Hours & Map

The Muskoka Lakes Museum is open from the Victoria Day to Thanksgiving every year. See below for seasonal hours and directions.

Hours

Victoria Day Weekend in May through Thanksgiving Weekend in October

May – June
Wednesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays

July – August 25
Wednesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays

August 26 – October 12
Thursday – Sunday 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays

Holiday Schedule
Victoria Day Monday: Closed
Canada Day: Open
August Civic Holiday: Open
Labour Day Monday: Closed
Thanksgiving Sunday and Monday: Closed

 

Location & Parking

The Muskoka Lakes Museum is located on James Bartleman Island Park, which is between the two locks in the centre of Port Carling, Ontario.

There is no parking or vehicle access on the island, but free parking is available behind the Muskoka Lakes Library, at the Port Carling Memorial Community Centre, and along the main street. The island is accessed by a footbridge; follow the big blue signs.

If you require assistance accessing the Museum, please call us at (705) 765-5367 and we will be happy to pick you up in our golf cart at the top of the footbridge. 

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