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.
Artist W.J. Wood – Huronia Museum Show
March 30, 2012
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This week’s episode of The Huronia Museum Show features museum director Jamie Hunter explaining the history and significance of Huronia artist W.J. Wood.
Artist Ethel Chynoweth – Huronia Museum Show
March 13, 2012
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From an early age, Ethel Chynoweth learned to make native-style art from her mother. Working with beads, leather, porcupine quills and other materials, Ethel is able to express her creativity with one-of-a-kind, hand-made pieces. Much of her work (and exquisite porcupine quill boxes by her mother) are available to purchase in our Mundy’s Bay Gift Shop at the museum or in our online shop.
Hallen Art Collection – Huronia Museum Show
February 17, 2012
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The Hallen family of Penetanguishene produced watercolour images of the area in the early half of the 19th Century. Their works not only showcase their considerable skills as artists, but also offer a glimpse of the social geography of the region. Huronia Museum hosts an extensive collection of Hallen paintings. Museum Director Jamie Hunter tell us more.
Festival of Lights Education Program – Huronia Museum Show
January 27, 2012
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Huronia Museum hosts thousands of school-aged children every year, offering a variety of educational programs for students and teachers. One of our most popular programs is called Festival of Lights, which teaches children about celebrations that take place all around the world. Education Co-ordinator Gillian Ross tell us more.
Queen Elizabeth II Exhibit – Huronia Museum Show
December 10, 2011
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2012 marks the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. Huronia Museum is dedicating a special exhibit commemorating 60 years of royal memorabilia. Museum director Jamie Hunter tells us more.
Remember Our Veterans Luncheon – Huronia Museum Show
November 25, 2011
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This week, Askennonia Senior Centre hosted its annual Remember Our Veterans luncheon. Special guest speaker Ted Barris spoke about his new book, “Breaking the Silence,” which deals with the difficulties of getting veterans to tell their stories.
Ouendat Ossuary – Huronia Museum Show
November 18, 2011
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In 2003, construction workers accidentally found a previously undiscovered Ouendat ossuary across the street from the Huronia Museum. Museum director Jamie Hunter explains more.
