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Make memories with loved ones with light and joy through art, music, food, culture, and storytelling in a mix of free and ticketed activities.<\/p>\n<h2>Toronto History Museums: Illumination<\/h2>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> November 6, 2024 \u2014 January 5, 2025<br \/>\n<strong>Where:<\/strong> Throughout Toronto History Museums<br \/>\n<strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.toronto.ca\/explore-enjoy\/history-art-culture\/exhibits-events\/?categories=Museum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.toronto.ca<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Get festive with Christmas Events in the GTA <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/toronto\/category\/christmas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Toronto History Museums hosts events around Toronto with their cultural Illumination programs throughout the festive season. 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