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Town in Ontario, Canada
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Penetanguishene (usually shortened to Penetang) is a town of about 9,000 (2016) in Simcoe County.
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The site of an 1812 fortress, this picturesque marine heritage site with 19 reconstructed buildings takes guests back to the 19th-century days of Royal Navy sail on scenic Penetanguishene Bay. Visitors can chat with friendly interpreters aboard the magnificent replica schooners HMS Tecumseth and HMS Bee. The site also features beautiful boardwalks, the waterside restaurant Captain Roberts' Table and historic grounds. Discovery Harbour is also home to the King's Wharf Theatre, which has a programme of popular plays and musicals every summer.
The history of one of Ontario's oldest communities. Visit the 1875 Lumber Office and General Store owned by late lumber baron and past mayor, Mr. Charles Beck.
A small wooden Anglican church built in 1836 to serve the military garrison and civilian population.
One of the most beautiful parts of Georgian Bay shore, with sand, cobble and boulder beaches in sheltered Methodist Point Bay. They are signs of a glaciated past.
Chinese restaurant.
Aboriginal/Metis products, and discount items.
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