10,000 years of Indigenous presence, the arrival of settlers, and the figures who shaped the region’s identity. A place you thought you knew, seen differently.
Your morning starts at Parks Canada’s Bethune Memorial House with a group guided tour through the birthplace of Dr. Norman Bethune. Your afternoon continues at the Muskoka Discovery Centre with a Knowledge Keeper-led journey through Misko-Aki: Confluence of Cultures. Two guided experiences. One full day. Full admission to both sites included.
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Package Includes:
Guided Tour — Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site, Parks Canada: Your guide welcomes the group with a traditional Chinese tea ceremony before leading you through the exhibits, artifacts, and restored Victorian birthplace of Dr. Norman Bethune, one of Canada’s most remarkable and controversial figures. Be inspired by Bethune’s humanitarian spirit, reflecting the profound effect of one man’s quest for social justice and the greater good of mankind.
Guided Tour — Misko-Aki: Confluence of Cultures, Muskoka Discovery Centre: Guests who take part in a guided tour of Misko-Aki: Confluence of Cultures can expect a deeply personal and meaningful experience, led by an Indigenous Knowledge Keeper. These tours offer far more than an overview of the exhibit—they provide an opportunity to engage directly with living knowledge, shared through story, experience, and cultural perspective.
Through the tour, guests are guided on a journey that explores the deep and enduring relationship between the Anishinaabeg and the Muskoka region. Rather than focusing solely on historical timelines, the experience emphasizes connection to land, language, and tradition. Visitors gain insight into how knowledge is passed from generation to generation, the significance of cultural practices, and the importance of viewing history as something that is still alive today.
A key takeaway for many guests is a broader understanding of Indigenous worldviews—particularly the values of respect, reciprocity, and stewardship. The Knowledge Keeper helps contextualize the exhibit in a way that encourages reflection, inviting visitors to consider their own relationship with the land and their role in caring for it. Guests often leave with a deeper appreciation for the richness and resilience of Indigenous cultures, as well as a more thoughtful awareness of the ongoing journey of reconciliation.
Each tour is shaped by the voice and lived experience of the Knowledge Keeper leading it. Their storytelling brings authenticity and depth, creating space for dialogue and, when appropriate, questions. This makes every tour unique, grounded not only in the exhibit itself but in the personal teachings and perspectives shared in the moment. Ultimately, the Misko-Aki guided tour offers guests something truly special: the chance to listen, learn, and connect in a way that is respectful, immersive, and lasting.
Language All tours are conducted in English. The Bethune Memorial House guided tour is also available in French and Mandarin Chinese by request — please contact us in advance to arrange.
Adult $88 per person
Senior $86 per person
Youth (17 and under) $75 per person
All prices are in Canadian dollars and include taxes and booking fees.
Thursdays and Sundays, May 17 – June 14, 2026 – 9 dates total. Limited spots — book early.
Your Day
9:45 AM – Bethune Memorial House – group guided tour (90 min – 2 hours)
11:15 AM – Free time in downtown Gravenhurst
1:30 PM – Muskoka Discovery Centre – Misok-Aki-guided tour (90 min)
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A minimum of 10 guests is required for the tour to run.
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Photo credits:
Muskoka Discovery Centre — Sean Rees
Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site — Parks Canada