News & Events
March Break at Hutchison House
Come to Hutchison House Museum for some March Break fun! This drop-off program will run from 9:30 to 12:30 pm on March 11th, 15th, 16th, and 18th. Please make sure to bring a peanut-free snack and indoor shoes. All visitors to the museum aged 12 or older must be fully vaccinated to enter the museum. … Read more
MUSEUM CLOSED
Please note that Hutchison House Museum is CLOSED for the duration of the province’s Step Two of the Roadmap to Reopen. Please email staff at if you have any questions during this time.
Vaccination Policy at Hutchison House
Hutchison House requires that all visitors entering the museum over the age of twelve must be fully vaccinated. You must present your vaccine passport and accompanying photo ID upon entry into the museum.
Pandemic Arrangements
Pandemic Arrangements of the Peterborough Historical Society and Hutchison House Museum The Peterborough Historical Society and Hutchison House Museum are strictly following the emergency regulations to address the pandemic. The first aim is to ensure the safety of visitors, staff and volunteers. Some programs have been adapted to virtual and online delivery, in some cases … Read more
The End of a Historic Francophone Building in Peterborough
Etienne Lajoie, Le Devoir, 13 August 2022[Note: this unofficial translation has been adapted by the Peterborough Historical Societyfrom a Google Translate version]
Speaker Series: The Evolution of the Garage: The Effects of Technology on the Built Landscape
Speaker series: Jennifer Guerin The automobile’s impact on society and the economy has been pervasive. Think of the petroleum industry, urban and suburban development, highway infrastructure, rural connectivity, leisure, recreation, travel, tourism. Domestic architecture and landscape have not escaped the automobile’s transformative power. Jennifer Guerin, Heritage Researcher for the City of Peterborough, examines the hitherto … Read more
Job Opportunity
Assistant to the Curator Wage: $19.50/hr for 30 hrs/wk Job Type and Duration: Part-time, Contract (6 months September 5, 2022 to March 3, 2022) Job Location: Hutchison House Museum (270 Brock St. Peterborough, ON, K9H 2P9) Hutchison House Museum is looking for a professional, creative, and detail-oriented Assistant to the Curator/Manager (Assistant) The Assistant will … Read more
Peach Tea
Back by popular demand, Hutchison House will host the 30th annual Peach Tea on Thursday, August 18th from noon to 4pm. Enjoy the feeling of an old time summer social, as you indulge in an afternoon of home-baked scones served with fresh peaches and whipped cream or ice cream, topped with blueberries. Tea, iced tea, … Read more
Summer Workshops
Join in on some summer fun at Hutchison House. We will be running our summer workshops where kids can experience a morning learning a new craft or participating in a historic cooking activity. More information below:
Games Day
Enjoy a laid-back day at Hutchison House Museum on Fridays in the summer. Play board, parlour, or outdoor games at our scenic historic house. Regular admission applies and refreshments will be served. See more information below:
Deadline for Scottish Tea Coordinator application!
Please note that today is the last day to send your resume to us if you are interested in the Scottish Tea Coordinator position. Send your resume to .
Updated June 2022 Hours
Please note that we will be open Tuesday through Saturday during the summer months.
Jubilee TEA SOLD OUT!
Please note that our Jubilee Tea is sold out. Missed out? We are running many events over the course of the summer, including Scottish Teas!
Museum Closed
Please note that due to the State of Emergency in Peterborough, Hutchison House Museum will remain closed until further notice.
