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CITY'S HISTORY MUSEUMS ARE NOW ALL FREE ADMISSION

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Toronto did more than just proclaim May as Museum Month this year: it also announced that general admission to its 10 Toronto History Museums is now free — permanently.

The city does note that "some exhibitions and events may carry a charge where noted."

In a news release announcing the measure, the city said the free admission is one of a series of initiatives, kicked off in 2020, designed to improve accessibility to cultural spaces for the city's residents.

"Grounded in equity, anti-racism and anti-oppression, all 10 Toronto History Museums began to re-evaluate the stories they share, and the way they are shared, in order to create space for communities and impart knowledge," according the city news release.

The historic sites include Colborne Lodge, Fort York National Historic Site, Gibson House Museum, Mackenzie House, Market Gallery, Montgomery's Inn, Scarborough Museum, Spadina Museum,

Todmorden Mills and Zion Schoolhouse.

"Free general admission to Toronto History Museums ensures equity in programming, fair access to resources, full participation within City spaces, and equitable opportunities for participation for underserved and under-represented groups," said Mayor John Tory, in the news release.

More information on events and initiatives happening during History Month and throughout the year is available at www.toronto.ca/museums.

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