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Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre

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Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre

Step back in time as you board the grandest of vessels, the RMS Segwun steamship or Wenonah II for a breathtaking Muskoka lakes cruise.

Be sure to include a visit to the Muskoka Discovery Centre featuring insightful and entertainment exhibits! Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre is a registered charity and non-profit leader in preserving, promoting and celebrating the culture and heritage of Canada's Muskoka District. Our mission is to present dynamic, entertaining and educational experiences through our iconic steamships and th

e Muskoka Discovery Centre. The Discovery Centre is open all year round. Our ships - RMS Segwun and Wenonah II - sail from late May to mid October each year. You haven't truly experienced Muskoka, if you haven't sailed on one of our steamships!

12/09/2024

Thanks so much to Bonnie Boland for sharing this photo, probably taken around the year 2000, of Segwun and the Wanda III Steam Yacht!

12/09/2024

"Taken of me on board the Sagamo in 1955".
📷 thanks to Sybil Kinnear Virball

12/09/2024

Sagamo at Natural Park, 1947.
📷 thanks to Brian Westhouse.

12/09/2024

LAST DAY TO ENTER FOLKS! Winner announced tomorrow!!
🟧HERE'S your chance to WIN a 2 HOUR CRUISE for TWO GUESTS!🟧
👉👉To enter, simply LIKE & SHARE this post.👈👈
The lucky winner will be announced on December 10th.
Thanks very much for following our page!

12/08/2024

Thanks to Charles Pemberton for taking us back 30 years or so to the Segwun sailing through the Port Carling lock! ⏳

12/08/2024

Thanks to everyone who follows the Segwun's journey! ❤🐶
📷thanks to

12/08/2024

🚢MID-LAKE TRANSFERS🚢
DID YOU KNOW that each of the steamships had a specific route on the lakes and that passengers would transfer mid-lake to reroute to another destination?

12/07/2024

Is there anything more romantic than a Sunset Dinner Cruise aboard the RMS Segwun or Wenonah II? We really don't think so! ❤️
📷thanks to

12/07/2024

Thanks for always keeping us company out on the lakes! 🌊
📷thanks to

12/07/2024

In 1974, Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau officially re-launched Segwun and she embarked on her new career on the Muskoka lakes! After further restoration, Segwun began regular sailings on the Muskoka Lakes in 1981.

12/06/2024

Just an electric sky! 🩷💜
📷thanks to

12/06/2024

DID YOU KNOW that the Segwun cruise is recognized as one of our country's "Signature Experiences" by Destination Canada? 🏆🇨🇦
The Canadian Signature Experiences is a curated collection of unforgettable travel experiences sharing an extraordinary part of the country with international visitors.

12/06/2024

Greavette, Duke and Ditchburn are famous names in Canadian boat-building – and they all hail from the Muskoka region which, in the 1930s, was central to the wooden boat-building industry of the north American continent.
📷thanks to

12/05/2024

Soon enough, our grand ladies of the lake will be solidly encased in a bed of Lake Muskoka ice until the Spring thaw!
📷thanks to .wang.566

12/05/2024

🎁🎀 THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFTS! 🎀🎁
The Captain of Wenonah II invites you to purchase any two gift certificates valid for a sightseeing cruise (1 hour, 1.5 hour, 2.5 or 4 hour) aboard Wenonah and he will present you with a 3rd certificate at no charge! Your guests can enjoy their cruise anytime during the 2025 sailing season.
👉TO PURCHASE YOUR CERTIFICATES: BOOK ONLINE
👉https://realmuskoka.com/muskoka-steamships/schedule-tickets/
👉Choose your cruise type - 1, 1.5, 2.5 or 4 hour
👉Click to purchase 3 CERTIFICATES and use PROMO CODE: B2G1GC at checkout to receive the third certificate at no charge.
☎️Or contact the ticket office by phone at 1-866-687-6667

12/05/2024

Installing Segwun's new propellers in 1974.
📷thanks to Brian Westhouse.

12/05/2024

The RMS Segwun has always drawn a crowd! ❤️

12/04/2024

Dear Friends of the RMS Segwun,
RMS Segwun recently wrestled with Mother Nature, I am writing to make sure you know that once again she was a winner.
Last week Gravenhurst received a record snowfall that caused road closures, power outages and a state of emergency declared by our Mayor. A record 140 centimeters of snow fell over two days. Four and a half feet accumulated on our ships that totalled an estimated 60 tons on Segwun and 80 tons on Wenonah II. That weight caused Segwun to heel over toward the dock before staff and crews arrived to shovel her.
The outpouring of help and support in extreme conditions from the Town of Gravenhurst, the Fire Department, volunteers and the community was a reminder of how RMS Segwun is cherished by Muskoka and people throughout Canada. At 137 years old she is the oldest operating steamship in North America and 7th oldest in the world. She has been an icon for the Province of Ontario for a very long time and is synonymous with Muskoka.
The Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre’s (MSDC) mandate is to see RMS Segwun preserved for future generations to enjoy the unique experience of a Segwun cruise. We are developing plans to ensure that her legacy continues.
MSDC is just finalizing the restoration and electrification of 109 year old Wanda III so she can sail the Muskoka Lakes again in 2025 and be an example of sustainable heritage.
More than ever, we must celebrate our history to have a better view of our future.
John Miller
President
Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre
(Photos taken on December 1st and then again on December 2nd)

Address

185 Cherokee Lane (Muskoka Wharf)
Gravenhurst, ON
P1P1Z9

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm
Saturday	9am - 4:30pm
Sunday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18666876667

Website

https://realmuskoka.com/

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Videos

100-Mile Cruise

In 2012, the spectacular 100-Mile Cruise was recreated in celebration of Segwun’s 125th anniversary. This awe-inspiring, all day event featured Segwun and Wenonah II sailing together up to Lake Joseph and accompanied by over 100 antique & class boats!! What do you think? Should this breathtaking experience be brought back again?

Wenonah II High Tea

Experience High Tea in the Wenonah II's dining salon! Upgrade your 1.5 hour cruise with the addition of the high tea package and enjoy an authentic high tea service while cruising on beautiful Lake Muskoka! There are only a couple more weeks of cruises left, so book today! High tea can be booked online along with your cruise at www.realmuskoka.com or by calling 705-687-6667. #cruise #muskoka #hightea #lakemuskoka #muskokasteamships #fallcolourcruise

Wanda III out for testing as we work towards Transport Canada certification! The ship is looking great as she glides across Muskoka Bay with her new electric engines. Stay tuned for more updates on Wanda III: Steam to Green! #wandaIII #muskoka #steamtogreen #electricboat

After sailing out of Port Carling all week the Wenonah II is finally on her way back to her home port of Gravenhurst. Book your weekend cruise online at www.realmuskoka.com or call 1-866-687-6667 #MuskokaSteamships #MuskokaDiscoveryCentre #thingstodoinmuskoka #GravenhurstWharf #lakemuskoka #portcarling

CALLING ALL PIRATES! Join us on the last quest of the season on Lake Muskoka to find the hidden treasures this Sunday - September 1st! Book online or call to reserve your tickets for the last Captain Corbin adventure this season! Use code PIRATE20 to get 20% off regular priced tickets for adults, seniors and kids aged 3-12 - call or book online! #muskokasteamships #thingstodoinMuskoka #thingstodoinGravenhurst #WenonahII #piratecruise #MuskokaSteamships #MuskokaDiscoveryCentre #PirateShip

The first Wenonah Pirate cruise of the season! Standing room only. Face painting and Pirate Snacks to be had. Use your cruise discount (adults-$15, kids- free) to visit the award winning Muskoka Discovery Centre after the cruise. #MuskokaSteamships #MuskokaDiscoveryCentre #thingstodoinmuskoka #pirates #GravenhurstWharf #PirateShip #WenonahII #gravenhurst

Sip n’Sample is BACK! This Saturday, July 6th the evening cruise features the world famous Oyster Bay Wines . Come onboard to explore the world of wine or upgrade and add a 3-course meal to your cruise! Music onboard by the Mitch Beube and Jason Crawford. Tickets are limited — Book early. Don’t forget you can get discounted admission to @Muskoka Discovery Centre when you book a cruise. www.realmuskoka.com or call 1-866-687-6666 #MuskokaSteamships #sightseeingcruises #CruiseIntoSummer #WenonahII #MuskokaWharf #muskokasteamships #MuskokaDiscoveryCentre #cruise #sipandsample #thingstodoinmuskoka

Wanda III was out for testing as work continues on her restoration and electrification. Stay tuned to our social media and website for more information about Wanda's official relaunch and cruise schedule! www.realmuskoka.com #muskoka #wandaiii #steamtogreen #cruise #muskokadiscoverycentre

Wenonah II visiting 3 special docks on Lakes Rosseau for special cruises!

Did you know our ships can dock at many local resorts, ports of call, and even private cottages on the Muskoka Lakes? Check out this video where the Wenonah II cruised into 3 different docks in one day for special private charters! We visited Rosseau Lake College, Windermere, and the Muskoka Lakes Golf & Country Club on beautiful Lake Rosseau. Host your next special event with us, wether it be a wedding, corporate function, staff appreciaton, or any other celebration, and give your guests an experience they won't soon forget! www.realmuskoka.com or call 1-866-687-6667. #muskoka #muskokalakes #lakerosseau #cruise #privatecharter #wenonahii #steamships

One week until the Wenonah II cruise to Walkers Point for the Canada Day Fireworks display. Book Online or call 705-687-6667 www.realmuskoka.com #MuskokaSteamships #WenonaII #CanadaDayWeekendFireworks #cruises #walkerspointmarina