Top Things to do in Ontario's Near North
Top Hotels in Ontario's Near North
- 1. Homewood Suites by Hilton North Bay
- 2. Hampton Inn by Hilton North Bay
- 3. Best Western North Bay Hotel & Conference Centre
- 4. Travelodge by Wyndham North Bay Lakeshor
- 5. Sunset Inn on the Park
- 6. Comfort Inn Lakeshore - North Bay
- 7. Comfort Inn Sturgeon Falls
- 8. Glen Garry Motel & Cottages
- 9. Le Voyageur Inn
- 10. Comfort Inn Airport (North Bay)
6 History Museums in Ontario's Near North That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Ontario's Near North, United States including Wiseman's Corner Schoolhouse, Callander Bay Heritage Museum & Alex Dufresne Gallery, Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence, Discovery North Bay, Evelyn Watkins Moore Heritage Room, Watt Century Farm House Heritage Centre.
Restaurants in Ontario's Near North
1. Wiseman's Corner Schoolhouse
2. Callander Bay Heritage Museum & Alex Dufresne Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
“Why is there a barbershop in your museum?” ...Because our museum started in a barbershop! In 1979 the town barber, Alex Dufresne, convinced the town council to purchase the red bricked house on 107 Lansdowne St. that had once belonged to Dr. Allan Roy Dafoe, the physician to the Dionne Quintuplets, and turn it into a community museum. Alex donated his photograph collection, various antiques, and his actual barbershop (chairs, sinks, mirrors and all!) to start the museum’s collection. Today, this collection has expanded to include artefacts related to the Dionne Quintuplets, the shipping industry on Lake Nipissing, the sawmills around Callander Bay, and the general history of Callander. In 1994, an addition was added and named the Alex Dufresne Gallery in honour of our founder. The space hosts 5 different art exhibitions each year featuring local and area artists. We are open year-round and we hope you will visit!
Reviewed By V9465OGcindys - Callander, Canada
Excellent display of historical artifacts. Comprehensive information on the history of Callander and area. Outstanding exhibit on the Dionne quintuplets. The Alex Dufresne gallery provides displays of the work of local area artists. The staff are friendly and knowledgable. Classes held throughout the year that are either free of charge or at a very low cost. Fun fact: A famous Canadian actor is shown in a class photo at a Callander public school. Go visit the museum to find out who it is!
3. Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Just a short drive up Airport Hill in North Bay, Ontario, will bring you to the Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence at 22 Wing/CFB North Bay. Dedicated to air defence history from the First World War to modern day, our museum is the only one of its kind in Canada. Remarkable artifacts, fascinating exhibits, great staff and interactive exhibits create a memorable experience for everyone.
