Minesing/ April 23, 2010 -- The Simcoe County Museum hosts the eighth annual Simcoe County Regional Heritage Fair on Wednesday, April 28, 2010. Students from across the County have placed among the top in their School Heritage Fair for projects highlighting Canadian heritage and culture. These students will now showcase their projects at the Regional Fair on Wednesday April 28.
The Heritage Fairs program creates an active learning environment giving students in Grades 4 to 9 an opportunity to explore Canadian history and culture. Students are encouraged to create projects on the heritage topic of their choice using information and imagination to bring history to life.
Staff and volunteers from Huronia Historical Parks, the Historical Construction Equipment Association and the Simcoe County Museum are just some of the community groups that will conduct interactive workshops for the students at the day-long event. Opening ceremonies for the students begin at 10:00 am., and project adjudication begins at 10:15 a.m. The Fair is open to the public from 12:15 to 2:00 pm.
Regular Museum admission rates apply: Adult $6, Student/Senior $5.00, Child $4.00, Preschoolers - free. The Simcoe County Museum is located at 1151 Highway 26, minutes north of Barrie. For more information, please phone 705-728-3721.
Take the Infinite Journey with Simcoe County Museum, a cultural exploration of our historical past and exciting future. Simcoe County Museum is owned and operated by the County of Simcoe and offers year round exhibits, events and educational programs for visitors of every age. Visit our website at museum.simcoe.ca for further details.
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