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Pelee Island Heritage Centre

Southwestern Ontario


Near West Dock, the small Pelee Island Heritage Centre has one of the best natural history collections in Ontario. Engrossing displays cover early indigenous to 20th-century history, geology, wildlife, industry, sailing and shipwrecks. Located across from the ferry dock, in what once was the town hall.


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1. Pelee Island Winery

0.56 MILES

Enjoy the fruits of island life, literally, with a visit to Pelee's winery. Regular 90-minute tours of the facilities, including tastings, are offered…

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5. Glacial Grooves

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6. Aquatic Visitors Center

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8. South Bass Island State Park

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