Our collection grows through the generous donations from our community. If you have items of significance to the Northern Bruce Peninsula that you would like to donate to the museum, we would love to hear from you. Detailed submissions help us understand the context and importance of each item, so please provide as much information as possible about the history, condition, and relevance of your items.
Contribute & Participate
Join Our Volunteer Team!
Looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer in Tobermory? Volunteers are at the heart of the Museum’s visitor experience, helping to preserve, share, and bring to life the stories of the Bruce Peninsula.
We welcome volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. Whether you’re passionate about local history, enjoy connecting with visitors, or are simply looking for a rewarding way to give back to your community, there’s a role for you at the Museum.
We’re a small but dedicated team, and every volunteer makes a real impact. From welcoming visitors to supporting programs and special events, your time and energy help ensure the Museum remains a vibrant and welcoming space for all.
The 2025 volunteer season runs from May 16 to October 11.
Be part of something special this summer—join us in sharing the stories that have shaped this place.
Ready to get started? Apply today!
Interested in Contributing to our Collection?
Whether you’re interested in donating a cherished artifact, loaning an item for an upcoming exhibit, or conducting research in our archives room, we have streamlined digital processes to make it easy for you to contribute to and participate in our museum’s mission.
What to Expect:
Initial Contact:
Individuals interested in gifting/lending items to St. Edmunds Bruce Peninsula Museum are requested to fill out the appropriate digital forms provided below.
Form Requirements:
- Photographs of the Item: Clear, high-quality images from multiple angles. The more detailed, the better.
- Description of the Item: Detailed information about the item’s history, condition, and relevance to the museum’s collection. Items must have significance to the Northern Bruce Peninsula to be considered.
- Dimensions and Care Requirements: Any necessary details about the item’s size, special handling, or care.
- Donor/Lender Information: Contact details of the donor for follow-up questions.
Review Process:
Submissions will be reviewed by the museum staff to assess their suitability for the museum’s collection. This assessment will consider the item’s condition, relevance, and the current collection needs.
The review process may take up to 4 weeks, during which time staff may contact the donor/lender for further information.
Decision and Physical Inspection:
If an item is considered potentially suitable, the donor/lender will be invited to bring the item to the museum for a physical inspection.
A final decision will be made post-inspection.
Acceptance or Rejection:
If Accepted: The donor will complete the final appropriate digital agreement form, and the item will be formally acquired.
If Denied: Donors/lenders will be informed politely and provided with reasons for non-acceptance.
Item Delivery:
Accepted items should be delivered to the museum by the donor at a mutually agreed time.
Ready to begin? Select one of the options below:
Wanting to gift us an artifact?
Interested in loaning us an artifact?
Please note: We generally discourage loans and do not often accept them unless they are for a temporary special exhibit. This ensures that we can properly care for and manage the items in our collection.
