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Muskoka Discovery Centre

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Jul 23, 2025 - Jul 24, 2025
2 adults, 1 room
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Discover Muskoka’s Maritime Heritage

Muskoka Discovery Centre offers an insightful look into the region's steamship culture and legacy, ideal for visitors of all ages.

Founded in 2015, the center showcases the area's rich history through its design and layout. Key features include a stunning replica steamship, vintage wooden boats, and hands-on educational experiences in the KidZone.

Exhibition Highlights

  • 🏴‍☠️ Watershed Wonders: Features a 96' touchscreen virtual aquarium, providing interactive learning about aquatic ecosystems.
  • 🛳️ Replica Steamship: A faithful reconstruction of a historic Muskoka steamship, showcasing maritime architecture.
  • 👶 KidZone: An interactive play area where children participate in engaging, educational activities related to the local heritage.

Admission is free, making it accessible to locals and tourists alike. Families, history enthusiasts, and educators will find the center particularly enjoyable.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Muskoka Discovery Centre

Steamship Legacy

Muskoka’s steamships were crucial for transportation and tourism in the late 19th century.

Interactive Displays

The centre features cutting-edge technology like the 96' virtual aquarium for immersive learning.

Location

275 Steamship Bay Rd

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