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.
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Looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer in Tobermory? Our volunteers are at the heart of the Museum’s visitor experience — helping to preserve and share the stories of the Bruce Peninsula.
We welcome volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you're passionate about local history, enjoy meeting new people, or want to give back to your community, there’s a place for you here.
We’re a small but passionate team, and your time and energy make a big impact.
Our 2025 season runs from May 17 to October 12.
Be part of something special this summer — join us in sharing the stories that shaped this place.
Ready to get started? Fill out our Volunteer Application Form here.
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
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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 three weeks, during which time staff may contact the donor/lender for further information.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Item Delivery:
Accepted items should be delivered to the museum by the donor at a mutually agreed time.
Ready to begin? Select a form from 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.
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