Step into the stories of West Parry Sound at this family-friendly museum on Tower Hill. Explore local history through fascinating exhibits, a detailed model railway, logging and trapping displays, changing exhibitions and the Northern Nature Exchange.

After your visit, explore the surrounding Tower Hill Heritage Garden and Lookout Tower.


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EXPLORE THE MUSEUM
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Discover the people, places, industries and stories that shaped the West Parry Sound District.

* Explore three gallery spaces with permanent and changing exhibitions
* See a detailed HO model of the Ottawa, Arnprior & Parry Sound Railway
* Learn about local logging, trapping, shipping and railway history
* Discover historic artifacts, photographs and stories from the region
* Explore displays including a trapper’s cabin, ranger cabin and logging history
* See the Fresnel lens from a former Lake Superior lighthouse
* Discover the history of the Waubuno steamship

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DISCOVER THE NATURAL WORLD
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Kids can take part in the **Northern Nature Exchange**, an educational program that encourages children and families to observe, document and learn about the natural world.

Visitors can earn points by documenting their discoveries through photographs, journals, artwork, reports or specimens, then exchange their points for items from the museum’s collection. The program encourages curiosity and responsible exploration of nature.

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WHAT'S ON
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The museum features exhibitions that change throughout the year, so there’s always something new to discover.

Current 2026 exhibitions include:

Feb - Dec: Built on the Bay: Scoots and Everyday Ingenuity
May 13- October 10: Parry Sound Photography Club: Where Rock Meets Shore

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MAKE IT A TOWER HILL DAY
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The museum is located within the Tower Hill Heritage Garden and is just steps from the Tower Hill Lookout Tower, where visitors can enjoy panoramic views over Parry Sound and the harbour. Combine a museum visit with some outdoor exploring for a fun family day out.

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
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- Summer Hours: Wed-Sun, 10 AM-5 PM
- Winter Hours: Wed-Sat, 11 AM-4 PM
- Admission: Adults $5 | Children 5-12 $3 | Seniors 65+ $3
- Age Range: All Ages
- Best For: Families, kids, history lovers and curious explorers


Explore the exhibits, discover local stories and make your own Tower Hill adventure!