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🎨 Museums for Kids in Kawartha Lakes, Canada

5 children's museums, science centers, and interactive exhibits rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Kawartha Lakes

Georgina Island Community Ctr local government office in Georgina, ON🎨 Museum
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Georgina Island Community Ctr

★5.0(1)$3 mi · Georgina

Georgina Island Community Center offers an enriching opportunity for families to explore authentic Indigenous culture through interactive educational programs, traditional artifact displays, and hands-on learning experiences. This welcoming venue provides children with a meaningful introduction to local First Nations heritage, storytelling, and traditions in an age-appropriate setting that fosters cultural understanding and respect.

🕑 1 to 2 hours

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Fenelon Falls Schoolhouse Museum

$

Step back in time at this authentic one-room schoolhouse where kids can experience what school was like for their great-grandparents. Children get to sit at old-fashioned desks, try writing with slate boards and chalk, and participate in lessons taught in the traditional style, making history come alive in a hands-on way that's both educational and entertaining.

🕑 45 minutes to 1 hour

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Kawartha Lakes Museum

$

The Kawartha Lakes Museum offers an engaging introduction to Canadian regional history through interactive exhibits designed with families in mind. Children can explore hands-on displays showcasing local heritage, from Indigenous history to pioneer life, making it an educational yet entertaining stop that keeps young visitors engaged without overwhelming them.

🕑 1-1.5 hours

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Eldon House Museum museum in Kawartha Lakes, ON🎨 Museum
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Eldon House Museum

$

Eldon House Museum brings Victorian-era history to life through engaging guided tours perfect for curious young minds. Kids can explore authentic period rooms, discover how children lived over a century ago, and participate in hands-on family programs that make history tangible and fun. The historic home's fascinating architecture and stories of past residents captivate children while teaching them about Canadian heritage.

🕑 1-1.5 hours

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Kawartha Canoe Museum museum in Kawartha Lakes, ON🎨 Museum
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Kawartha Canoe Museum

$

The Kawartha Canoe Museum offers families a hands-on journey through Canada's paddling heritage with over 600 canoes and kayaks on display. Kids can explore interactive exhibits, try their hand at paddling activities, and learn about Indigenous watercraft traditions in a welcoming, educational environment that brings Ontario's canoeing culture to life.

🕑 1.5 to 2.5 hours

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