Peterborough Museum & Archives

10/20/2026

10/19/2026

Happy Local Government Week 💙

Local Government Week will be celebrated from October 18 to 24, 2026, highlighting the important role of local government and the services residents rely on every day.

This year, we are welcoming local students, in collaboration with school boards, for special behind-the-scenes tours of municipal operations to learn about City services and the work involved in delivering them to the community.

👉Learn more at peterborough.ca/news/posts/students-explore-city-services-during-local-government-week

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10/18/2026

Honoured to be guests at the Metis Rendezvous, Sunday, October 18, 2026

10/16/2026

🎬 Behind the scenes with Archives Assistant: Bo Pickett!

A special moment during the restoration journey of saving F.L. Roy’s films from the freezer.

10/15/2026

🎞️Still time to join us at the Peterborough Museum & Archives before November 1 to discover the fascinating Films from the Freezer: Preserving F.L. Roy’s Cinematic Legacy!

See a selection of his films on screen for the first time in 75 years! 🎥📽️

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience a remarkable piece of local Peterborough history!

📅 On display until November 1

10/13/2026

🎞️✨ The Roy Studio Film Gala — A Night to Remember!

What an incredible evening celebrating Peterborough’s history through the remarkable films of the Roy Studio! The Gala brought together history, memories and community, showcasing the extraordinary work of preserving and restoring these precious glimpses into our past.

We’ve been so touched by the lovely feedback from our guests:

💬 “What a memorable night and so enjoyable watching the amazing collection of films that were so expertly conserved and presented.”

💬 “That was an excellent event last night and a wonderful culmination of the whole Roy/Flood story. Over 25 years of PMA history!”

💬 “It was also great to see Graham Hart. Back in the day, when we watched CHEX, he was a trusted voice. Hearing him was yet another blast from Peterborough’s past.”

💬 “The Gala was so much fun! The films were spectacular! I loved Justin’s music as well!”

💬 “I was really impressed with all of the little details you and your team at the PMA thought of — right down to the wipes for the popcorn!” 🍿

💬 “The story behind the films’ preservation/restoration is incredible; I hope that the story becomes more widely known and inspires more people to visit the Peterborough Museum & Archives.”

💬 “We especially loved hearing from the amazing musical talent, Justin, who accompanied the films with his live improvisations.

💬 “Last night was exceedingly gratifying for me artistically. It is so fun to freely improvise to such amazing films. Ask again! I would say yes instantly.”

10/07/2026

Learning about Peterborough’s rich historic and artistic sides, with a side of food and fun.