On August 19, 1967, Lang Pioneer Village opened its doors as the foundation of Peterborough County's Centennial celebrations. The Museum was made possible through federal grants, contributions from the county municipalities and the tremendous vision of an outstanding...

Founded in 1974 by a group of dedicated local artists, ARTSPACE differs from many of the artist-run centres that formed in this early period. ARTSPACE was established and sustained by a membership spread amongst smaller urban centres, rural areas and townships. This...

The museum's mission is preserving and celebrating the collective memories of our community - stories, images and traces of the people and the land.

As one of Ontario's oldest historical societies, PHS has played a lead role in preserving and promoting Peterborough's rich architectural and cultural history. Our goal is to generate wider public interest in local history by highlighting the unique people and events...

The Art Gallery of Peterborough, incorporated in 1974, is a non-profit public gallery dedicated to exhibiting and collecting visual works of art. Information about artists and exhibitions is offered through educational programmes and publications. Funds generated...

n the 1980s, a visitors' centre was built beside the lock. It offers interactive simulations of going over the lift lock in a boat, and also historical exhibits detailing the construction of the lift lock.

The Canadian Canoe Museum is a unique national heritage centre that explores the canoe's enduring significance to the peoples of Canada. Experience the world's largest collection of canoes, kayaks and paddled watercraft and learn how the canoe has defined the...

The Kawartha Miniature Village is a volunteer based community project that facilitates the building of scale miniature buildings.  These structures reflect the architectural heritage of Peterborough and the Kawarthas.

The Christ Church Community Museum Committee was formed in 1997 with a mandate to restore Christ Church (as the building had deteriorated badly), expand its small museum beyond the Strickland family era, and to restore the 1855 Christ Church burial ground.  Many...

Proudly named in tribute to Canadian singer, songwriter, humanitarian, and musician Neil Young, the nationally acclaimed Youngtown  Museum is a showcase of Rock n Roll artifacts and memorabilia from the first three decades of rock history... 1950’s, 1960’s, and...