Programs, Tours & Camps

The Town of Stouffville’s Museum and Community Centre offers a variety of educational programs for both students and adults as well as camps and group tours. Explore our program, camp and tour options and learn how to register.

We offer a variety of educational programs, both on-Site and in-class, based on the Ontario curriculum for Social Studies. Please contact us for program rates.

Students can experience hands-on learning with our interactive tours. We offer both full-day and half-day program options for students. Please fill out our Education Program Inquiry Form to begin booking your program.

For a full-day program, choose two of the following interactive tour options and one hands-on tour. For a half-day program, choose one of the interactive tour options and one hands-on tour.

We offer the following interactive tours and programs for students:

This program introduces students to life in a Wendat village, specifically the late 16th century village unearthed in what is now Whitchurch-Stouffville. Explore this remarkable community and see village life through a 3D experience.

Why were craft skills so important? Challenge your students’ artistic abilities by creating Victorian paper pastimes such as paper piercing and scherenschnitte (German paper cutting).

Send your students back in time and explore our 19th century schoolhouse. Develop an understanding of the school experience by learning the routines of the 19th century classroom. Participate in slate & bell work!

Engage your students through a variety of demonstrations on the complicated process of pioneer clothing production. Learn to card wool, watch a spinning demonstration, and practice weaving on cardboard looms.

Spend an hour exploring the day-to-day life of early settlers and the growth and development of a family farm in the 1800’s. Examine the differences between early and mid-19th century life and the changing responsibilities of family members by touring the historic Settler Log Cabin and Victorian Farmhouse.

Runs November to March. Imagine life as it was in the 19th century in the cold winter months as you tour through our Pioneer Log Cabin and our Victorian Farmhouse. Discuss winter responsibilities, challenges and social customs practiced by the Early Settlers and Victorian middle class.

Runs late November to mid-December. Compare significant traditions and celebrations and identify the reasons for differences and changes over time. Enjoy the holiday cheer in our decorated Pioneer Log Cabin and Victorian Farmhouse.

Enjoy a lively discussion exploring gift giving. Follow-up by creating up to two heritage holiday crafts! Offered in conjunction with A Nineteenth Century Christmas Tour.

Book an exciting birthday party package at the Museum! Recommended for ages 4-10, these packages are designed to be interactive, fun, and can be booked on Saturdays from 10:00AM-12:00PM or 1:00PM-3:00PM.

Packages are 2-hours in length, and include a 15-minute arrival window, 45-minutes of staff-led activities, and 60-minutes in our party room.

Price per package is $299+HST, and includes up to 15 children and 5 adults. Up to 5 additional children may be added for $20+HST each.

Choose from three exciting themes!

Pirate Treasures
Embark on an exciting adventure! Back by popular demand, Pirate Treasures will have you exploring a number of the Museum’s historic buildings to look for hidden treasure, but be careful – you’ll run into fun challenges along the way!

Silly Science
Get ready for hands-on, wonder-filled science fun! From shimmering galaxy slime to exciting dinosaur egg discoveries and more, this party package invites curious young scientists to explore, create, and experiment in a playful, engaging way!

Crafty Corner
Crafty and creative, this package is for the makers and artists in the family! Enjoy creating paper projects and shrink art keychains.

Packages are $299+HST and are 2-hours in length. Packages include up to 15 children and 5 adults. Up to 5 additional children can be added for $20+HST each.

Packages may be modified for children outside the suggested age range. Please contact the Museum for details.

Bookings are now open for 2026! Packages can be booked in two-hour time slots, available Saturdays at 10 AM or 1 PM.

Children’s birthday party packages may be eligible for extension depending on facility availability. Please contact the Museum for details.

No – the party room will not be decorated. Chairs and tables will be provided, but booking members are responsible for their own decorations. Food, drinks, and loot bags will not be provided. All decorating plans must be discussed with Museum staff prior to the rental, and in some cases, authorized by the Curator. When you are planning your decorations, please keep in mind: you can only use green painter’s tape to affix decorations. Powder, wax, and other preparations to the floors are prohibited, and the use of CONFETTI, RICE, SPARKLES, SPARKLERS, BUBBLE MACHINES. Birthday candles may be used, but the flame must be lit immediately before extinguishing.

Yes – there are plenty of great options around the corner! Please speak with Museum staff for details.

Please contact us for more information, or to book your children’s birthday party package today!

We offer camps and workshops throughout the year for children ages six to 12, including:

Summer camps
March Break camp
P.A. Day workshops

Learn more about our camp options and register your child.

We offer a variety of group tour experiences that can be customized to suit your needs. We can accommodate most group sizes, offer flexible dates and times and in many cases we can offer outreach options.

We provide organized tours for groups including:

Interest groups (such as photography, horticultural, etc.)
Seniors’ community groups and seniors’ residences
Toddler and daycare organizations
English as a second language clubs and schools
Scouts, Guides, Embers and Sparks
Coach bus tours
Church/religious organizations

Please contact us to register for a group tour and learn more.

There are a variety of adult programs and workshops available throughout the year.

Learn more or register for upcoming workshops.

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