Penetanguishene Centennial Museum and Archives

History Beckons You!

The only original lumber company general store on its original site in Ontario.

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Centennial Herald Newsletter

Read the latest edition of our newsletter the Centennial Herald

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Fun with Santa

Visit with Mr. & Mrs. Claus, complete a scavenger hunt, decorate a cookies, and get a craft loot bag. $6.00 per child. Pre-registration is required for children.

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Museum Tots Program

Parents and Tots come on adventure with us from January 10th to March 6th. $5 per child. Registration required.

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A feature of one of Ontario's oldest communities

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.

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  • 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. October to June: Monday to Friday
  • 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June 1 to October 1: Monday to Saturday
  • Closed on Family Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Civic Holiday Monday, Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Remembrance Day, and Christmas Eve at noon to January 2nd.
  • **Please note that we are closed on Monday, September 4, 2023
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