The 10 Best History Museums in Northeastern Ontario, Northeastern Ontario

Discover how this little railroad town became the hometown of Winnie-the-Pooh! Visit us at the White River Heritage Museum to see multiple collections of Winnie-the-Pooh memorabilia alongside our town's local history and how it all began.

“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!

Located at the Sir Harry Oaks Chateau, the museum provides a fascinating glimpse into Kirkland Lake's past. An ongoing series of exhibits and special shows highlights the diversity, talent and energy of the community today, as well.

The Englehart & Area Historical Museum is the oldest and tallest building in Englehart as it was the original Englehart Public School building built in 1909. The museum has three floors and over 17,000 artifacts from prehistoric to early 20th century times.Pioneers are the greatest assets a community can have. They hold memories of the past, the history and the stories which bring our heritage to life for us which is greatly displayed in a variety of exhibits throughout the museum.

The Ron Morel Memorial Museum is a SUMMER SEASONAL museum only. It is CLOSED DURING THE FALL, WINTER and SPRING. It is housed in locomotive #5107 and was founded in 1971 by the late Ron Morel Sr. whose vision was to showcase two of his passions -local history and trains. The museum has something for everyone: •Seasonal exhibits highlighting Kapuskasing history topics •Archival photographs and artifacts •Permanent exhibit on the Internment/Prisoner of War Camp of World War I •Railway memorabilia •Model train display •Sculptures by the late Maurice Gaudreault •Historic Kapuskasing Walking Tour booklet •Gift shop ; Open early June to early-September. Hours of Operation: 9:30am - 4:30pm, daily (including weekends). Visitors can make a donation to support the museum, if they wish.

A hands on museum featuring 29 planes including the 1st Beaver float plane produced. 2 award winning movies including Wildfires! A fire fighting adventure in 3-D. Take a ride in the flight simulator, climb an actual fire tower enjoy fun times in our Children's Centre. Due to the Covid-19, we will be open Wednesday to Sunday 11-5 . Masks are required. Closed Good Friday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

The Sault Ste. Marie and 49th Field Regiment Historical Society Museum exists to collect, preserve, study and exhibit artifacts and archival materials which illustrate the history of the people and the development of Sault Ste. Marie and immediate surrounding area, and to foster a better understanding of our local heritage and the ways in which local history relates to provincial and national history.

Located in the railway town of Capreol, the museum is a must see destination for any history buff. Home to a unique collection of rail history, the collection is highlighted by retired CN steam locomotive #6077. The museum house, a former home belonging to the local railway superintendent, boasts an impressive collection of artifacts related to the lumber and mining industries. The museum's Heritage Centre, located in the town's former Fire Hall and Police Station sheds light on the regions social history.