Toronto History Museums

Toronto History Museums Toronto History Museums work collectively to inspire passion and understanding for Toronto's history. These museums have something to offer everyone.

Don't just read about Toronto history - taste it, touch it, hear it and explore it! https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=zlv98x4tUwj4.kfBqWd709K7E

Toronto History Museums work collectively as 10 historic museums including: The Market Gallery, Colborne Lodge, Fort York National Historic Site, Gibson House Museum, Mackenzie House, Montgomery's Inn, Scarborough Museum, Spadina Museum, Todmorden

Mills Heritage Site, and Zion Schoolhouse. These museums work within a values framework of service, stewardship and commitment and are operated by the City of Toronto. These institutions maintain a leadership role in inspiring passion and understanding for Toronto, a diverse and vibrant city. Each building located throughout Toronto tells a unique story in ways that engage citizens and tourists alike. The museum curators are experts in their field and are able to explain in creative ways through tours, events, classes, workshops, school programs, camps, birthday parties and more about Toronto evolution. You're encouraged to visit any one of the museums listed, whether you have been a resident your whole life or are a tourist visiting Toronto for a short time. Terms of Use: bit.ly/1JVthpk

The Indigenous Arts Festival is coming up on June 20!Join in hands-on workshops and activities from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.:✨ M...
06/18/2026

The Indigenous Arts Festival is coming up on June 20!

Join in hands-on workshops and activities from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.:

✨ Métis Jigging with Toronto Jiggers and Strings
✨ Inuit Drum Dancing with Alex Anaviapik
✨ Pow Wow Dance with Tribal Vision
✨ Lacrosse with Cam Bomberry & Leon Henhawk
✨ Hoop Dancing Workshops with Nikki Shawana
✨ Pow Wow Boot Camp with Santee Smith

📆 June 20 | 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
📍 Biidaasige Park – 51 Commissioners St.
🔗 Learn more: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/indigenous-arts-festival/

Join this storytelling circle with Maria Ordoñez as she shares favourite folktales from around the world this Spring. Th...
06/17/2026

Join this storytelling circle with Maria Ordoñez as she shares favourite folktales from around the world this Spring. This gathering celebrates the oral storytelling tradition and welcomes people of all ages and abilities. Attendees are encouraged to bring stories inspired by the Irish folk saying, one story brings on another. Free!

📆 June 24
⏰ 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
📍 Montgomery’s Inn - 4709 Dundas St W.

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Month with an evening of live music featuring award-winning contemporary Indigenous artists...
06/16/2026

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Month with an evening of live music featuring award-winning contemporary Indigenous artists at the Indigenous Arts Festival. 🎶

🎤 Concert lineup:
5 p.m. – Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation Youth Performance
5:25 p.m. – Manitou Mkwa Singers
6:05 p.m. – Lacey Hill
6:45 p.m. – Derek Miller
7:40 p.m. – Susan Aglukark

Hosted by The Real Rank Pod Hosts, Scott Wabano & Kairyn Potts!

Stop by earlier in the day to explore the Artisan & Food Markets and join in on workshops and activities!

📆 June 20 | 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
📍 Biidaasige Park – 51 Commissioners St.
🔗 Learn more: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/indigenous-arts-festival/

Thank you to our sponsor CIBC.

This project has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada. We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada.

Canadian Heritage

Experience how hand crafting was done in the past and how it is done today. Bring your own crafts to work on or try out ...
06/12/2026

Experience how hand crafting was done in the past and how it is done today. Bring your own crafts to work on or try out the hands-on crafts at the museum. See hand made quilts, make your own crafty button and check out the historic house!

📍 Gibson House Museum - 5172 Yonge St
📆 June 13
⏰ 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Starting today, you can preview “GATHER in Toronto”, the newest exhibition at Market Gallery. Go behind-the-scenes and g...
06/11/2026

Starting today, you can preview “GATHER in Toronto”, the newest exhibition at Market Gallery. Go behind-the-scenes and get an early look before its official opening!

Explore the many ways we gather, connecting with the land, our stories and each other, celebrating triumphs in our journeys, strengthening fibres in our connectedness.

Whether through sport, civic engagement or industry, as we prepare to take our best shot at achieving goals, we remain firmly planted in companionship, competition and celebration. Connect with local sports origin stories alongside artistic reflections on identity, resilience and belonging through works that highlight the power of connection across cultures and communities. Hear stories of Deskaheh, Herb Carnegie and St. Christopher House Lacrosse Organization. Experience artworks by Marina Dempster, Maria Hupfield, Safoura Zahedi and Daniel Henhawk alongside items from the City of Toronto Art and Artifact Collection.

📆 June 11 – June 22, Wednesday to Sunday
⏰ 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
📍 Market Gallery - 95 Front St E (St. Lawrence Market), 2nd Floor

Next workshop is June 13! Register for free by contacting Market Gallery via marketgallery@toronto.ca or 416-392-7604
06/11/2026

Next workshop is June 13! Register for free by contacting Market Gallery via [email protected] or 416-392-7604

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