Simcoe County Museum

06/13/2026

Last chance to catch Wheels and Tracks. Join us tomorrow for the final day of this exciting event. Explore incredible machines, get up close to dozers, cranes, scrapers and more! Whether you have visited already or have not made it yet, this is your last opportunity to experience it before it rolls away for the season. Tomorrow at the Simcoe County Museum. Come make some tracks with us before it is gone.

06/03/2026

The Erie Steam Shovel is getting all fired up, just in time for Wheels and Tracks!
Join us at the Museum on June 13th and 14th as we team up with the Historical Construction Equipment Association (H.C.E.A) of Canada to put these machines back in action for the weekend.

For more information please visit our website, https://museum.simcoe.ca/whats-on/upcoming-events/

05/29/2026

On June 3rd, join us for Museum Mini Explorers Down on the Farm. Learn all about one of the most important jobs there is - farming!
Help us with chores, and see what life was like for farmers almost 200 years ago! Register today to secure a place. https://museum.simcoe.ca/

05/28/2026

Have you thought about tracing your family’s history but don't know where to start? Next week for Seniors’ Social, we have the Simcoe County Genealogical Society here to do an interactive Introduction to Genealogy Workshop!

If finding out more about your family is right up your alley this is a social you are not going to want to miss. Mark us down in your calendars for Wednesday June 3rd at 2:30pm.
museum.simcoe.ca for more details

05/27/2026

05/07/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us last night for Tusk Tales: Species Reveal. Your curiosity, enthusiasm, and excellent guessing skills made it an unforgettable evening!

And now, for the moment you’ve all been waiting for… drumroll please!

WITHOUT FURTHER ADO…IT’S A MASTODON!

05/04/2026

Mammoth mystery or mastodon marvel?
Join us for Tusk Tales: Species Reveal Party on Wednesday, May 6, from 7–8 p.m. A prehistoric tusk in our collection has been hiding its true identity for ages and we’ve finally solved the mystery! Make your guess, dig into a toothy talk from the experts, and stick around for the ultimate reveal…complete with cake. It’s time to get down to the tooth, once and for all.
To find out more go to https://museum.simcoe.ca/whats-on/upcoming-events/

04/22/2026

You’re invited!

The Friends of Simcoe County Museum are hosting their Annual Meeting on April 29, 2026 at 6:30pm. It’s been an exciting year, and this meeting is your chance to hear updates, have your say, and learn how you can get involved.

The Friends of Simcoe County Museum is comprised of volunteers who lend time and talent for regularly scheduled planning meetings. They are currently looking for enthusiastic people to join their Board. If you’re passionate about local history, community involvement, or simply love the Museum, this is a great way to get involved.

03/31/2026

Spring is in the air, and Easter is the perfect time to share stories, memories, and good food. As we explore the gallery together, we will uncover some delightful and surprising facts about Easter. Join us for or Senior Social tomorrow at 2:00pm. We’ll also be swapping family recipes, so come prepared to share a favourite from your own kitchen. Whether it’s a holiday classic or a simple comfort dish, we can’t wait to hear what Easter traditions and foods mean most to your family.

03/25/2026

Calling all food enthusiasts! This April, things are cooking for Seniors’ Social! On April 1st, beginning at 2:30 p.m., help us make one of our family dishes while we swap favourite recipes!