Hutchison House Saturday, November 27 & Sunday, November 28th Christmas Market 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Snowflake Tea sittings at 1:00 PM & 2:30 PM Come for some seasonal shopping at Hutchison House Museum! The Hutchison House volunteers will host their annual Christmas market and Snowflake Tea. The market runs from 10 AM to 12 PM. Please … Read more
Our popular Hogmanay event will see some modifications this year. Although some COVID-19 restrictions have lifted, staff at the museum have decided that it would be unsafe to run the event as we have done in years past. Instead, Hutchison House volunteers will prepare Hogmanay meals-to-go with a similar menu to what is served in … Read more
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
While things will look a little different this year, the month of October would not be complete without the Halloween tradition. Look out for young ghostly ghouls and goblins on Friday October 29th from 5-8:30 pm and Saturday, October 30th from 10am – 4 p.m. when Hutchison House Museum will host Halloween tours of the … Read more
The monthly heritage luncheons are resuming at Hutchison House Museum. Our first meal on October 6 will be an Oktoberfest themed lunch of Sausage, Potato pancakes and Roasted Squash with sauerkraut and applesauce on the side, with a plum kuchen (cake) for dessert. Because of COVID regulations there is limited seating and proof of vaccination … Read more
Come and enjoy a relaxed evening at the museum. Browse our 19th century and classic games library, sample historic treats, and enjoy the ambiance of the historic house. Drop-ins are welcome, but come early as space is limited. Reservations are encouraged. Call the museum at 705-743-9710 or email to reserve your spot. Dates: third Thursday of the … Read more
As the province is opening and everyone is out exploring again we encourage you to see all the exciting attractions this region has to offer. Explore the attractions’ websites to find the answers. Forms can be found down below and answers submitted to . Deadline to submit is July 31, 2021 at 5pm. Correct answers … Read more
Back by popular demand, Hutchison House will host the 29th annual Peach Tea on Thursday, August 19th 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
For National Historic Places Days this year we’re launching a new video series titled “Untold Stories of Hutchison House.” In this series we’ll be telling you stories that don’t necessarily get told when you take a tour of the house.Our first video is “Sandford Fleming and Jeanie Hall: A Love Story” a look at the … Read more
Scottish Tea, served on the terrace in the historic garden, includes fresh baked scones, preserves, whipped cream, oatcakes, and tea, lemonade, or iced tea. There is a maximum of 6 people per table and registration is required. Vistors will be required to complete a COVID-19 screening upon arrival at the museum. Face masks are required … Read more