The recently re-scheduled Town of Parry Sound Holiday Parade is happening Saturday, December 7th beginning at 2pm. Bay street will be closed at 2pm for the parade route, with the parade ending in our parking lot. Due to limited facility access, the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame will close at 2pm and visitors should plan… Read more »
Hall of Fame Inductee Peter Conacher Passes
The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame was saddened to learn of the passing of Class of 2010 Inductee Peter Conacher on October 20th in his 93rd year. Our sincerest condolences to his friends and family. https://obituaries.parrysound.com/obituary/charles-pete-william-conacher-1091767232
Regular Hours Resume
Thank you to everyone who visited us this summer at the re-designed Bobby Orr Hall of Fame! As kids are gearing up for back to school, we’re switching back to our regular hours. Labour Day weekend we will be open Friday & Saturday from 10-5 and closed Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. When we re-open on… Read more »
Employment Opportunity – Fundraising & Sponsorship Coordinator (one-year contract/maternity leave cover)
Located amidst the 30,000 islands of Georgian Bay and a 2.5 hour-drive north of Toronto, the Town of Parry Sound offers an exceptional quality of life. Join us as our Fundraising & Sponsorship Coordinator at the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame in this full-time, one-year contract position. The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame shares a… Read more »
Employment Opportunity – Curatorial & Collections Intern
Located amidst the 30,000 islands of Georgian Bay and a 2.5 hour-drive north of Toronto, the Town of Parry Sound offers an exceptional quality of life. Join us as our Curatorial & Collections Intern at the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame in this full-time, one-year contract position. The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame shares a… Read more »
Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Re-Opens May 20
The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame will re-open to the public following a complete renovation of the museum and a brand-new exhibition. This is a soft opening, visitors can expect a few exhibits to still be in development prior to the grand re-opening later this summer.
Hall of Fame Inductee Jim MacDonald Passes
The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame is saddened to learn of the passing of James Peter (aka “J.P.” or “Jim”) MacDonald. Mr. MacDonald was inducted in 2012 as a member of the 1961/62 Bantam All Stars. He passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at the Hanover and District Hospital in his 76th year. https://www.mightonfuneralhome.ca/obituaries/2734/James-MacDonald
Concept Design for New Exhibition Unveiled
At their September 9th meeting, Council for the Town of Parry Sound approved the concept design for the new Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Exhibition! Watch the design presentation here (starts at 49:50) and see the full concept below.
Employment Opportunity – Curatorial & Collections Intern
Curatorial & Collections Intern – Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Located amidst the 30,000 islands of Georgian Bay and a 2.5 hour-drive north of Toronto, the Town of Parry Sound offers an exceptional quality of life. Join us as our Curatorial & Collections Intern at the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame in this full-time one-year… Read more »
Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Receives Funding from FedNor for Re-development of Permanent Exhibition
The Town of Parry Sound is thrilled to announce that the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame will be receiving a grant of $494,250 from the federal Tourism Recovery Fund administered by FedNor. The funding will cover 75% of the total costs of completely re-designing the permanent exhibition at the Hall of Fame. The Bobby Orr… Read more »
