Welcome to the birthplace of an international hero. During the early 20th century, Dr. Norman Bethune became a medical pioneer, an advocate for Canada’s universal health care system, and a Chinese cultural icon. Take a tour of Bethune Memorial House, a charming Victorian-era home set on a manicured property alongside an informative Visitor Centre, and immerse yourself in an incredible legacy of accomplishment that strengthens the bond between nations to this day.
Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site
Gravenhurst, Ontario
- Type
- House Museum/Homestead
- Address
- 235 John Street North, Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
Get directions - Hours
- https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/on/bethune
- Phone
- 705-687-4261
Amenities
- Family-Friendly
- Guided Tour
- National Historic Site
- Parking
- Parkland
- Washrooms
- Wheelchair Access
Location
235 John Street North, Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada
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