Collingwood Museum
45 Saint Paul Street L9Y 3P1 Collingwood, ON, Canada

In accordance with the Province of Ontario’s announcement that the Simcoe Muskoka region is entering the GREY-Lockdown level of the provincial framework, the Collingwood Museum is closed to the public effective March 1st, 2021 at 12:01 a.m. We will continue to offer curbside pickup of retail items. The Town of Collingwood is asking everyone to follow all required public health measures and public health advice. Our goal is to act responsibly, work together, and continue to support local businesses safely.

The Town of Collingwood will honour International Women’s Day by hosting a virtual panel discussion and social on Monday, March 8, 20201 at 12:00 pm. All are welcome to register for this free Zoom event featuring nine extraordinary individuals who will share their experiences and facilitate an open discussion exploring what it means to #ChooseToChallenge gender bias and inequity. To register click here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/international-womens-day-collin #Internati...onalWomensDay #IWD See more

Calling all volunteers! Do you have an interest in assisting the Museum to collect, preserve, research, and exhibit artifacts and promote Museum programming? The Town of Collingwood is looking for applicants for the Museum Advisory Committee. The application deadline is March 3rd so don't delay and apply today! For more information click here: https: https://engage.collingwood.ca/committee-board-recruitment

Calling all ski enthusiasts! Featured below is a pin from a local ski club. Do you know what the insignia stands for? List your answer below! We are also interested in learning what year this pin was made. Check back for the answer tomorrow! Collingwood Museum Collection, X2001.197.1 #MuseumFromHome

Kindness starts here! Today museum staff are wearing their Just Be Kind hats in honour of Pink Shirt Day, a National Anti-Bullying initiative that began in Nova Scotia in 2007. To learn more about Pink Shirt Day click here: http://ow.ly/zMAX50DCMRr #pinkshirtday #antibullying #bekind

On Thursday February 25 at noon, the Town of Collingwood is honoured to host Dr. Rita Deverell, a Member of the Order of Canada, whose work in journalism has been a catalyst for social change. To register for "Telling Our Stories: A Catalyst For Social Change" follow this link: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_dxavx7DjTkiSgAP5s1KlOQ #BlackHistoryMonth... #MuseumFromHome See more

The Town of Collingwood will temporarily restrict gallery tours and gift shop access at the Museum from individuals whose primary residence is in a Red (Control) or Grey (Lockdown) Zone as identified in the provincial COVID protocols. #staysafe More details: https://www.collingwood.ca//town-collingwood-restricts-mun

Baking delicious goodies for family and friends is a cherished tradition for many during the holiday season. In the spirit of baking and all things yummy we are featuring kitchen tools from the Museum’s artifact collection for the month of December. Do you know what this tool is used for? List your best guess in the comments and check back tomorrow for the answer. #HolidayBaking #MuseumFromHome #cwoodtogetherathome

Simcoe County Museum is hosting a Virtual Victorian Christmas this Sunday, December 13 at 1:30 p.m. Create holiday crafts, learn to bake traditional recipes and visit Father Christmas from the comfort of your home. Click on the link to join the festivities! https://m.facebook.com/events/229361238606749?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A%223%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&aref=3

Museum staff had a holly jolly good time decorating the Town Hall window for the holidays. Stop by and have a look at the wonderful books, games and gifts available at the Museum's gift shop. Access to the gift shop is presently appointment-based. Call 705-445-4811 Ext 7211 to reserve your preferred time! Curbside pick-up is also available. We would like to give a big shout out to Vintage Vera who created our whimsical sign post.

Looking for a present for the young bookworm in your life? The Museum’s gift shop has a wonderful selection of books for young readers. From "Find Me!" adventures to inspirational tales, we have you covered. Access to the gift shop is presently appointment-based. Call 705-445-4811 to reserve your preferred time! Curbside pickup is also available.

Our new Town of Collingwood black masks have arrived just in time for the holidays! Available for purchase at Town Hall and the Museum for $10.00 including tax, these masks make a great stocking stuffer!