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Celebrate Earth Day at the Simcoe County Museum
April 16, 2026 · 0 Comments
By Brian Lockhart
The first Earth Day was held on April 22, 1970, when activists called on people to join a grassroots demonstration.
In response to dangerously serious issues such as toxic drinking water, air pollution, and the effects of pesticides, an impressive 20 million people ventured outdoors to protest together.
Earth Day has become a day to recognize the balance of nature and to respect and take care of the planet.
You can celebrate Earth Day at the Simcoe County Museum and explore the incredible forces that power the planet, earth, sun, wind, and water.
This year’s theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” invites visitors of all ages to discover how renewable energy can help create a cleaner, more sustainable future.
From hands-on experiments to engaging facts and demonstrations, guests will learn how natural energy sources can reduce our carbon footprint and inspire new ways of thinking about power.
Whether you’re curious about solar energy, fascinated by wind power, or interested in how water and the earth itself generate energy, there’s something for everyone to explore.
Earth Day at the Simcoe County Museum will take place on Sunday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission is $8 for adults (21-64), $6 for seniors (65+), $6 for youth (12-20), and $4 for children (4-11). Admission is free for preschoolers and museum members
For more details, visit www.museum.simcoe.ca.
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