TERRY FOX MEMORIAL AND LOOKOUT
1000 Highway 11/17, Thunder Bay, ON P7A 0A1 DIRECTIONS
Since 1982
Here’s The Deal:
Terry Fox Monument and Lookout is a bronze statue of nine-foot-high, set on a 45-ton granite base with a local amethyst frame, which commands a stunning view of Lake Superior. The Terry Fox monument, which depicts Fox, offers a panoramic view of Thunder Bay and its surroundings. It was built in remembrance of Terry Fox, the daring one-legged athlete who embarked on a cross country run for cancer research, "The Hope Marathon." The Visitors Information Centre has wheelchair accessible with washrooms, vending machines, picnic areas and payphones.
SPECIALTY:
Wheelchair Accessibility, Statues, Landmarks, Historical Site, Memorial, Panoramic View, Public Events, Washrooms, Provincial Tourist Information Centre, Pay Phone & Monument
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THUNDER BAY COMMUNITY AUDITORIUM
1 Paul Shaffer Drive, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6C7 DIRECTIONS
Since 1985
Here’s The Deal:
Thunder Bay Community Auditorium is an excellent 1,511 seat appearing arts center. The architects and designers have created a warm and intimate environment that is both technologically advanced and versatile. The Auditorium facility features a wide variety of state-of-the-art equipment, including a roof that can be lowered or raised and acoustic draperies which can adjust to modify the reverberance in the auditorium. The Community Auditorium hosts 150,000 patrons annually. It has eight dressing rooms, 52 lines, 2x 400 A 120 V/208 V electrical, three meeting rooms, a 450-person banquet capacity, and parking for 1000 vehicles. Additionally, Wireless, light-weight headsets are equipped in the auditorium. It is one of the greatest live performance halls.
SPECIALTY:
Rentals, Presentations, Concert Hall, Events, Conventions, Trade Shows, Conferences, Banquets, Banquet Capacity, Receptions, Socials, Meeting Rooms, Graduations, Performances, Exhibitions, Weddings & Auditorium
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THUNDER BAY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
425 Donald Street East, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 5V1 DIRECTIONS
Since 1908
Here’s The Deal:
The Thunder Bay History Museum is a landmark structure that once served as a police station and a courthouse. The Thunder Bay Museum provides six local, state and national heritage galleries to enjoy. Their mission is to preserve and interpret the history of Northwestern Ontario through lectures, publications, the erection of monuments and plaques, and the preservation of artifacts and documents. Visitors can enjoy on-the-floor permanent displays illustrating the early years of Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Their gallery features works done by local artists and craftspeople and a music gallery and military exhibit that can find on the third floor. Kids under 6 get free entry.
SPECIALTY:
Exhibitions, Summer Theme Camps, Special Events and Activities, Collections, Taste of History Dinner, Educational Programs, Victorian Tea, Recreational Programs for Kids, Presidents Reception, Birthday Parties, Walking Tours, Free Public Lectures, Historical Places, Classic Car Raffle & Facility Rentals