Fort Frances Attractions
Fort Frances, on the shores of Rainy Lake, is small town south of Kenora, located along the Canada / USA border. A Bass Fishing Tournament held annually at the end of July brings in fisherman from across the continent. Another annual celebration, the Fun in the Sun Festival, takes place during the week leading up to July first. Other attractions include an historical fort with lookout tower, and a historical museum housed in what was once a public school house, built in 1898.
Abitibi-Consolidated Inc. Pulp and Paper Mill Tours
Guided tours of the Abitibi-Consolidated Inc. Pulp and Paper Mill in Fort Francesl include a demonstration of each step in the paper making process. The tours are only offered during the summer months.
Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre
The Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre is housed in a school house built in 1898, one of the town's oldest buildings. Exhibits include photographs and artifacts highlighting area history from early native life to industrial development.
Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre
259 Scott Street
Fort Frances, ON P9A1G8
Canada
259 Scott Street
Fort Frances, ON P9A1G8
Canada
Phone 1 (807) 274-7891
Fax 1 (807) 274-4103
Hours
May 24 to September 5
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
September 1 to May 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
