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Uxbridge Historical Centre

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The Uxbridge Historical Centre, established in 1972, preserves the history and heritage of the Township of Uxbridge. Set on a five-acre site overlooking the Uxbridge Valley and the Oak Ridges Moraine, the Centre holds nine heritage buildings and more than 10,000 artifacts and archives. Visitors can take guided tours, browse exhibitions, join workshops and seasonal programs, and shop in the gift shop. The Centre also offers museum camps for children, school field trips, group tours, and rentals of the grounds, schoolhouse and church for events and weddings. Tours and exhibitions run May to August, Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Office hours September to May are Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm. Admission: adults $7, seniors $6, students with valid ID $6, children 6 to 12 $5, family (2 adults, 2 children) $21.75; Uxbridge-Scott Historical Society and OMA members are admitted free.

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Category: Travel & Accommodation
Municipality: Uxbridge
Address: 7239 Concession Road 6, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1W9
Website: Visit Website
Phone: 905-852-5854

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