The Simcoe County Museum will host its annual Earth Day programming on Sunday, April 19, 2026, inviting families and residents to explore the natural forces that power our planet. The event, held at the museum’s location at 1151 Highway 26 in Minesing, runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and focuses on the global theme, Our Power, Our Planet.
Organized by the County of Simcoe, the event offers hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and engaging facts about earth, sun, wind, and water. These activities are designed to help visitors of all ages learn how renewable energy sources can support a cleaner and more sustainable future. The programming aligns with the global EARTHDAY.ORG initiative, which emphasizes the role of daily community actions in driving environmental progress.
Admission for the day follows regular museum pricing. Adults (21-64) can enter for $8, while seniors (65+) and youth (12-20) are $6. Children (4-11) are $4, and admission is free for preschoolers and museum members. The museum is situated on 327 acres of forested parkland and has served as a local educational hub since moving to the site in 1962.
This event is part of the county’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship. The local government has previously launched a Corporate Climate Action Plan, which includes goals to reduce corporate greenhouse gas emissions by 44 percent below 2021 levels by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, the region is recognized for its environmental leadership, including its high ranking in solid waste diversion efforts and the management of the 33,000-acre Simcoe County Forest, which was named the Forest Capital of Canada in 2022 by the Canadian Institute of Forestry.
