6 History Museums in Ontario's Near North That You Shouldn't Miss

June 12, 2021 Moriah Teneyck

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.
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1. Wiseman's Corner Schoolhouse

112 Midlothian Road, Burk's Falls, Ontario P0A 1C0 Canada +1 705-571-3308 http://www.burksfallsdistricthistoricalsociety.com
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Wiseman's Corner Schoolhouse

107 Lansdowne Street, Callander, Ontario P0H 1H0 Canada +1 705-752-2282 [email protected] http://www.mycallander.ca/museum
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Callander Bay Heritage Museum & Alex Dufresne Gallery

“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

22 Wing/Canadian Forces Base North Bay, North Bay, Ontario P0H 1P0 Canada +1 705-494-2011 [email protected] http://www.aerospacedefence.ca/
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4.5 based on 29 reviews

Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence

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.

4. Discovery North Bay

100 Ferguson St P1B 1W8, North Bay, Ontario P1B 1W8 Canada +1 705-476-2323
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3.5 based on 31 reviews

Discovery North Bay

5. Evelyn Watkins Moore Heritage Room

701 Highway 124, McKellar, Ontario P0G 1C0 Canada

6. Watt Century Farm House Heritage Centre

827 Chetwynd Rd, Burk's Falls, Ontario P0A 1C0 Canada +1 705-571-3308 http://www.burksfallsdistricthistoricalsociety.com

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