Rainy River District Women's Institute Museum in Emo, Ontario

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Rainy River District Women's Institute Museum in Emo, Ontario Pioneer museum with artifacts from the settlers of the Rainy River District, located in Emo, Ontario.

08/21/2026

Today is the last day that the museum will be open, so stop in between 9:30 and 4:30! Thank you to all our summer visitors, and especially to Paige and Tristen!

My mother taught me to sew on a treadle machine similar to this one. Has anyone else used one?
08/12/2026

My mother taught me to sew on a treadle machine similar to this one. Has anyone else used one?

Before streaming services, before Netflix, and before cable TV, this was the family entertainment. Families would gather...
08/07/2026

Before streaming services, before Netflix, and before cable TV, this was the family entertainment. Families would gather around the radio in the living room for music and stories.

Kids' activities at the museum Wednesday, August 5th.
08/04/2026

Kids' activities at the museum Wednesday, August 5th.

What's not to love about the stunning workmanship of this elegant wood-fired cookstove? Would you want to use one, even ...
08/04/2026

What's not to love about the stunning workmanship of this elegant wood-fired cookstove? Would you want to use one, even in the summer?

Most people know what this is, but has anyone out there actually used one?
08/02/2026

Most people know what this is, but has anyone out there actually used one?

08/01/2026

It is August 1st! Have you ordered your Community Birthday and Anniversary Calendar yet?

Any idea what this is? It appears to have an axe head on a wheel, but it seems so big and heavy to be used for splitting...
07/30/2026

Any idea what this is? It appears to have an axe head on a wheel, but it seems so big and heavy to be used for splitting wood.

This was an essential tool for every farmer. 1. What is it and how was it used?2. How old do you think this piece is?
07/30/2026

This was an essential tool for every farmer.
1. What is it and how was it used?
2. How old do you think this piece is?

07/29/2026

Kids Activities at the Museum today for kids aged 6-12 from 10:00 to 11:45.

Address

Box 511 21 Tyrell Street
Emo, ON
P0W1E0

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4:30am
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18074823991

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