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Niagara’s Guinness World Records Museum Has Closed Forever & So Many Items Are For Sale

You can buy a record-breaking pinball machine & more!
Niagara’s Guinness World Records Museum Has Closed Forever & So Many Items Are For Sale
George Kroll | Dreamstime.com
Lead Writer, Travel

You can actually own some record-breaking items thanks to the Guinness World Records Museum auction.

The museum, which has been a Niagara landmark since 1978, permanently closed on September 7, 2020.

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February 12, 2021 Auction takes place

The venue is now selling items online through Ripley Auctions, and you can browse the catalogue and begin bidding on January 22, 2021.

Museum memorabilia such as artifacts, exhibits, sculpted characters, and more will be available to bid for.

You have the chance to own a tiny bicycle which was once one of the smallest in the world, or the machine that holds the record for the world's largest pinball game.

There are even some iconic Canadian items available, such as a 42-inch-tall Gordie Howe sculpted caricature.

Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky's jersey, puck, stick, and more will also be listed.

Keep an eye on the website to see when the Online Catalogue goes live and to place your bids.

Guinness World Records Museum Auction

Price: Free

When: February 12, 2021, bidding starts January 22, 2021

Where: Online

Why You Need To Go: Bid for some remarkable memorabilia from the Guinness World Records Museum.

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    • Madeline Forsyth

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      Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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