Vessel at Discovery Harbour

Special Events & Highlights

In 2013, Discovery Harbour will present two major events that celebrate peace as part of the War of 1812 Bicentennial. August will see the opening of a new extension of the North Visitor Centre with 1812 themed exhibits including the original remains of the hull of H.M.S. Tecumseth. On August 24-25, the site will welcome the TALL SHIPS ® 1812 Tour in an exciting celebration of marine heritage. Throughout the summer visitors can enjoy above and below deck tours of the refitted replica ship H.M.S. Tecumseth based on her 1815 log, and take a themed War of 1812 tour on the historic site. Finally, the popular Haunted Harbour event returns the evenings of October 24-25-26.

 

War of 1812 Anniversary

Over the next two years, Discovery Harbour will be celebrating peace as part of the War of 1812 Bicentennial.

Canada Day (July 1, 2013)

Celebrate Canada's birthday with children's activities, giveaways, and complimentary Canada Day cake. A fun day for the entire family!

Opening of H.M.S. Tecumseth Centre (August 2013)

In August 2013, Discovery Harbour will open the H.M.S. Tecumseth Centre. This exciting new area will house the original 1815 hull remains of H.M.S. Tecumseth and will include a permanent display that focuses on the history of the Penetanguishene Naval Establishment and its link to the War of 1812.

TALL SHIPS® 1812 Tour (August 24-25, 2013)

The TALL SHIPS® 1812 Tour is a Pan Provincial event that will travel throughout Ontario during the summer of 2013, commemorating the bicentennial of the War of 1812. A total of 16 ports will participate in this event which is produced in partnership with the TALL SHIPS CHALLENGE® Great Lakes series.

On the weekend of August 24-25, the Penetanguishene-Midland area on Southern Georgian Bay welcomes the TALL SHIPS® 1812 Tour with the arrival of magnificent vessels to Discovery Harbour, the Port of Penetanguishene, and the Port of Midland. This exciting weekend will be an outstanding celebration of marine heritage in the region. Read more

Haunted Harbour (October 24-25-26, 2013)

Discovery Harbour presents its popular annual "Haunted Harbour" event evenings October 24, 25, 26, promising a fun and spooky experience for the entire family. Read more