Open Year-Round!
Discover a place where innovation, history, and hands-on exploration come together for visitors of all ages. Open throughout the year, the Muskoka Discovery Centre offer engaging exhibits and activities that inspire curiosity and learning in every season.
To plan your visit and purchase admission, click here.
To explore our calendar of exciting events, visit here.
Planning a special occasion? Whether you’re organizing a wedding, private event, or group visit (20 or more guests), we would be delighted to assist. Please contact us at 705-687-2115 or email MDC@realmuskoka.com to begin planning your memorable event.
Explore Our Galleries & Exhibits
Immerse yourself in the stories, culture, and natural beauty of Muskoka through engaging exhibits, hands-on experiences, and cutting-edge technology—designed to inspire visitors of all ages.
Step into Muskoka’s rich past, diverse present, and evolving future through three interconnected exhibits:
Misko-Aki: Confluence of Cultures
Celebrate the enduring presence, knowledge, and culture of Indigenous Peoples in Muskoka.
Evolving Muskoka: Life on the Edge of the Shield
Discover how nature, innovation, and people have shaped this region over time.
Wanda III: From Steam to Green
Follow the journey of the iconic steamship Wanda III and its transformation into a sustainable vessel of the future.
Uncover the power and importance of Muskoka’s most precious resource through two dynamic exhibits:
Watershed Wonders
Dive into the science and magic of water in Muskoka’s vast and vital watershed.
Water is Life – Indigenous Exhibit
Gain perspective through Indigenous knowledge and teachings about water stewardship and spiritual connection to the land.
Love Muskoka, Sustain Muskoka (Coming in 2026)
Experience the future of sustainability through interactive exhibits and immersive technology that inspire environmental action.
Grace & Speed Boathouse
Marvel at Canada’s largest in-water collection of beautifully restored classic wooden boats, and explore the legacy of Muskoka’s boatbuilding pioneers.
Greavette Gallery
Experience the creative spirit of Muskoka through rotating exhibitions that showcase the work of local and regional visual artists, celebrating the landscapes, stories, and culture of the region through art.
KidZone
Ignite young imaginations through hands-on exhibits and interactive play spaces designed especially for curious kids and their families.
OPEN YEAR ROUND
