In part 3 of our tour, Eric takes us through the anchoring mechanism and relaxes in the ladies’ smoking lounge.
S.S. Keewatin Tour Part 3 – Huronia Museum Show
August 23, 2012
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S.S. Keewatin Tour Part 2 – Huronia Museum Show
August 10, 2012
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In part 2 of our tour, Eric takes us through the Flowerpot lounge and shows us where the crew lived when they weren’t working hard for passengers.
S.S. Keewatin Tour Part 1 – Huronia Museum Show
July 27, 2012
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In June of 2012, the S.S. Keewatin returned to Port McNicoll after 46 years away from home (in the loving care of Douglas, Michigan). The whole community showed up to welcome her back.
So far, not many people have had access to the inside of the great luxury vessel. One month later, Huronia Museum was given a special tour by Ships Master Eric Conroy. Our cameras were rolling!
Here we present Part 1 of our tour featuring the car deck, the porter’s office and the grand staircase leading up to the Bridal Suites. And maybe you can get a haircut too, while you’re at it.
Spontaneous Jazz on S.S. Keewatin
July 24, 2012
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Just over a month ago, S.S. Keewatin, the historic luxury cruise ship, returned to Port McNicoll after 46 years amid much fanfare. Recently, Huronia Museum was granted a special tour of the interior of Keewatin, and our cameras were rolling.
During the tour, the Keewatin’s Eric Conroy and Huronia Museum’s own Nahanni Born struck up a spontaneous tune right on the floor of the Flowerpot Lounge.
Beginning next week, Huronia Museum will be posting portions of our tour right here at HuroniaMuseum.com as well as on our Facebook page and YouTube channel. Be sure to check them out!
S.S. Keewatin Returns June 23, 2012
May 30, 2012
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As many people know, the S.S. Keewatin is preparing to make its historic return to Port McNicoll this summer to much fanfare. The organizers of the event have announced the itinerary of the day, which we would like to also share with you, our awesome blog readers.
Huronia Museum will be present at the event with our own booth, so please drop by and say hello!
Saturday, June 23, 2012Opens at 10:30 a.m.Ship to arrive at 1:30 p.m.● Souvenirs ● Food ● Collectibles● Huronia Museum Display ● Huronia Arts Display● Port McNicoll School REUNION TentENTERTAINMENTGeorgian Bay Brass BandBeausoleil First Nations Drum Group and DancersStudents from the Studio of Connie TawsSunny Side Up Swing BandPort McNicoll Village Choir and Sing AlongMidland Legion Pipes and DrumsGeorgian Bay Saxophone EnsembleSilvio CamilleriPenetanguishene Golden TonesKeewatin Kids KlubPARKING AND SHUTTLE BUSES(No Onsite Parking)Please park at the Doral (former Mitsubishi) plant next to Martyrs’ Shrine. When this lot is at capacity, parking will then begin at the Franke Kindred plant across the highway from Doral.WATCH FOR THE SIGN TO PARKING LOTHandicapped Parking available close to Shuttle Bus pick-up.(Passengers in wheelchairs, etc. can be dropped off at the site).Shuttle Buses will take you directly to the Celebration.
Military Exhibit – Huronia Museum Show
November 10, 2011
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The Huronia Museum’s permanent Military Exhibit features artifacts that help explain the impact that global conflicts have had on the citizens of Huronia.
Outdoor Exhibits Part 2 – Huronia Museum Show
September 30, 2011
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Not all of the Huronia Museum’s exhibits are within the building itself. There are many outdoor objects on the museum’s grounds that many people might walk or drive right by every day without knowing the full story. Museum director Jamie Hunter fills us in.
See Outdoor Exhibits Part 1 here.
Outdoor Exhibits Part 1 – Huronia Museum Show
September 23, 2011
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Not all of the Huronia Museum’s exhibits are within the building itself. There are many outdoor objects on the museum’s grounds that many people might walk or drive right by every day without knowing the full story. Museum director Jamie Hunter fills us in.
A/V Room Treasures – Huronia Museum Show
August 12, 2011
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Join Bryan as he begins to go through some of the odd and wonderful videos that he dug up in the dusty old projection room.
Georgian Bay Lighthouses – Huronia Museum Show
June 24, 2011
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In this week’s episode, Huronia Museum curator Jamie Hunter discusses the important role of lighthouses on Georgian Bay and showcases one of the museum’s most unique items, the Lonely Island Lighthouse fresnel.
If you’d like to learn more about Georgian Bay lighthouses, the following book titles are available to purchase at our gift shop as well as via our online store at ShopMidland:
Great Lakes Lighthouses Encyclopedia
Guiding Lights, Tragic Shadows: Tales of Great Lakes Lighthouses
Up the Shore: The Lighthouse Years
