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Featured Exhibition

"To Honour and Respect: Gifts from the Michi Saagiig Women to the Prince of Wales, 1860" features 13 birch bark makakoons (baskets) that were gifted to Prince Albert Edward during his official Royal tour of Canada in 1860, on loan from the Royal Collection Trust.

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Summer Discovery Camps

Registration for the Museum's Summer Discovery Programs is currently open. All of your favourites have returned - including a new Youth camp and leadership opportunities. Register for a program online. 

 

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Youth Leadership Program

Youth ages 14+ can sign up for this summer program that will give them experience working with kids in our Summer Discovery Camps. The program includes three days of orientation, team-building, and skill development. 

 

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Archival Research

An appointment, booked in advance, is required to access the Archives. Our Archivist is happy to assist you with your research requests in our Archives reading room.

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Donations

The Peterborough Museum & Archives gratefully accepts object, archival, and monetary donations. Learn more about how to arrange making a donation to the Museum.

 

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Heritage Preservation

Peterborough is home to many historic buildings and landscapes which are an important part of the city's history and identity. Learn more about some of the Heritage Preservation Office's programs. 

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Archival Collections

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Conservation

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School Programs

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Educational Field Trips 

Planning an end of the year field trip? You've come to the right place! We have program options for all grade levels and availability for May and June. Consider extending your visit by booking the Heritage Pavilion for lunch  and a visit to the playground. Click the button below to learn more.  

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We are currently accepting applications for docents. Come join our dynamic team!

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Home and Away

"Home and Away: Stories of Travel from Peterborough and Beyond" has been uninstalled from the walls of our gallery.
If you missed a chance to see the Fleming College's Museum Management and Curatorship student exhibition (2021-2022),
here's a short tour:

For a more in depth look, check out the virtual exhibition.

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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
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday, and most holidays
12 noon to 5 p.m.