Midhurst/April 4, 2022 – The Simcoe County Museum will be celebrating our world and exploring the creatures that creep, crawl, fly, and grow in the night throughout the month of April. From Preschool Story Time to Sensory Aware exhibits, the Museum is ready to explore and explain the world at night. As of April 2022, exhibits and event spaces are gradually reopening for groups to allow for school tours and meetings.
EVENT: | Creatures at Night – Preschool Story Time |
Date | April 6, 2022 and April 13, 2022 |
Time | 10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. |
Location | Simcoe County Museum |
Details | Daytime animals have nighttime friends that explore our backyards, parks and forests. Discover nocturnal creatures by creating a craft, and explore the Worlds of the Night exhibit on our flashlight tour. To highlight the Worlds of the Night Exhibit, the Simcoe County Museum will be hosting two preschool story times. |
Admission | $6 fee per child and pre-registration is required. To register please visit https://museum.simcoe.ca |
EVENT: | Worlds of the Night Exhibit – Sensory Aware, Small Group Tours |
Date | April 12, 2022 |
Time | 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. |
Location | Simcoe County Museum |
Details | The best creatures come out at night and you should too! Don’t miss this opportunity to visit our Worlds of the Night exhibit by joining us for small group, sensory aware tours. To highlight the Worlds of the Night Exhibit, the Simcoe County Museum will be hosting one evening of registered, sensory aware tours. Please note, this exhibit uses both dimmed and glowing light atmospheres to provide a mysterious and exciting experience. If lighting is a concern please advise during the registration process and we will adjust to accommodate. |
Admission | Tours are $6 and pre-registration is required. To register please visit https://museum.simcoe.caEach tour will be 30 minutes. |
EVENT: | Earth Day at the Simcoe County Museum |
Date | April 23, 2022 |
Time | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
Location | Simcoe County Museum |
Details | Activities will include both indoor and outdoor experiences focussed on ways we can Invest in Our Planet. Learn about recycling, upcycling, nature and more through hands on activities, information sharing and spending time in nature. |
Admission | Admission to the Museum is by donation. No pre-registration is required. |
Physical distancing and masking requirements are still in effect.
About the Simcoe County Museum
Take the Infinite Journey with the Simcoe County Museum, a cultural exploration of our historical past and exciting future. The Simcoe County Museum is owned and operated by the County of Simcoe and offers year round exhibits, events and educational programs for visitors of every age. Visit our website at museum.simcoe.ca for further details. Simcoe County Museum does not require proof of vaccination to enter the Museum. Physical distancing and masking requirements are still in effect. Book your visit online at museum.simcoe.ca.
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CONTACTS
Andrea Walasek
Public Relations Consultant
County of Simcoe, Service Simcoe Department
249-535-3511 (mobile)
Andrea.Walasek@simcoe.ca
Collin Matanowitsch
Manager, Public Relations
County of Simcoe, Service Simcoe Department
705-734-8386 (mobile)
Collin.Matanowitsch@simcoe.ca