What to do and see in Georgian Bay, Georgian Bay: The Best Specialty Museums

May 9, 2022 Tonie Szymanski

Discover the best top things to do in Georgian Bay, United States including Science North, Meaford Museum, Anderson Farm Museum, Nancy Island Historic Site, Assiginack Museum, Centennial Museum of Sheguiandah, Bobby Orr Hall Of Fame, St. Edmunds Township Museum, Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives, Sheffield Park Black History & Cultural Museum.
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1. Science North

100 Ramsey Lake Rd, Sudbury, Ontario P3E 5S9 Canada +1 705-522-3701 ext. 276 [email protected] http://sciencenorth.ca
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4.5 based on 914 reviews

Science North

Let your imagination soar at Science North! Explore the fun side of science in your everyday life at Northern Ontario's most popular tourist attraction. A newly designed and renovated 3rd floor Northern Ecosystems exhibit gets you up close to our resident beaver, porcupine, skunk and much more! Visit the new nocturnal room and see what flying squirrels and bats do at night! Don't miss live science shows, special exhibits, IMAX(R) 3D, the digital Planetarium, the F. Jean MacLeod Butterfly Gallery, and four floors of interactive science experiences.

Reviewed By taniah614 - Pretoria, South Africa

This was well worth the drive out from the Soo. The museum is interactive and fun for the whole family. This place topped our list of favourite science museums. Many of the exhibits are easy for younger kids to operate themselves. Our kids are 7,10 and 12. Perfect ages as they can read instructions and explore the displays themselves and so could we. The various levels space out people on the various floors and there was only one activity in the whole place that we could not get to because it was busy. Otherwise we saw everything! We arrived at 11 and left at 6pm! Got the day pass that included planetarium and Imax...well worth it and it gives you a few mintues to relax . It is a busy funfilled day. The blue coats are engaging and encourage the kids to participate, knowledagble and help to create a fun buzz.The Energy and flying squirrels demos were fantastic! Keep a look out for the beaver, porcurine and snapping turtle (especially when the blue coats take them outside)

2. Meaford Museum

111 Bayfield St, Meaford, Ontario N4L 1N4 Canada +1 519-538-5974 [email protected] http://www.meafordmuseum.ca
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Meaford Museum

The Meaford Museum was originally built in 1895 as the Town's Pumping House. Later it was turned into the Public Utilities Offices and finally, in 1961 after a sizable donation of historical memorabilia was received by the town, the building was turned into the Meaford Museum. Since that time several renovations, additions and improvements have been made creating the new Meaford Museum as an interactive and exciting hub of local history. You will frequently find school or senior groups, individuals and families learning about the history of the former Town of Meaford and Townships of Sydenham and St. Vincent. The Meaford Museum is an important stop on the Apple Pie Trail, featuring information about the local apple growing history. Also for 2014, there is an exhibit about local inventor and hero Andrew Gawley, the Man with Iron Hands. Learn more about Meaford's internationally renowned story of Beautiful Joe and the area which inspired John Muir to create the Sierra Club. Meaford has a robust and unique history that transcends its borders and delights all those who visit to learn about it.

3. Anderson Farm Museum

550 Regional Rd 24, Sudbury, Ontario P3Y 1M9 Canada +1 705-674-4455 http://www.sudburymuseums.ca/index.cfm?app=w_vmuseum&lang=en&currID=1372&parID=1371
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Anderson Farm Museum

Reviewed By 3303olic

There is the typical vegetable garden, 2 raised bed gardens and a forest garden made up of 3 plots. The forest garden boasts 5 types of berries, fruit trees, squash,pumpkins, Zucchinis, Sun Flowers, Potatoes and Flowers.

4. Nancy Island Historic Site

119 Mosley St L9Z 2X1, Wasaga Beach, Ontario L9Z 2X1 Canada +1 705-429-2516 http://www.wasagabeachpark.com/index.php?action=display&cat=36
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4.5 based on 63 reviews

Nancy Island Historic Site

5. Assiginack Museum

125 Arthur Street P0P 1N0, Manitowaning, Ontario P0P 1N0 Canada +1 705-859-3196 http://www.manitoulin-island.com/museums/assiginack_complex.htm
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Assiginack Museum

6. Centennial Museum of Sheguiandah

10862 Highway 6 P0p 1w0, Sheguiandah, Ontario Canada http://www.townofnemi.on.ca/museum-0
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Centennial Museum of Sheguiandah

7. Bobby Orr Hall Of Fame

2 Bay St Parry Sound, Ontario, Parry Sound, Ontario P2A 1S3 Canada +1 877-746-4466 [email protected] http://www.bobbyorrhalloffame.com/
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4.5 based on 92 reviews

Bobby Orr Hall Of Fame

Reviewed By joannev749

Aside from the history and memorabilia of Bobby Orr, the museum and lots of interactive elements for kids - slap shot, table hockey etc. The exhibits have sound effects, old commentary and video.

8. St. Edmunds Township Museum

7072 6 Hwy, Tobermory, Ontario N0H 2R0 Canada +1 519-373-7032 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/StEdmundsMuseum/
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

St. Edmunds Township Museum

We are a seasonal museum that displays the local history of Tobermory, St. Edmunds and the Bruce Peninsula, Ontario Check out our Facebook page St.Edmunds & Peninsula Museum Open Saturday and Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm May long weekend to June 30. Open every day July 1 to August 31, 11 am to 4 pm Open Saturday and Sunday, Sept 1 to Thanksgiving Weekend, 11 am 4 pm Admission by donation.

9. Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives

13 Burke St L9M 1C1, Penetanguishene, Ontario L9M 1C1 Canada +1 705-549-2150 [email protected] http://www.pencenmuseum.com/
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives

The history of one of Ontario's oldest communities is proudly displayed at the Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives. Visit the 1875 Lumber Office and General Store owned by late lumber baron and past mayor, Mr. Charles Beck. Learn about the importance of the logging industry to the town's beginnings. The museum's 4500 sq. ft addition houses a Timber Bay Gift Shop, A Great Hall with rotating art and traveling exhibitions, archives, a computerised photograph database and a genealogical research room. Special Events Include: Canada Day, Summer Tea & Tarts, Spirit Walk, and many more. We Offer: In-house and out-reach hands-on education programs for schools and groups, museum tours, a genealogical research room staffed by knowledgeable volunteers (Wednesdays or by appointment), rentable party tent, grounds and Great Hall for all your reception or business meeting needs

Reviewed By cdC2806WC - Oakville, Canada

My family visited this museum while on a mini-vacation to the area. (We were there during Covid-19 so our experience and review will reflect that). We made reservations online as it was recommended and when we arrived we were happily received by a lovely women. Payment was by donation at this time. We were able to pay by credit card but I wish we had had cash on us so they wouldn’t have to incur the fees. The museum had signs on the floor to guide us through. The museum is a little on the smaller side but that is because it is inside original historical buildings. And so very cute. We learned a lot of history about the area and we loved seeing the old tools and clothes of the past. My son particularly liked seeing the penny farthing bicycle and the general store. We almost missed seeing the mini model of a church but make sure you don’t! It’s upstairs and has a switch on the wall to turn on the lights. We all liked seeing that. The one thing we missed was more information on the Indigenous in the area. I know there are other historical places that have lots of this information (they were actually closed during our stay) but I would have liked to see more at this museum. We had a time limit of 30 minutes and it took approximately that much time to see it all. It wasn’t too busy so I don’t imagine they would have kicked us out anyway. There is a small gift store with books, toys, and other souvenirs. The genealogy area was closed when we were there.

10. Sheffield Park Black History & Cultural Museum

241 Clark Street, Clarksburg, Blue Mountains, Ontario N0H 1J0 Canada +1 519-599-6226 http://sheffieldparkblackhistorymuseum.webs.com/
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Sheffield Park Black History & Cultural Museum

Reviewed By Mobile802737

An extensive collection curated by sisters with deep roots in the community and beyond. Items are artfully displayed with background stories, a great learning opportunity. Get a guided tour if possible and ask questions, the stories are eye-opening. Exhibits are not flashy but deeply moving and intriguing. There is a lot to see here, a must see for any race. Note they are currently closed due to Covid, but will definitely check back and visit when restrictions are eased.

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