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Founders' Museum & Pioneer Village, Thunder Bay

4.5
#3 of 7 in Museums in Thunder Bay
Specialty Museum · Hidden Gem · Museum
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  • By mskittyOntario
    On the bucket list to visit this place so in August 2018 we did just that. It was a beautiful warm Friday afternoon and not overly busy. We were able to take our time and look at most ofl the...  more »
  • By Cathy N
    This is a small recreating of a pioneer village run mostly by volunteers. It is really interesting and the buildings are fun to explore. Many items (not sure if you would call them artifacts) are...  more »
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  • By Izac Roberts
    Sherif Rosie was the best. Fun for all ages!
  • By Brittany Zahn
    They know their history and put on great little events
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