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Built between 1835-1837, Ireland House at Oakridge Farm was the home of Joseph Ireland, one of Burlington's earliest settlers. Emigrating from Bowes, Yorkshire, England in...

Ottawa’s immersive history destination.The Diefenbunker is Canada’s most significant surviving Cold War artifact — it is an impressive four-storey underground...

Agnes Etherington Art Centre is a research‐intensive art museum located on the historic campus of Queen’s University. It illuminates the great artistic traditions of the...

The Multicultural History Society of Ontario (MHSO) is a not-for-profit educational institution and heritage centre established in 1976 by Professor Robert F. Harney and some of...

Located in a cafe setting overlooking the tarmac and runways of Wiarton-Keppel Airport, The Gallery of Early Canadian Flight is a collection of archival photos, artist's prints,...

The Art Museum at the University of Toronto is an interdisciplinary arts hub that offers new encounters with diverse artistic and cultural perspectives. Comprising two galleries...

The House of Commons Heritage Collection features objects ranging from sculpture and furniture to official portraits and historical paintings. Most of the objects in this...

Located in a historic 1837 stone building, this museum is restored to reflect the family life of Dr. John Hutchison from 1837 to 1847. Dr. Hutchison was an early resident...

This national historic site was built in 1810. The grist mill operated until 1949 and the site is now used to interpret the evolution of milling technology and other local...

Entomica is an insect-based science centre located inside the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario.  A variety of live exotic insects from around...

The Huron Historic Gaol is a unique and imposing octoganol building which served as the County Jail from its opening in 1841 until 1972 when all inmates were transferred to...

MISSION STATEMENT OF THE SOCIETY1.To encourage and develop the study of the history of Grenville County2.To collect, preserve, exhibit, and publish material pertaining to...

Discover the treasures of North America’s charming and surprising shoe museum in Toronto, Canada. A remarkable collection of footwear from around the globe with over 4,500...

The rural history of Oxford County and Norwich Township, from the early-19th until the mid-20th century, is the focus of this community museum. The site features a large...

The Huron County Museum is home to historical and cultural exhibitions, both temporary and permanent.  Thousands of artifacts illustrate the history of both our rural and...

Cottonwood is an Italianate-style red brick mansion built c. 1870 by William Holmes Jr., as a private residence. Come and explore the 1870’s historic mansion, immerse...

10 historic museums operated by the City of Toronto work collectively to inspire passion for the city. Museum professionals have researched the history of Toronto and present this...

Travel back in time to Owen Sound’s industrial past when the city was a thriving port. Housed in a former Canadian National Railway Station on the waterfront, the Museum...

The Shevchenko Museum was founded by the Association of United Ukrainian Canadians in 1952, for the purpose of popularizing the life and work of the Bard of Ukraine, and the...

Focusing on the late 1800s to 1960s, this community museum encompasses a wide range of subject matter, including social history as well as a good representation of working class...

Canada's largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings is on view at Historic Fort York. This national historic site is the location of the founding of Toronto in 1793...

An impressive reconstruction of the 1873 train station, the Museum overlooks beautiful Georgian Bay. We preserve the history of Collingwood and area, feature exhibits showcasing...

The Transportation Museum of Thunder Bay is a volunteer-based, not for profit organization dedicated to the collecting, preservation and display of transportation artifacts and...

This community museum collects artifacts and ephemera with a geographical focus on the City of York. Contact the site for information on current activities.

To collect and preserve artifacts to illustrate, interpret and make known the history of theatre in Canada.

The Stratford-Perth Museum is a community museum which is dedicated to celebrating our area’s rich cultural heritage. The collection includes agricultural, domestic, industrial...

The resource centre library collection focuses on the Niagara-on-the-Lake area and surrounding district. Records are mainly on microfilm.

The Heritage House is Smiths Falls' community museum, offering changing local themed exhibitions, art shows and events in a one-of-a-kind 1860's home. Museum features...

Hamilton Children’s Museum invites young visitors to stretch their imagination as they touch, build and experiment in a friendly, child-focused setting. Home to interactive...

June 1, 1866, the Fenians attacked Canada at the Battle of Ridgeway. This Battle provided additional impetus for the provinces to join Confederation and to begin development of a...

The Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) program is both an academic and a professional program. It aims to provide students with: Comprehensive knowledge of the functions of museums...

This historic building houses artifacts relating to the history of the community from its earliest settlement. The site features changing exhibits and programs and an archival...

Located only minutes from downtown Ottwa, Canada's largest science and technology museum is a great hands-on experience for visitors of all ages. Discover some of the most...

The Halton County Museum was founded in 1961. In 1974 it became the responsibility of the Region when the new Regional Municipality of Halton was formed. In 2014, Regional Council...

This community museum and archives covers a wide variety of interests including early fossils, social history, community artifacts, archives and genealogical resources. The...

This military museum focuses on artifacts and vehicles related to the Ontario Regiment and the City of Oshawa. Visitors to the museum can view a 1944, 38-ton Sherman tank; an Anti...

A varied collection of artifacts pertaining to our community and surrounding area. Includes a fine art collection.

This 1866 mansion, situated on two and a half hectares of extensively restored grounds and gardens, features original furnishings and fine art. Visitors can enjoy an "...

Dedicated to preserving the technological history of the television receiver, this museum has a specialized collection of British and North American TV receivers and related items...

The primary focus at this community museum is on the history of Haldimand County until approximately 1960. The site acts as archives for the County, with an emphasis on genealogy...

The height of extravagance in the heart of the country.  Castle Kilbride is the 1877 Italianate home of James Livingston, Canada’s “Flax Mill King.”...

Of the original seven hotels of Lucan's early days, the Central Hotel is likely the oldest, dating back to around 1860 when it was built by Bob Mclean.

The Children's Museum has three floors to explore and discover! Our permanent galleries and travelling and seasonal exhibits are filled with hands-on activities and...

The South Grey Museum shines a spotlight on Grey Highlands and the people who call it home.Our 'Main Gallery' celebrates figures like Agnes Macphail, the first woman...

Muskoka Heritage Place - Museum, Village & Train Historic museum, with pioneer village and operational train on site. Museum open year round. Site open May long weekend to...

This community museum displays artifacts relating to the history of Grimsby and surrounding communities, from prehistory to the current day. The museum offers education programs,...