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Come join us as we explore the eventful past at the Muskoka Lakes Museum. Representing the history of the Muskoka Lakes, the museum is an important cultural, historical and educational resource, serving the community and its many visitors. The area's heritage is presented through permanent and seasonal exhibits and programs, workshops, and special events. |
Welcome to the 2009 season. Our first art show of the season opened Friday, June 12th in the museum's own Catto gallery. It is a joint show by Erika Harris, who depicts Muskoka's beauty using acrylic watercolour mediums, and visual artist Susan Ware, of Damselfly Studios in Gravenhurst.
Join us the week of Canada Day for presentations at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. You can also test your knowledge of Canadian History for fun and prizes by doing the annual Canada Day Quiz.
Our weekly Walking Tours of Port Carling start on Thursday, July 2nd, and run every Thursday in July and August. Beginning at 1:30 from the museum, the 1 hour tour by a local resident highlights the village's colourful past.
Starting Wednesday, July 8th, -- ‘Muskoka’s Ancient History’. The first of a new ‘Hands-on History’ children’s program, running each day at 11am and 2pm, (except Sunday). With a new theme each week, this all new ½ hour program is sure to intrigue children from ages 5 to 12 -- come over and discover what it is all about.
Starting Friday, July 10 -- at the Catto Gallery. Jane Orr Novotny will be holding a solo show of her paintings entitled "Impressions in Oil and Pastel" featuring landscape and floral works. Jane will be at the gallery for her show opening reception on Sunday July 12 from 1 to 3pm.
There are many more special events planned for this season -- please check our events page regularly as we fill it in with events and programming. Hope to see you at the museum this summer!
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