The Town of Collingwood shared its rich history with visitors and town residents on Saturday and Sunday September 29th and 30th during Doors Open Collingwood. The doors were open to some of Collingwood's finest heritage, cultural and natural sites including the Collingwood Town hall, churches, our museum, downtown stores, art galleries, restaurants and coffee shops and the waterfront/harbour region. Visitors were welcome to tour the various locations at their leisure and were encouraged to talk to the many local historians to learn more about Collingwood's proud past. In addition, guided walking tours were offered to take visitors along the streets of Collingwood to view some of the town's grand homes and churches. You may have seen Charlie Chaplin wandering throughout the streets of Historic Downtown Collingwood. World Class Mime Artist Michael Carl O'Neil entertained everyone, returning for another visit to Doors Open Collingwood. The weather was perfect for those who decided to join the Bruce Trail Association for a hike along Blue Mountain. The views from the top of the Niagara Escarpment and early fall colours were magnificent. Many enjoyed viewing Collingwood, the lighthouse and the Niagara Escarpment from a unique vantage point by taking part in a Summer Bound Harbour Tour. The Collingwood Downtown Farmer's Market was a popular attraction on Saturday September 29th.

Doors Open Ontario was launched in 2002. Since that time, nearly two million visits have been made to heritage sites participating in this exciting initiative. In 2007, hundreds of communities participated in over 40 events across the province, with Doors Open Collingwood being one of the more popular destinations.

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