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Facility Reopening
The Peterborough Museum & Archives will reopen to the public on Monday, July 6. Please note that an appointment is required to visit the museum's exhibits. Call 705-743-5180 to book.
Land Acknowledgement
We respectfully acknowledge that the Peterborough Museum & Archives is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations.
The Peterborough Museum & Archives respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity, and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.
Please note that the remaining films scheduled as part of the MUSE Winter / Spring season have been cancelled. Refunds can be accessed by any current season passholders.
"Cipher | Decipher" is the newest temporary exhibition, produced by Ingenium - Canada's Museums of Science and Innovation in partnership with Canada's Communications Security Establishment.
Our Archives are home to over 2,000 different collections. If you are interested in accessing our Archives for research, an appointment will be required.
Events
Please note that if you are registered for one of the remaining P.A. Day Discovery Camps for the 2019 - 2020 school year, you will be notified should the camp be cancelled due to COVID-19.
Kids Only - Discovery After Dark
Kids ages 6 to 11 will enjoy this exclusive opportunity to explore the Museum after-hours while participating in fun games and activities. Programming for our Discovery After Dark series will resume in the fall.
Thank you for choosing to support the Peterborough Museum and Archives. You can submit a donation in person, over the phone or by mail.
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The Peterborough Museum and Archives offers a variety of programs for classes and community groups.
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Contact Us
Peterborough Museum & Archives
Museum Drive at 300 Hunter Street East
P.O. Box 143
Peterborough, ON K9J 6Y5
T: 705-743-5180
Toll Free: 855-738-3755
Fax: 705-743-2614
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Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday closed
Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Please note that we are temporarily closed due to COVID-19, scheduled to reopen on Monday, July 6 - by appointment only.