A road trip to Midland, Ontario is not complete without a visit Discovery Harbour. Discovery Harbour was the original British naval and military base in Penetanguishene, built to provide protection to Upper Canada after the War of 1812. The British naval presence on Georgian Bay was to provide ships to supply British posts westward. By the early 1800s, it was home to sailors, officers, shipwrights, and soldiers. Five large ships, 15 smaller vessels, and numerous workshops and dwellings were built.
Visitors will enjoy informative and interactive daily tours. Discovery Harbour is also the anchorage of the replica ships H.M.S. Bee and H.M.S. Tecumseth.
Follow Hwy. 400 North to Hwy. 93. Take Hwy. 93 north directly to Penetanguishene (Hwy 93 turns into Penetanguishene's main street). Take the main street to the bottom of the hill towards the water, turn right and follow the Blue Ship logos to Discovery Harbour.
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| Entrance to Discovery Harbour |
I have traveled to Discovery Harbour many times since I was a child. My family would travel around Ontario exploring the rich history that Ontario has to offer and Discovery Harbour was overflowing in stories from the past. Take your time and stop at the Base Commander's house or examine the cartographers quarters, it is truly a great way to learn the history of Upper Canada.
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| H.M.S Tecumseth |
Come for the day and soak up a little bit of British Naval culture. There is so much to do!
Discovery Harbour is operated by Huronia Historical Parks, and is an Attraction of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Culture. For more information about Discovery Harbour, check out http://www.discoveryharbour.on.ca/dh/en/Home/index.htm
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| Base Commander's House |
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