Welcome to Gravenhurst 

Gravenhurst Farmers Market

19th May - 6th October

Every Wednesday 9am - 2pm

In the special events field at Muskoka Wharf

(across the road from Boston Pizza)
www.gravenhurstfarmersmarket.com

P/F: (705) 684-8731

Established in 1992 in the heart of Ontario's scenic cottage country, the Gravenhurst Farmers' Market has become one of the region's most popular attractions. We welcome back each year more than 90 vendors
with the finest quality fruit and vegetables, plants, organic produce, home baking, honey maple syrup, preserves, meat, fish, cheese and so much more. Local artisans will enchant you with their carefully handcrafted jewellery,
sewing, knitting, carvings, woodworking, soap and fine art. Shop at the market and enjoy a freshly-made crepe, sausage on a bun, or one of our many other treats available.
The Gravenhurst Farmers' Market was the first to be awarded the Best Seasonal Farmers' Market in Ontario by Ontario Foodland and Farmers' Markets Ontario. We are delighted to continue our tradition of being a market of the highest quality and one of the most enjoyable gathering places for tourists, cottagers and local residents alike.
A highlight of the Muskoka tourist destinations, this unique and interesting market offers the perfect opportunity for customers to meet farmers and producers and to learn about food production and craft preparation Join us every Wednesday at the Special Events Field at Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. from May 19 to October 6th.
"Come for the Freshness, Stay for the Fun!"
* Accepts Group Tour Bookings * Accepts Credit Cards
* Free Parking * On-site Food * Gift Shop

Gravenhurst Opera House & Arts Centre
295 Muskoka Road South, Gravenhurst, Ontario
1-888-495-8888 (705) 687-5550 F: (705) 687-5446

The Gravenhurst Opera House
continues to provide a wide variety
of plays and musical performances year-round
in this beautiful heritage theatre.
Many talented performers have graced the stage performing a host of theatrical and musical productions. It has also hosted many local and regional performers, both professional and amateur as well as political and cultural ceremonies and a wide range of community events.
*Open Year Round * Accepts Group Tour Bookings
* Accepts Credit Cards * Free Parking
* Nearby Restaurants & Gift Shops

Heritage Square consists of the Gravenhurst Opera House, Gravenhurst Library, War Memorial, Bethune Statue and Carnegie Arts Centre.
Carnegie Arts Centre formerly the Carnegie Library
(circa 1923).
Nineteen years in the making, Gravenhurst's Carnegie Library finally opened on May 01, 1923.
Andrew Carnegie, one of the mega-tycoons
of the industrial age,
allocated much of his wealth to the construction of libraries.
Grants from his foundation went into the construction
of 1,700 libraries in Ontario.
Gravenhurst received $7,000
for building purposes. Described as 'cottage' style with the only distinguishing feature being a gable end over the door, this blueprint was only used in Gravenhurst,
Glencoe and Stouffville.
Carnegie Library was used as the public library until 1999.
At that time, the library moved into a new facility
and the Carnegie Library was turned into an Arts Centre.
Future plans include development and presentation
of a wide variety of music and arts
with a Muskoka connection or theme.
*Open Year Round * Accepts Group Tour Bookings
* Free Parking * Nearby Restaurants & Gift Shops

Muskoka Steamship Museum
820 Bay Street, Gravenhurst, Ontario
P: 705) 687-2115 F: [705] 687-7820

All aboard for 135 years of steamship history
on the Muskoka Lakes.
Many unique marine and heritage artifacts from Segwun
and her sister ships are on display.
It's full steam ahead in our wheelhouse
and other interactive exhibits.
All hands on deck from May-October to welcome all visitors to Muskoka.
It is also a perfect way to begin
your Segwun or Wenonah II cruise.
Located at Segwun's wharf.
* Accepts Group Tour Bookings * Accepts Credit Cards
* Free Parking * Gift Shop

Muskoka Wildlife Centre
Highway 11 North, Severn Bridge, Ontario P0E 1N0
www.muskokawildlifecentre.com
P/F: (705) 689-0222

An interactive wildlife learning park,
where individuals, families,
schools and special interest groups can spend some time
exploring, up-close, the wild creatures found
throughout our province.
Indoor facilities and 50-acres of scenic walking trails feature exhibits of over 30 species of animals including: moose, wolves, bear, cougar, eagles, wolverines and much more.
Some of the creatures are ex-pets or were abandoned while others were injured in the wild and cannot return. The park also features a picnic area, a summer-time food vendor, a gif/snack shop and daily interactive programming.
On-site park programming offers visitors the rare opportunity to interact with and lean about otherwise seldom-seen wildlife. This can include howling with wolves, watching a Bird of Prey demonstration or participating in a "Meet the Creature" session.
*Open Year Round * Accepts Group Tour Bookings
* Accepts Credit Cards * Free Parking
* On-site Restaurants * Gift Shop

Situated on the beautiful Muskoka River,
Santa's Villlage and Sportsland
has something for the whole family.
Rudolph's Roller Coaster,
the Christmas Ball Ferris Wheel,
Santa's Summer Sleigh River Boat Cruise,
Santa's Express Train and many more rides and attractions await the young and the young at heart.
Visit Santa's deer, see the animals in Santa's farm,
run through the splash zone just for kids and visit Santa
in his summer home all in a natural wooded setting
in the heart of cottage country!
We also has on-site camping
with fantastic package discounts.
And, don't miss Sportsland next to Santa's Village, a free admission, pay-as-you-play park
that includes go-carts, mini-golf, batting cages, lazer tag
and a fun-filled arcade.
"We're going to make you believe!"
* Accepts Group Tour Bookings * Accepts Credit Cards
* Free Parking * On-site Restaurants * Gift Shop

The Doll House Museum
320-1 Windewood Avenue East, Gravenhurst, Ontario
(705) 687-4516

The Dollhouse has a collection of over 80 dolls on display. Many are collector dolls and represent everything from Nursery Rhymes & Fairy Tales to Brides dressed in costumes from the early 1900s. One of two recent additions to the collection is a Reliable Baby Doll from the mid-1940s, donated by a local family.
Appointments recommended.
Admission: $1.00 per person.
*Open Year Round * Accepts Group Tour Bookings
* Free Parking * Gift Shop

Leacock sits on 9.5 acres of Lake Couchiching shoreline, offering family programs and "Children's Discovery Place". Visit the Book and Gift Shop, and enjoy lunch with a fabulous waterfront view at the Lake Wissanotti Terrace Café. Check www.leacockmuseum.com for details.

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