, the people who lived there.See more..
Experience a guided tour of this 40-room Italianate-style villa built in the 1830's on Burlington Heights; the former site of a fortified military encampment established by the British in 1813.See more..
4.5Fort William Historical Park(569 reviews) - One of the top attractions in the area Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums
Fort William Historical Park (FWHP) features Fort William, one of the largest living history sites in North America, and the David Thompson Astronomical Observatory, home to one of Central Canada’s largest telescopes. Fort William is dedicated to bringing to life the excitement and drama of the 19th century fur trade at the magnificent inland headquarters of the North West Company. The historic site also serves as a gateway to learn about traditional lifestyle, culture and heritage of the local Indigenous People, the Anishinaabe. FWHP includes a campground, as well as canoe and kayak rentals for the recreation enthusiast, and presents a variety of special events year-round.See more..
4.5Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre(560 reviews) - Even if you are not into planes, this is a cultural glimpse into Canadian Northern reality Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours History Museums
An interactive museum featuring two dozen planes, including the first Beaver float plane produced. Come in and see the award-winning Wildfires! A firefighting adventure in 3D. Take a ride as a passenger in our flight adventure simulator. Climb an actual fire tower, see a fire ranger office, or enjoy our Children's Flight Centre. All this and more can be found at the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre! Closed Good Friday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Boxing Day and New Years Day. See bushplane.com for more details.See more..
4.5The Canadian Canoe Museum(412 reviews) - Outstanding. Best museum experience in years Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
The Canadian Canoe Museum stewards the world's largest collection of canoes, kayaks and paddled watercraft. More than 600 in number, the watercraft and their stories of national and international significance, have a pivotal role to play in our collective future. PLEASE NOTE: the last day to visit the current museum at 910 Monaghan will be Labour Day (September 5, 2022) before we close to prepare to move to our new home at 2077 Ashburnham Drive (opening summer 2023!).See more..
4.5National Air Force Museum of Canada(334 reviews) - Finally re-opened Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums
The National Air Force Museum of Canada (NAFMC) is proud to honour the heritage of the Royal Canadian Air Force. Discover an aviation history full of valour and tradition through a wide variety of exhibits, interactive activities and displays, including the fully restored World War II Halifax Bomber (the only one of its kind in the world!). Our 16-acre Airpark features both historic and active aircraft on view for an up-close and personal aviation experience. Also in the Airpark are some 11,000 Ad Astra Stones and 35 Monuments that tribute past and current members of the RCAF.See more..
4.5Canadian Automotive Museum(272 reviews) - Car baby, that's me Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
The Canadian Automotive Museum collects and displays the history of the automobile in Canada. The museum is open: Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 4:00pm, Closed Public Holidays.See more..
The Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum is the largest community museum in Ontario. Our campus of historical attractions includes the Waterloo Region Museum which showcases more than 12,000 years of history in Waterloo Region; Doon Heritage Village - a recreation of rural village in 1914, with more than 20 historic buildings, costumed interpreters and farm animals; the Waterloo Region Hall of Fame honouring individuals and groups who have brought recognition to themselves and Waterloo Region; and the Region of Waterloo Curatorial Centre - our world class artifact preservation and storage facility. The Waterloo Region Museum and the Waterloo Region Hall of Fame are open year round. Doon Heritage Village is open seasonally from May 1 through December 23. The public hours for the museum and village are different at some times of the year.See more..
4.5Bank of Canada Museum(210 reviews) - Free, interesting and interactive! Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Children's Museums • History Museums
Enter the heart of the economic system and explore fun, hands-on, interactive exhibits that cover everything from how people’s expectations affect the health of an economy to how inflation targeting works (hint: you get to fly a rocket ship!). The Museum also features artifacts from the National Currency Collection -- the most complete collection of Canadian coins, notes and tokens in the world.See more..
3.5London Children's Museum(189 reviews) - A Great Place for Toddlers Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Science Museums • Children's Museums • History Museums
The London Children’s Museum provides children and their grown-ups with extraordinary hands-on learning experiences in a distinctly child-centred environment. Part of the London community for 40 years, the Children’s Museum is where more than 80,000 children and their families visit each year to dream and play, and gather to learn and grow. Exhibits and stimulating learning experiences allow children to explore history and heritage, investigate the complexities of science and social relationships, and celebrate the beauty in art and culture. The Children’s Museum helps children indulge their curiosity and play their way to a life of innovation and creative discovery. Charitable Registration No. 10808 7263 RR0001See more..
4.5Westfield Heritage Village(152 reviews) - Wonderful place for a weekend with the whole family Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • History Museums
Westfield Heritage Village Conservation Area is located just outside of the village of Rockton, Ontario. The site is open daily from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm for walking, hiking and bird-watching. The historical buildings are only open on special program days. Check the website for further information.See more..
4.5Eldon House(140 reviews) - Lovely Tea in a Beautiful Setting Saturday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums
Built in 1834, the oldest surviving home in London contains heirlooms and furnishings that belonged to the original owners, Captain John and Amelia Harris. ***During COVID-19 the interior of Eldon House will be open by appointment only during the listed hours. Our summer tea program is unavailable in 2020.See more..
4.5Laurier House National Historic Site(121 reviews) - Laurier House - Ottawa's Hidden Treasure Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Entering the former residence of two of Canada’s most important Prime Ministers is like stepping into the inner sanctum of our country’s political history. For over fifty years this Second Empire mansion in downtown Ottawa was at the heart of Canadian political life, serving as the residence of both Sir Wilfrid Laurier and the Rt. Hon. William Lyon Mackenzie King. Here they entertained dignitaries and politicians while often conducting the business of state.See more..
4.0Murney Tower National Historic Site(115 reviews) - Historical Canada Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Military Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums
Murney Tower Museum is housed in one of the last martello towers built in the world. It depicts life as it would have been for an 1846 soldier and his family. From the cannon on the gun-platform to the ditch defenses in the basement to the barracks level (complete with costumes for visitors to try on!), Murney Tower has something for everyone.See more..
4.5Muskoka Heritage Place(109 reviews) - Loved this place Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM History Museums
Totally worth a visit and what a education for us all. So interesting for all ages and the houses are the original ones. Really loved this and so glad we visited. Lovely staff too and all in costume. The blacksmith was particularly friendly and so interesting to talk to! See more..
Witness the social and mechanical life of Canada's early industrial revolution. Housed in a 150-year-old Waterworks, this National Historic Site preserves two 45-foot high, 70-ton steam engines, perhaps the oldest surviving Canadian-built engines. The historic Hamilton Waterworks is a Civil and Power Engineering Landmark. The museum offers guided tours, various permanent and changing exhibits and features special events for the whole family, including Live Steamer Days from May through October.See more..
The Horseless Carriage Museum is a unique, privately-owned museum specializing in pre-1914 transportation and early mechanical technology. We feature five century-old vehicles and a 1895 Sawyer & Massey steam traction engine, rare mechanical music machines and an 1890's General Store, and more. Bus and group tours welcome. Check out our website and blog for more information. (Please note: We are located midway between Bobcaygeon and Fenelon Falls on County Road 8. Please call ahead for an appointment! Open May to November .......weather permitting!See more..
4.5Grey Roots Museum & Archives(91 reviews) - Great place to visit Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Visitor Centers • History Museums
Grey Roots Museum & Archives is a multi-faceted attraction that preserves and promotes the cultural and heritage traditions of Grey County. Innovative and informative interpretive programs and demonstrations, rotating exhibits, a heritage village, archival resources and superior customer service create an exciting and educational visitor experience.See more..
4.51000 Islands History Museum(89 reviews) - Arthur Child Heritage Museum of the 1000 Islands Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
The 1000 Islands History Museum provides visitors with an inviting setting to reflect on the history of the area. The building itself is build in a style reminiscent to the original cottages and grand hotels that dotted the islands of the St. Lawrence, built during the Golden Era. In the spacious exhibit halls, visitors will find dioramas, videos and interactive displays designed to educate and entertain.See more..
4.5Guelph Civic Museum(85 reviews) - Charming Museum Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums
The Guelph Civic Museum showcases Guelph's history through permanent and changing exhibits, a fun and interactive families gallery, and special events and activities. Located in the recently renovated Loretto Convent, atop the hill at Norfolk Street and beside the landmark Church of Our Lady, the museum is home to a collection of artifacts that bring Guelph's past to life.See more..
4.5Glanmore National Historic Site(80 reviews) - Incredible Visit Saturday: 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums
Discover Belleville's Treasure: Glanmore National Historic Site. This grand Victorian mansion serves as both a historic house and community museum. It was built in 1883 for prominent Belleville Banker John Philpot Curran Phillips and his wife Harriet. Glanmore was designated a National Historic Site for its exceptional 2nd Empire style architecture. The historic house has had extensive restoration. The museum exhibits artifacts original to the historic house as well as fine art and decorative objects from the Couldery collection and artifacts that are significant to local history from the Regional collection. The museum is open-year round.See more..
4.5Lang Pioneer Village(79 reviews) - Excellent ! Very authentic place. Saturday: Spent 2-3 hours History Museums
Experience Peterborough County's history come to life! Lang Pioneer Village Museum is located just 10 minutes east of Peterborough on the shores of the Indian River. Established in 1967, the Museum features over 30 restored and recreated buildings. Costumed interpreters demonstrate the life and trades of the First Nations and settlers in the 1800s. The Village is complete with lanes and pathways, farm animals, vegetable and herb gardens and other authentic details of a 19th-century hamlet. The Museum is open from Father's Day to Labour Day and seasonally for special events and facility rentals. It's where history is happening safely!See more..
A local landmark and one of Kitchener's oldest dwellings. Schneider Haus National Historic Site features hands-on activities, special events, and more for the whole family! History comes to life as costumed staff demonstrate traditional tasks through the seasons. Also features a modern interpretation wing that hosts gallery exhibits, workshops and lectures. The heart of the complex is an 1816 Georgian-frame farmhouse that was built by and was home to the area's earliest non-Aboriginal settlers, Joseph and wife Barbara Schneider, who were Pennsylvania-German Mennonites.See more..
Very interesting museum with very nice displays and artifacts related to the area. There are many nautical artifacts and photographs which reflect the shipping industries and were neat to see. There were also some exquisite Victorian area gowns that were the finest we have ever seen. The outdoor village replica was very nice to walk through but it was too bad there were no interpreters there. Highly recommended! See more..
Located in the railway town of Capreol, the museum is a must see destination for any history buff. Home to a unique collection of rail history, the collection is highlighted by retired CN steam locomotive #6077. The museum house, a former home belonging to the local railway superintendent, boasts an impressive collection of artifacts related to the lumber and mining industries. The museum's Heritage Centre, located in the town's former Fire Hall and Police Station sheds light on the regions social history.See more..
Our mission is to preserve the past of Canada South for the education and interpretation of present and future generations. Sitting on 100 Acres, our 25000 square foot Transportation Museum showcases modes of transportation from early wooden wheel wagons all the way to the present day Viper! Our Heritage Village is a journey back in time to 15 buildings that have been placed here from all over Essex County. Our tour guides would be happy to take you back in time to learn the treasured history of our area. Our Village is open Tuesday Through Sunday May 01 - October 31st, and our Museum is open year round for tours.See more..
4.5Banting House National Historic Site(67 reviews) - Birthplace of Insulin - Best Kept Secret in London Saturday: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Speciality Museums • History Museums
I was fortunate enough to have a guided tour from Grant Maltman, the museum curator. This was one of the most inspiring places I have ever visited. Recommended for anyone who has a personal connection with Diabetes or who has benefited from Dr. Banting's work. The most moving part of the tour - the small bedroom where the idea for insulin was conceived at 2 a.m. one late-October morning in 1920.See more..
4.5Pickering Museum Village(64 reviews) - Best Drive Thru Experience! Speciality Museums • History Museums
Explore the largest living history museum in Durham Region. It's a unique experience brought to life by live interpreters in heritage buildings including a blacksmith's shop, general store, school house, temperance hotel, and chapel. Visit us today and travel back in time!See more..
4.0PumpHouse Museum(64 reviews) - More than pumps Saturday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
The PumpHouse Museum is located in one of Canada's oldest original water works - where steam-powered pumps provided the first running water to Kingston residents from 1851. The museum's most incredible artifact is the museum itself - where the original pumps are animated and visitors can discover exactly how they worked. Guided or self-guided tours show how steam power was an essential element of the industrial development of Canada and pumped water played a key role in Kingston's history. Check our website for our latest exhibit on display. The Museum is home to a stunning collection of model railway trains. An elaborate multi-level O scale train can be set in motion by the push of a button, and the HO scale train set from the opening of the iconic CBC children's show 'The Friendly Giant' is on display.See more..
Step back into the lavish Victorian era. Castle Kilbride was built in 1877 by entrepreneur James Livingston. It was home to the Livingston family from 1877 to 1988. Now a National Historic Site, the beautiful interior Trompe l'oeil paintings are deemed some of the finest in Canada.See more..
4.5McCrae House(51 reviews) - Well done museum & memorial Saturday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Gardens • History Museums
McCrae House is the birthplace of John McCrae (1872-1918), doctor, soldier and author of “In Flanders Fields.”See more..
This museum gave me a better understanding of how my family came to be in Peterborough. It starts with the Native Americans and takes you to the immigration of Irish settlers to the Peterborough area.I walked away with a new understanding of Peterborough and my own family history. And what did this cost me............Nothing. It is by donation only. I will be returning in October to see a new display called "Egypt, The Gift of the Nile" on loan from the ROM in Toronto. Hope to see you there too.See more..
For many, The Elgin Settlement, founded in 1849, was the last stop on the Underground Railroad. The museum site includes the Buxton Museum, S.S. #13 Raleigh (Buxton) Schoolhouse (1861), the Colbert/Henderson Cabin (1854), and the Shadd Barn (restoration completed in 2009). Local church cemeteries (1857) are on the grounds adjacent to the museum. Facilities include a large picnic shelter and barbecue, washrooms, a wheelchair-access ramp to the museum, and plenty of free parking. Of special note is the Research Area, which contains resource materials, pertaining to local history and genealogy.See more..
4.5Thunder Bay Museum(46 reviews) - Nice Local Museum Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM History Museums
Museum was a great place to spend and Hour, they have a really neat way of showing there history thought a old store front vignettes, Albert the dinosaur was pretty neat. the young lady at the front desk was very helpful in answering our question even if it had nothing to do with the Museum. ie good places to eat . there are 3 floors with and elevator for the people who have some difficultySee more..
4.5Orillia Museum of Art and History(41 reviews) - Unexpected treasure in downtown Orillia Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums • History Museums
The Orillia Museum of Art & History (OMAH) is a hub of culture and heritage located down in the heart of Orillia's Peter Street Arts District. The clock tower of our Sir Samuel Steele Memorial Building is a beacon for our historical location. For ten years OMAH has been inspiring creativity and celebrating history, growing as a hub for local artists and historians.See more..
4.5Sharon Temple(40 reviews) - Sharon Temple - a Beautiful Visit History Museums
First of all, despite the TripAdvisor listing, this is in EAST Gwillimbury, not West Gwillimbury. A lovely 35 minute drive from Toronto, the 404 currently ends right in the East Gwillimbury region. (Although they are building an extension as I type this.) The building is architecturally beautiful and the history of David Willson and the Children of Peace is fascinating. Check out their website for the full story - but it is absolutely worth a day trip. See where Yonge street originally ended, and where Lake Algonquin was long ago. The staff was amazingly knowledgable and friendly and gave us a tour even though they weren't yet open! Several buildings on the grounds give tremendous insight into how the Children of Peace - and all pioneers - lived in the 1800s in Ontario.See more..
4.5Pelee Island Heritage Centre(39 reviews) - Always the First Place to Visit Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Natural History Museums • Science Museums • History Museums
Established in 1988, our museum houses a superb collection of island treasures. Focusing on Pelee Island's human and natural history, exhibits include geology, early Paleo-Indian culture, crossing the ice, wine history, fishing, quarrying, the pheasant hunt, shipwrecks, and much more. Open daily from May 1 through to Thanksgiving weekend.See more..
4.5Sifton-Cook Heritage Centre(36 reviews) - Need to check this out Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent < 1 hour History Museums
The Sifton-Cook Heritage Centre is now IN PREPARATION for the 2023 season with opening scheduled for May 20. It first opened to the public in 2012 in what may be Cobourg's oldest building. Exhibits, videos and operating Model Railways, indoors and out, tell the story of our Town's history. The 2023 exhibition will be “Our Community - Our Stories”, Immigration to Northumberland County - from the settlement of Alderville near Rice Lake to recent arrivals to Cobourg. The history of local railways is also featured. The Centre is located at Durham & Orr Streets, just 3 blocks west of historic Victoria Hall. No charge for admission!See more..
4.5Brockville Museum(36 reviews) - A FINE MUSEUM Speciality Museums • History Museums
A visit to the Brockville Museum offers a glimpse into the social and industrial history of Ontario's first incorporated town. Through a variety of thematic and interpretive exhibits, the Brockville Museum shares the stories of the people who have shaped this waterfront community for over 200 years. The museum is housed (partially) in a mid-19th century home on the Downtown Brockville Waterfront, adjacent to the Brock Trail. It opened in 1981 and has since grown as a fixture in the community, as a tourist attraction, and in the programs, exhibits, and museum services that it provides. While you tour the galleries you will have the chance to explore Brockville's history at your leisure. Exhibits focus on the themes: "Made in Brockville", "The People of Brockville", and "Brockville's River & Rail Story". Admission is by donation. Hours vary by season, please visit the museum's website for all the latest.See more..
4.5Perth Museum(35 reviews) - Great staff Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • History Museums
Leave the 21st century behind as you enter the world of the 1840s at the elegant Matheson House, home of the award-winning Perth Museum. This popular tourist attraction, located downtown at 11 Gore Street East, is a National Historic Site.See more..
This Museum was built in a restored Textile Mill and the handwork shown varies from knitted tea cups in one show to magnificent quilts in another. The Museum was lucky to host the work of the late Juan Gueur and his scientific art installations. It's a great museum to check out on a regular basis. See more..
4.5Museum of Health Care(32 reviews) - A hidden gem Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Speciality Museums • History Museums
The story of Canadian health and medicine tells how people have preserved health and managed disease, pain, and suffering. The Museum of Health Care at Kingston strives to connect visitors with the experience of people in past times and provide context and perspective on today's health issuesSee more..
They serve a primo brand of coffee (Lavazza), there are comfortable seats facing the water overlooking the harbour, the staff is friendly and helpful, and they make excellent espressos, lattes, etc. This place is great. No crowds, fresh breezes, calm atmosphere....life is good. See more..
Went to a multicultural event tonight and it was fun. The staff are always friendly and helpful. The event was small but interesting and we met some new people. Got my arm henna'd. Also there were snacks including meatballs :) This was not our first visit to the heritage centre and it won't be our last. See more..
The Aurora Historical Society was founded in 1963 and dedicates itself to the preservation of Aurora’s heritage. A non-profit governed by a volunteer Board, the Society proudly owns and operates Hillary House National Historic Site. Built in 1862, Hillary House was used as a doctor's practice and family residence for over 100 years and is one of the best examples of Gothic Revival architecture in Canada. Come and see it.See more..
Come and visit the oldest jail in Ontario and the second oldest jail in Canada. The L'Orignal Old Jail is a unique tourist attraction in eastern Ontario. Open to the public since June 2007, the historic building motivates people from the surrounding region and elsewhere to soak in the penitentiary atmosphere of long ago. From June 1st until Labour Day, the prison is open seven days a week between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. Venez visiter la plus ancienne prison en Ontario et la deuxieme plus ancienne au Canada. L'Ancienne Prison de L'Orignal est une attraction touristique tout a fait unique dans l'Est ontarien. Ouvert au public depuis juin 2007, le batiment historique incite les gens de la region et de partout dans le monde a se submerger dans l'atmosphere carceral d'antan. A partir du 1er juin jusqu'a la fete du travail, la prison est ouverte 7 jours par semaine et ce, de 10h a 16h.See more..
