Events & Exhibits

The Town of Penetanguishene offers a few different options when it comes to beaches for enjoying the warm weather. Rotary Champlain Wendat Park and Huronia Park all offer sandy beaches, great swimming areas along with other amenities including playgrounds, pavilions, washrooms and much more. Accessible by foot or by car these beaches are a great way to spend a sunny afternoon.

2024 Events

Downtown Historical Walking Tours

  • Date: September 26th, October 17th
  • Time: 10:30AM to 12:00PM
  • Take a walk downtown Penetanguishene and learn about the history of the homes and business'. Includes special guest appearances from costumed interpreters.
  • $7 per adult, children under 12 are FREE
  • Pre-registration is required.
Register Here

Genealogy Workshops

  • Free Genealogy Courses, sign up for one or more! Registration required.
  • Time: 2:00PM to 4:00PM
  • Simcoe County Genealogical Society - Beginner Course - October 15th
  • Simcoe County Genealogical Society - Intermediate Course - October 29
  • Simcoe County Genealogical Society - Advanced Course - November 12th
Poster Register Here

Museum Tots Program

  • Date: September 18th to November 13th
  • Time: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
  • Parents and Tots come on adventure with us during our Museum Tots program as we experience our senses through play, crafts, and activities this Fall!
  • Adult Supervision required
  • $5 per child (2-4 years old)
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Meet the Spirits

  • Date: Friday, October 18th
  • Times: 6:30 PM, 7 PM, 7:30 PM
  • Tour the St. James on the Lines Cemetery to encounter the many spirits of Penetanguishene and discover the significant history of the church!
  • $10 per person
  • Registration is required.
Register Here

Halloween Spooktacular

  • Date: Saturday, October 26th
  • Timeslots from 10 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Halloween fun at the Museum including scavenger hunt, trick or treating, crafts, face painting & more!
  • Adult Supervision required
  • $6 per child (parents are free)
  • Registration required.
Register Here

Paint Afternoon at the Museum

  • Date: Tuesday, November 5th
  • Time: 1PM to 4PM
  • $40 per person
  • Paint the afternoon away with Lori Ewert (Paint Nights by Lori).
  • All supplies included, Beginner Level
  • Painting will be Winter themed.
  • Registration required.
Register Here

Fun with Santa

  • Date: December 14th
  • Timeslots: 9:30 AM to 12PM
  • Meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus, decorate cookies, create a craft and more!
  • $6 per child
  • Pre-registration is required.
Register Here

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Penetanguishene Centennial
Museum & Archives
13 Burke Street,
Penetanguishene, ON
L9M 1C1
T: 705-549-2150
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