Something For Everyone

The human history of Simcoe County is reflected from pre-history to the 20th century. The Simcoe County Museum consists of a newly expanded, climate-controlled exhibit complex and 16 outdoor heritage and display buildings; including a display of agricultural machinery, a pioneer church, a log cabin, mastodon tusks, hair wreaths, wedding gowns a train station and a 1900 schoolhouse.

• Location approx 2km north of Barrie on Hwy 26/27, on Hwy 26 just west of Hwy 27
• Season All year, Monday –Saturday 9am-4:30pm, Sunday 1pm-4:30pm.
  Closed December 25, 26, January 1, Good Friday, Easter Sunday.
• Admission Adult $6.00 Senior/Student $5.00 Child $4.00 Preschoolers free
• Groups Adults (minimum 10). Confirm with Museum. Tours available with pre-registration at special group rates
• Facilities Canadian crafts gift shop. Wheelchair available on request, wheelchair accessible, picnic tables, air conditioning. Meeting rooms with kitchen facilities and Tourism Simcoe Information kiosk.

2013 Events Calendar for the Simcoe County Museum is now available to download

Now Playing …

‘Top Secret: Mission Toy’ at the Simcoe County Museum
The Simcoe County Museum is excited to welcome Top Secret: Mission Toy, an exhibit on loan from the Canadian Museum of Civilization.

In a ‘secret’ research facility named Toy Central – International Headquarters, International Toy Agents will be asked to investigate intriguing toys and games from around the world and share stories about their favourite toys.
Do you know how to use a Cipher Wheel or build a Marble Maze? Do you know where different toys originated? Have you ever seen an X-ray of a toy? Show off your skills as a Spin Expert at the specially designed table for spinning tops as you challenge other Toy Agents in battle; just for the fun of it! There is a lot to explore and discover in this fantastic hands-on exhibit.
Top Secret: Mission Toy is on now until April 7 and is open during regular Museum hours: Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sundays 1 to 4:30 p.m. Regular Museum admission rates apply: Museum Members and preschoolers are free, Adults $6, Seniors or Students $5, Children $4.
Education Programs are also available for a limited time for this exhibit; contact the Museum for more information and to book your school or group.
The Simcoe County Museum is located at 1151 Highway 26, minutes north of Barrie.

For more information, visit the Museum’s website at museum.simcoe.ca or call (705) 728-3721.

Take the Infinite Journey with Simcoe County Museum, a cultural exploration of our historical past and exciting future. Simcoe County Museum is owned and operated by the County of Simcoe and offers year-round exhibits, events and educational programs for visitors of every age. Visit our website at museum.simcoe.ca for further details.

March Break at the Simcoe County Museum

Mark in your calendar for this year:

Summer Sundays at Simcoe County Museum

Every Sunday
Summer Sundays take place at the Museum and run from 1 to 4:30 p.m. every Sunday afternoon. It is a great opportunity for visitors to learn about Simcoe County’s past while enjoying heritage demonstrations and historical treats.

Regular museum rates apply: Museum members and preschoolers are admitted free, Adult $6, Student/Senior $5 and Children $4. The Simcoe County Museum is located at 1151 Highway 26, Minesing, just minutes north of Barrie.

2012 Scheduled workshops were:
July 1 – Celebrate Canada Day with us!
July 8 and August 5 – Baking in the Bread Oven
July 15 and August 12 – Victorian Tea
July 22 and August 19 – Teddy Bear Picnic
July 29 – Leatherwork

All Sundays include samples of homemade, churned ice cream, and Museum tours.

More information on 2013s schedule will be placed on museum.simcoe.ca or call 705-728-3721 this coming spring.

Take the Infinite Journey with the Simcoe County Museum, a cultural exploration of our historical past and exciting future. The Simcoe County Museum is owned and operated by the County of Simcoe and offers year round exhibits, events and educational programs for visitors of every age. Visit our website at museum.simcoe.ca for further details.

For specific information staff are available to answer questions:

Shaughan Crew, Events Programmer
Simcoe County Museum
705-728-3721 ext. 1340
Shaughan.crew@simcoe.ca

Forrest Patenaude, Education Director
Simcoe County Museum
705-728-3721 ext. 1320
forrest.patenaude@simcoe.ca
General Contact information:
Simcoe County Museum
1151 Hwy 26
Minesing, Ontario L0l 1Y0
(phone) 705.728.3721 (fax) 705.728.9130
email: museum@simcoe.ca
Website: museum.simcoe.ca
Map: Simcoe County Museum Map