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The Museum on Tower Hill

17 George Street Box 337, Parry Sound, Ontario P2A 2X4, Canada
705-746-5365
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4.0 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Type: Museums
Owner description: We are located in Tower Hill Park at the base of Parry Sound's 96-foot Look-Out tower overlooking Beautiful Georgian Bay. The Museum features a...... more » Owner description: We are located in Tower Hill Park at the base of Parry Sound's 96-foot Look-Out tower overlooking Beautiful Georgian Bay. The Museum features a changing calendar of exhibits in three galleries. Exhibits feature an extensive collection of local artifacts connected to the history of the Parry Sound District. Themes include Natural and Cultural history trapping, First Nations, nautical shipping, Logging, Agriculture and Contagion. Fine arts and special exhibits are offered throughout the year in our two temporary galleries. We offer family rates and special family events throughout the year. We have plenty of picnic tables and one of the best views in town, come spend the day with us. « less
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Mississauga, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

If the weather is good, it is worth the trek up the tower on the hill. You can literally see all of Parry Sound, and it is beautiful. More

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Oakville, ontario
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

I have a friend that lives in Nobel, Ontario just noth of Parry Sound and talk to him several times a year. It reminds me of a visit to the musem and fire tower several years ago. The fire tower gives you a good overview of the area. The musem gives one a historically perspective of the area and life... More

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Toronto, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2012

interesting site to check out while in Parry Sound! More

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Parry Sound, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2012

Climb the tower at the museum for the best view of Parry Sound. The museum itself features some nice exhibits as well. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2012

A great history of the area located on Tower Hill with a fire tower to climb with fantastic views of Parry Sound (water and town). Great picnic area. Summer programs for kids. More

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Meaford, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 5, 2011

Visited to obtain historical information & the staff (Michelle) was totally cooperative & pleasent in every way. While I was unsuccessful in locating the specific information I was given some very fruitful leads. More

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