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Discover Barrie’s rich history on this walking tour along the waterfront – visiting landmarks like the Southshore Centre and the Allandale GO Station. Hear about when ice was harvested from Lake Simcoe. Uncover the mystery of a sunken ship. And meet Kempenfelt Kelly — Barrie’s own lake monster. Registration required (only 15 people per tour). Hosted by Scary Company and Tourism Barrie.
Doors Open Barrie is supported by Creative Barrie, the cultural development branch of the Economic & Creative Development Department. This year, Doors Open Barrie is incorporated into the City’s Culture Days programming. When paired with Culture Days, it provides a unique opportunity to present free, hands-on arts activities in Doors Open sites, giving residents and visitors a chance to learn about Barrie’s arts, heritage and business community.
Discover Barrie’s rich history on this walking tour along the waterfront – visiting landmarks like the Southshore Centre and the Allandale GO Station. Hear about when ice was harvested from Lake Simcoe. Uncover the mystery of a sunken ship. And meet Kempenfelt Kelly — Barrie’s own lake monster. Registration required (only 15 people per tour). Hosted by Scary Company and Tourism Barrie.
Doors Open Barrie is supported by Creative Barrie, the cultural development branch of the Economic & Creative Development Department. This year, Doors Open Barrie is incorporated into the City’s Culture Days programming. When paired with Culture Days, it provides a unique opportunity to present free, hands-on arts activities in Doors Open sites, giving residents and visitors a chance to learn about Barrie’s arts, heritage and business community.