Nestled in Canada's only UNESCO-designated City of Music, this site serves as a premier educational centre. Annually welcoming 20,000-plus community members for various events, the centre offers world-class infrastructure across Talbot College and the Music Building. Witness musicians in action, featuring a public masterclass with pianist Dang Thai Son, student-led tours and the rehearsal of Western's New Horizons Band.

Join the London Children’s Museum for the last time from where it all started! Rediscover iconic artifacts and programs from their decades-long history, featuring meteorite and fossil shows, the Alan Benninger Tin Toy Collection, and hands-on science experiments. Explore 45 years of play through collection cases and share your own memories of play and learning at a postcard station.

Christ Anglican Church was constructed between 1870 and 1871 on land donated by lumber baron Mosson Boyd. The first service was held here on Christmas Eve 1870. Built to the design of Irish architect John Belcher, it has served Bobcaygeon's Anglican community ever since. Come and explore this historical building, including its parish hall, narthex and unique stained-glass windows.

The Fenelon Falls United Church has served the community in this building since 1911. The building was constructed as the third-generation church for the local Methodist congregation, replacing buildings constructed in 1876 and 1861 — although Methodist meetings occurred in the village much earlier. Come and explore this landmark in downtown Fenelon Falls after Sunday services are complete.

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church — the second Presbyterian church in Fenelon Falls — was constructed in 1895. During Doors Open, visitors can explore the church sanctuary. Volunteers will be on hand to provide tours and answer questions about the building. Sunday worship will take place between 10 and 11 a.m. All are welcome to attend before the Doors Open tours begin.

Join local historian Ian McKechnie for a walking tour of Sturgeon Point to learn about its development as Kawartha Lakes’ most prominent historical summer community. Located in Kawartha Lakes on the shores of Sturgeon Lake, Sturgeon Point is a picturesque community with a rich heritage and natural beauty. Space on each tour is limited so please register in advance.

The Boyd Heritage Museum in Bobcaygeon was founded to collect and exhibit information and artifacts related to the history of Bobcaygeon and the family of Mossom Boyd, the lumber baron whose business activities shaped the history of the village beginning in the mid-19th century. Come and explore the museum to learn about Bobcaygeon's past and the surrounding area.

This stone wall was constructed in 1891 as part of the estate for W.T.C. Boyd, businessman and son of local lumber baron Mossom Boyd. Today, the wall is the only part of the estate that remains. Its designation and restoration were spearheaded in 2022 by Environmental Action Bobcaygeon. Learn about the history and restoration of this site from knowledgeable volunteers.

Fenelon Falls' earliest generating station was built in 1893 by the Fenelon Falls Electric Light Company and first powered five electric streetlights. Rebuilt in 1997, the current generating station — a 2.6-megawatt hydroelectric station — supplies electricity to approximately 2,000 homes in Kawartha Lakes (depending on the time of the year). During Doors Open, enjoy a rare interior tour throughout the day.

This art gallery, located in the historical 1880s Fenelon Falls train station, has been showcasing the diverse talents of local artists since 2005. Come and take a look through the bay window that the station agent used to see up and down the rail line. After stepping into the past, you can browse through the diverse and high-quality artwork.

The Grove Theatre is a one-of-a-kind performance venue in Kawartha Lakes that opened in the summer of 2022. This outdoor amphitheatre hosts an annual lineup of its own theatre productions alongside appearances from Canadian guest artists, community events and a drama camp for young people. Experience this unique open-air venue during the day and see behind the scenes!

Come to the Kawartha Lakes Fire Station 22 in Fenelon Falls and meet the firefighters! This is one of 19 fire stations throughout Kawartha Lakes that protects local homes and communities. Learn about the work these firefighters do and the equipment and vehicles they use. Note: Fire crews may be required to respond to an emergency.

Maryboro Lodge, also known as the Fenelon Museum, is one of Kawartha Lakes' oldest buildings and a vibrant community museum. The estate house was built in 1837 for James Wallis and has undergone many changes over the years before becoming a museum in 1963 (note the provincial plaque to Wallis). Visit the museum for fun for all ages!

St. Peter's Anglican Church and cemetery once served the busy hamlet of Bury's Green. This small country church sits in the rolling farmland north of Fenelon Falls. Now privately owned and no longer operating, it is a unique opportunity to see inside this architectural gem and learn about the local families who worshipped here.

The Sturgeon Point Union Church is one of a kind in Kawartha Lakes. Built in 1915 for the cottage community of Sturgeon Point and commissioned by Lady Clara Flavelle as a non-denominational church, the unique octagonal design is executed in post-and-beam construction with large windows and a high roof, which integrate it into the surrounding natural landscape.

The Art Gallery of Peterborough is a free-admission, non-profit public art gallery in a prime lakefront location. The collection presently numbers over 1,300 pieces. In addition to its permanent collection and exhibitions, the gallery offers many educational programs for adults and children and a gallery shop featuring a variety of works by local and regional artists and makers.

Local historian Gord Young will lead a walking tour of the Hunter Street Bridge and surrounding area. Features of this year’s heritage walk include the Grand Trunk Railway’s Riverside Yard, the Quaker Tennis Club, the Hunter Street bridge, the murals under the bridge’s arches, the Peterborough Mattress Factory and the 1916 Quaker Oats fire. Tour is first come, first served.

During Doors Open, stop by to see this performance. It is 1969 and three female workers at Westclox are on break. While one scans the company newsletter Tick Talk, another discovers a surprising item in the Peterborough Examiner: Westclox silver bell alarm clocks linked to FLQ terrorist bombings in Montreal! Written by D'Arcy Jenish and directed by Bea Quarrie.

Built in 1887 as St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, this is now home to All Nations Church and is used by the Carleton Place Town Singers for performances. Constructed of limestone in the Scottish baronial style, the fanciful towers and turrets add interest to this imposing structure. Contrasting decorative courses and window and door details are constructed of dark Beckwith limestone.

This is the oldest surviving church in Collingwood. After a fire destroyed the original, a new and larger building was constructed in 1858 (the present church), with transepts, the sanctuary and bell tower added in 1876, and the parish hall and vestry in 1911. Over the years, the church has been enhanced by stained-glass windows and a distinctive altar.

The 43-hectare (107-acre) Banting Family Homestead was the birthplace of Sir Frederick Banting, co-discoverer of insulin. Banting was also Canada's first Nobel Prize winner. During Doors Open, come and explore exhibits, walk the legacy trail, enjoy lunch in the picnic area, see the historical farmhouse and drive shed, and learn more about Banting’s journey in the fight to combat diabetes.

The Barrie Fire and Emergency Service Headquarters, opened in 2011, includes a museum pertaining to the history of the Barrie Fire Department — featuring antique trucks, equipment and uniforms. The main entrance corridor with its centre ice insert (which nods to the former Dunlop Arena) will be available for people to tour. Visitor parking is off Eccles Street.

The Barrie Simcoe Emergency Services Campus became operational in March 2020. This modern facility houses the Barrie Police Service (in existence since 1853), the Simcoe County Paramedic Services and the Barrie Fire and Emergency Service backup dispatch communications — all in one location. During Doors Open, come and meet some of your community officers and tour some of the facilities.

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) represents over 28,000 registered citizens and delivers a full suite of programs and services through 30-plus offices provincewide. Here at the Barrie-South Simcoe office, learn about the MNO and the history of the Métis people, meet MNO Vice Chair Sharon Cadeau and learn about harvesting rights from Councillor/Captain of the Hunt Greg Garrett.

During Doors Open, come and explore this transformative, integrative wellness and creative space shared with Bliss²Ann Green Yoga and UPlift Black. Using anti-oppressive and inclusive practices, UPlift and Bliss² offer several wholistic programs for professional development and to promote healthy and sustainable living. Experience what their weekly drop-ins and programs are like, including open-mic sessions, painting, photography and yoga!