The Peterborough Museum and Archives offers a variety of camp programs for kids and tour-booking options to suit the needs of any group.
Camps and programs for kids
We offer camps throughout the summer, as well as during school breaks including P.A. Days, March Break, and occasionally on weekends. Each camp is unique, so there will always be a theme to appeal to your child's interests. Our instructors are trained educators and know how to address the individual needs of program participants.
Museum Programs & School Break Camps
Each year, we are grateful to receive funding [in part] to support hiring summer students to assist with our camps. Funding is provided through applications to the Canada Summer Jobs and Young Canada Works grants.
Toddler Tuesdays
Families with young children can join us Tuesday mornings from 9:30 - 12:00 for a self-guided craft or activity and plenty of time to explore our galleries and play with our wonderful, open-ended toys. Admission is by donation and the gallery activities are available during the rest of the week as well. Enjoy this special day when the gallery's especially for little ones; it's always a fun time!
School programs
Teachers can schedule their class to participate in an assortment of educational programs. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the practice of archaeology, discover mathematics through quilts, and even analyze simple machines in educational artifacts. Each program addresses specific Ontario Curriculum requirements, and offers exciting hands-on learning opportunities.
Group tours and programs
Bookings are available for groups looking to enjoy a guided tour of our museum and our programs are customizable for a more hands-on learning experience.
Discovery after dark
The lights are dimmed, the doors are locked, and the galleries are empty - welcome to "Kids Only - Discovery After Dark"! One Saturday night a month, kids will have free reign to discover the Museum like never before. Children ages 6 to 11 will enjoy after-hours fun including scavenger hunts, flashlight adventures, games, crafts & more! Enjoy a night off while your kids take over the Peterborough Museum and Archives. Please note than an evening snack is included in your registration fee.
Register for a camp or program
Click through the links below to register for one of the many camps and programs offered at the Peterborough Museum and Archives. For more detailed camp descriptions, visit our museum discovery summer camps or school break camp web pages.
Fleming College programs
Did you know that our museum is the only museum in Canada that serves as a college campus? Through our partnership with Fleming College, we host the Museum Management and Curatorship program on-site. We offer research and applied training opportunities during the academic year.
PMA: Bringing TIFF to You
The Peterborough Museum & Archives (PMA) is excited to announce the much anticipated return of this Canadian and International film program. Working in partnership with the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) Circuit Group, and Galaxy Cinemas Peterborough, patrons will once again enjoy emerging titles on the big screen. Visit the PMA: Bringing TIFF to You web page for updated details regarding the Fall 2024 season.
