Thunder Bay’s Tourist “Pagoda” can rightfully claim its place in history as Canada’s oldest continuously operating tourist bureau. This Chinese-like structure dates back to 1909. Amongst its modern neighbours and overlooking Thunder Bay’s marina, the Pagoda has continued to greet visitors for more than a century. Additional information on the Pagoda can be found in the lessons section on the manual.
Climb aboard and adventure into the past on the Alexander Henry Museum Ship. This ice-breaking, buoy tending lighthouse supply ship that was built right here in Thunder Bay! Touch history and be guided on one of our interactive tours. The Alexander Henry can be found on Thunder Bay's waterfront at Pool Six at Prince Arthur's Landing
Located in a historic building, which once served as a Police Station and Court House, the Thunder Bay Museum offers visitors six galleries of local, regional and national heritage. Galleries include the first settlers, fur trade era, silver mining, shipping, and Thunder Bay through the centuries on the main floor, a rotating display on the 2nd floor, as well as military and music on the 3rd floor.
The Thunder Bay Art Gallery is the largest public gallery between Sault Ste. Marie and Winnipeg. The Gallery's Permanent Collection includes over 1600 works, the vast majority of which are traditional Woodland art, making it one of the most significant collections of Indigenous art in Canada. The Gallery presents more than 20 exhibitions by regional, national, and international artists every year.
Explore Northwest Ontario's rich aviation history including bush flying and WWII airplanes produced at Canada Car with an impressive collection of photos, memorabilia and personal stories preserved for those interested in either remembering or learning about adventurous times at the Northwestern Ontario Aviation Heritage Centre.
The Park is home to a nine-foot bronze statue, set on a 45-ton granite base with a foundation of local amethyst, with breathtaking view of Lake Superior, and a visitor information centre. The statue was originally erected across the highway in memory of Terry Fox, the courageous one-legged runner who embarked on a cross-country run for cancer research- the Marathon of Hope, but was moved to its current location on October 1993.
The Definitely Superior Art Gallery is located in Thunder Bay in Ontario’s Superior Country. The gallery presents up to 45 exhibitions, events and activities both in and outside of the gallery. The Die Active Collective has more than 780 artists within it and together produce many creative projects such as exhibitions, events, festivals, art and murals around the city.
The Ahnisnabae Art Gallery is located in Thunder Bay in Ontario’s Superior Country. The gallery features Indigenous artists in the region and all throughout Canada with a diverse array of styles represented. It is ran by Louise Thomas, wife of the renowned and influential First Nations artist Roy Thomas. He was famous for his colorful woodland aboriginal art that has a lasting influence on many artists to this day and the many that he mentored.
It is located about 75 Kilometers east of Thunder Bay Ontario in the Township of Dorion. The main season is from May (Victoria Day Weekend) to October (Thanksgiving Weekend). The campground has 50 sites, a dump station, a playground, and an unsupervised beach.
Our park is clean, quiet and friendly. A place to enjoy the trails, the beach and next-door restaurant, camp & liquor store.