Top Things to do in Stratford
10 Museums in Stratford That You Shouldn't Miss
Named for Shakespeare's birthplace, Stratford has grown to become Canada’s premier arts town. In addition to the annual Stratford Festival, performing from April through October, Stratford is always filled with theater, music and visual arts. The preserved 19th-century architecture and acres of parks and gardens (along its own Avon River, no less) are certain to charm. Stratford has also gained a reputation for culinary creativity, showcased at some of the finest restaurants in the country.
Restaurants in Stratford
1. shane norrie contemporary
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
shane norrie contemporary is a commercial space and working studio in beautiful historic Stratford, Ontario. Our focus is quality fine art and fine craft created by established and emerging Canadian artists. With over 20 years experience working in the field, Shane and his team choose each piece with new and established collectors in mind, ensuring quality, the artist's clear vision and being representative of their body of work. Just a stone's throw from Rhéo Thompson Candies, the world-famous chocolate shop and one block south of Ontario Street, Hwy. #8, we look forward to welcoming you.
2. Koolen Fine Arts
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
3. Kinna Sohna
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Launched in 2000 in Toronto by designer and textile artist Sartaj Kaur. Moved to Stratford in 2017. Kinna Sohna means “how beautiful” in Punjabi. Specializes in sustainable, slow natural fiber clothing for men and women, collectible textiles, folk art, jewellery, things spiritual, magic carpets and autherntic treasures. All are ethically traded from master artisans who create works of exceptional beauty.
4. Distill
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
DISTILL is a purveyor of well-crafted and curated Canadian made and Canadian designed ethical and sustainable fashions, distinct jewellery and handmade home decor objects reflecting contemporary material and visual culture.
5. Mountain Galleries East
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Celebrating 28 years in Canadian Fine Art, Mountain Galleries is one of Canada's largest commercial art galleries with locations in Whistler, Jasper and Banff. In May of 2019 Mountain Galleries expanded to its first location in Eastern Canada; Stratford, ON. The mission is to support and promote living Canadian Artists.
6. The Stratford Perth Museum
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4.5 based on 128 reviews
A curated collection of over 20,000 artifacts celebrating the rich history of Perth County, located 7 acres of scenic rural property just West of Stratford, Ontario. Public and group tours available; ideal for school programming. Current displays include exhibits about the Stratford Festival, the history of rail in Perth County, the Perth Regiment exhibit, our Road to Woodstock/Richard Manuel exhibit and our incredibly popular Justin Bieber exhibit, Steps to Stardom.
Reviewed By jgfairman - Cleveland, United States
What a wonderful museum! Enjoy a visit to early Stratford, with exhibits about the town history, the Normal School, the steam locomotive works, Stratford in the wars, and Justin Bieber. Easy to read signage and wonderful displays. in 2018 the museum also featured a display centered around Harper Lee's book "To Kill A Mockingbird" which is one of the productions at this year's Shakespeare Festival. What a fun way to take a break from watching theater.
7. Gallery Indigena
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4.5 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By Wunderlust2013
The gallery owner is very, very knowledgeable. She has been representing native artist for years and knows their personal history. The selection is extensive---Dorset Coast prints, Inuit stone sculptures, Northwest cedar carvings----to highlight a few. My husband and I always look forward to visiting the gallery when in Stratford.
8. Agora Gallery
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Stratford's contemporary fine art gallery specializing in work by Stratford, Ontario area artists.
9. Gregory Connor Antiques
10. Stratford Art in the Park
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4.0 based on 22 reviews
Starting on May 19th, 2018. Every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm (Weather Permitting) until September 30th, 2018. Stratford ART IN THE PARK has presented an outdoor show since 1968 in Stratford on Lakeside Drive between Front and North Streets. Visit us every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, from the end of May through to the end of September.
