Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives

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As Museum Month comes to a close, we’re reminded that museums are places of care, curiosity, and community. ❤️Thank you ...
05/31/2026

As Museum Month comes to a close, we’re reminded that museums are places of care, curiosity, and community. ❤️

Thank you to everyone who visited , supported, volunteered, and learned with us this May. Museums matter—today and every day🙏 ✨🏛️.

Preserving for the Future 🏛️🔍Museums care for the past with the future in mind.Through the preservation of artifacts, ar...
05/29/2026

Preserving for the Future 🏛️🔍

Museums care for the past with the future in mind.

Through the preservation of artifacts, archives, and stories 📦📜, museums ensure that future generations can learn from and connect with the histories that shaped our communities.
This work is at the heart of why museums matter.

🎉 Summer Program Registration is NOW OPEN for Non-Penetanguishene Residents!🌟Explore some of the great programs offered ...
05/27/2026

🎉 Summer Program Registration is NOW OPEN for Non-Penetanguishene Residents!
🌟Explore some of the great programs offered at the museum including a Summer Tea, Museum Tots and our popular Make and Take Wednesdays!

🌟Summer Program Registration is NOW OPEN for Non-Residents!
📅 Non-Resident Registration: OPEN
👥 Resident Registration: Opened on May 20, 2026
🖱️ View programs and register online at: https://top.recdesk.com

Museums & Education 📚✨Museums are spaces for lifelong learning.From school visits to hands‑on activities 🖐️ and public p...
05/27/2026

Museums & Education 📚✨

Museums are spaces for lifelong learning.
From school visits to hands‑on activities 🖐️ and public programs, museums create opportunities for people of all ages to explore, ask questions, and discover something new.

This Museum Month, we celebrate the role museums play in inspiring curiosity and making learning engaging and accessible.

Celebrate Indigenous artistry with Noopimiing Creations and create a beaded pin in a beginner-friendly workshop on June ...
05/26/2026

Celebrate Indigenous artistry with Noopimiing Creations and create a beaded pin in a beginner-friendly workshop on June 6th! Join us for this hands‑on session for a meaningful introduction to traditional beadwork.

📅 Date: Saturday, June 6
⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
💲 Cost: $30 per person
📝 Registration: Required
https://top.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=2570

Telling Untold Stories 🗣️📜Museums give voice to stories that might otherwise be forgotten 💭✨Through exhibitions, talks, ...
05/25/2026

Telling Untold Stories 🗣️📜

Museums give voice to stories that might otherwise be forgotten 💭✨

Through exhibitions, talks, and research, museums help us understand the past more fully—and reflect on how it continues to shape our present.
This Museum Month, we’re especially proud to share programs that explore overlooked histories .

📅 Tomorrow!Join us for The British Home Children: Canada’s Forgotten Legacy, a fascinating presentation exploring the hi...
05/22/2026

📅 Tomorrow!

Join us for The British Home Children: Canada’s Forgotten Legacy, a fascinating presentation exploring the history of British Home Children in Ontario, presented by historian and author Lori Olschefski.

🕙 Saturday, May 23 | 10 am – 12 pm
📍 Penetanguishene Museum & Archives

Admission is free for members and by donation for non-members.
Whether you have a personal connection or are simply curious about this important chapter in Canadian history, all are welcome.

🎉Registration for our summer programs is now open for Penetanguishene residents! We have awesome programs for all ages s...
05/20/2026

🎉Registration for our summer programs is now open for Penetanguishene residents! We have awesome programs for all ages such as our popular Make and Take Wednesdays, adult crafting workshops and Museum Tots!
📅 Resident Registration: OPEN NOW
🌎 Non-Resident Registration: Opens May 27th

🎉 Summer Program Registration is NOW OPEN to residents!
Explore a wide range of recreation, sport, and outdoor programs designed for all ages, skill levels, and abilities. From fitness to fun, there’s something for everyone this summer!
🖱️View programs and register online at: https://top.recdesk.com

Programs Bring History to Life 🎭📜One of the ways museums create value is through programming 🏛️✨From hands‑on activities...
05/20/2026

Programs Bring History to Life 🎭📜

One of the ways museums create value is through programming 🏛️✨

From hands‑on activities and guided tours to talks and educational experiences , programs help bring history to life and make it meaningful for today .
Join us throughout May as we celebrate Museum Month with special programs for all ages 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🙌.

Happy International Museum Day! 🌍Museums are spaces where history, culture, and community come together. We’re proud to ...
05/18/2026

Happy International Museum Day! 🌍

Museums are spaces where history, culture, and community come together. We’re proud to help share the stories that shape who we are and where we’re going.

Address

13 Burke Street
Penetanguishene, ON
L9M1C1

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12:30pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 12:30pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 12:30pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 12:30pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 12:30pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 12:30pm
1pm - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17055492150

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