Toronto Kids TV Reunion: Meet the Legends

Reunite with iconic kids TV hosts, hear behind-the-scenes stories, and get your retro merch signed.

About this Event

Join us for Toronto Kids TV Reunion: Meet the Legends, a special live event celebrating the shows that shaped generations of young viewers.

Meet your favourite TV characters and hosts from beloved series like Degrassi, Today’s Special, BookMice, Polka Dot Door, and The Elephant Show. Hear stories from behind the scenes, share what these characters meant to you, and get your retro merch signed.

Featuring appearances by Ed Conroy, Nina Keogh, Rex Hagon, Phil Guerrero, Patty Sullivan, Jamie Shannon, Colleen Lam, and Billy Parrot.

Pick up a copy of Ed Conroy’s ImagiNation and collect signatures from some of the most iconic personalities in Canadian children’s television.

Whether you grew up watching these shows or are discovering them for the first time, this is your chance to step back into the magic.

About the Exhibition

Mr. Dressup to Degrassi celebrates the golden age of Toronto’s children’s television. From 1952 to 1994, Toronto was home to groundbreaking programs that combined storytelling, innovation, and educational purpose.

The exhibition features iconic clips from beloved shows including Mr. Dressup, Today’s Special, The Friendly Giant, Polka Dot Door, and Degrassi, alongside original puppets, sets, costumes, and interactive stations. Create your own TV character, explore reimagined sets, and relax in retro “living rooms” as you revisit the shows that shaped a generation.

About Musem of Toronto

Founded in 2015, Museum of Toronto is a growing City Museum dedicated to exploring and sharing the diverse histories of the city. Museum of Toronto’s exhibitions, content, and experiences aim to inspire curiosity and foster deeper connections to our collective histories. With exhibition space at 401 Richmond Street West, partnerships with institutions across the city and a growing digital library of Toronto histories, Museum of Toronto offers a wide range of programming that is accessible to all.