Preserve what we have gained, come visit the North Lanark Regional Museum at Appleton, Ontario.

Open Wednesday through to Sunday, plus Holiday Mondays 
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.    May 24th weekend to Thanksgiving weekend

Address: 647 River Road, Appleton, Ont.
Mailing Address: Box 218, Almonte, Ont.
Phone Number: (613) 257-8503

GOULBOURN MUSEUM AND HISTORY CENTRE   

Goulbourn was first settled in 1818 by members of the 100th Regiment of Foot,
a British regular army unit which had fought in the War of 1812-1814.
Museum exhibits chronicle Goulbourn's pioneer and military heritage.
Historical descriptions of the various local communities and photographs are
displayed throughout the Museum.
A History Centre offers research facilities for genealogy and local history
enthusiasts.

The Museum is open year round
Tuesday through Friday and Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

The Museum is located at Stanley Corners, just south of Stittsville
2064 Huntley Road (intersection of Huntley and Flewellyn Rds.)
Phone 613 831-2393

EMAIL:  goulbmus@rogers.com   

WEBSITE:  http://www.goulbournmuseum.ca

 

ARNPRIOR AND DISTRICT

Arnprior and area is rich in history from the fur trading days when Indians had encampments here during the Champlain era, through the colourful lore of the McNab era when, in 1825, the rugged and courageous Scottish Laird, Archibald McNab, brought eighty settlers to the area from Scotland; Arnprior and District's greatest claim to historical fame was the lumbering era operated by the McLachlin and Gillies families. The Museum has recorded these eras with documents, artifacts, lumbering tools, fashion, home furnishings, maps and books.
Open mid June to mid September,
Tuesday to Friday - 12:00 to 5:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday - 1:00 to 4:00 pm
CLOSED on Mondays.
35 Madawaska Street,
Arnprior, Ontario,
Canada. K7S 1R6
Phone: (813) 623-4902    Fax: (613) 623-8901

WEBSITE:      http://www.arnprior.ca/Museum.htm

MILL OF KINTAIL

Opened as a grist mill in 1830, the museum building was restored 100 years later as a summer home and studio by Robert Tait McKenzie. The museum features over 70 of his sculptures and his household furnishings. The museum is situated beside Indian River, surrounded by the trails and picnic areas of the Mill of Kintail Conservation Area. Located 8 km north of Almonte, off Hwy. 15.
Mill of Kintail Conservation Area,
RR #1, Almonte, ON,
Canada. K0A 1A0.
Phone: (613) 256-3610

WEBSITE:     http://www.millofkintail.com

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY

Located on the banks of the Mississippi River, this museum is in the former Rosamond Textile Mill. The museum features the 19th century beginning of Canada's woollen manufacturing industry, period offices and exhibits highlighting the woollen industry to modern times. Unique gifts are available in the attractive gift shop.
3 Rosamond St. East,
Almonte, ON,
Canada. K0A 1A0.
Phone: (613) 256-3754

WEBSITE:     http://www.textilemuseum.mississippimills.com/

A two storey heritage designated stone building erected as the original Carleton Place Town Hall in 1872 and later converted into a schoolhouse; recently enhanced by authentic Victorian gardens. Yearly exhibits draw from a collection of 10,000 artifacts reflecting local history and education. Located 2 blocks east of Bridge St. on the North side of the Mississippi River in Carleton Place.
267 Edmond St.,
Carleton Place, ON,
Canada. K7C 3E8.
Phone: (613) 253-7013

WEBSITE:     www.victoriaschoolmuseum.com

THE PERTH MUSEUM

Matheson House is a nationally designated stone house ca. 1840. Four Victorian period rooms and enclosed garden give an intimate glimpse of the lifestyle of a well to do family. Changing exhibitions in two galleries plus permanent exhibitions, for example: Last Duel pistols and sample Mammoth Cheese. Located in downtown Perth with parking at rear. Air conditioned.
Check the Perth Museum website for the latest schedule of events and displays.
Open year-round, Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm.
Open Sundays after the May 24 holiday weekend from 1-4 pm through the summer.
11 Gore St. East,
Perth, ON,
K7H 1H4. Canada.
Phone: (613) 267-1947

Houses a collection of tools, clothing and artifacts collected from the Lanark area pioneer homes as well as a collection of Canadiana books. Located on Hwy. 511 on Lanark's main street.
80 George St.,
Lanark, ON,
Canada. K0G 1K0.
Phone: (613) 259-5350

Located in the former Canadian Northern railway station built in 1914. A large elegant brick and stone structure with high ceilings and impressive plaster and wood trim. The station, heritage artifacts and rolling stock are still undergoing restoration. A national historic site, the museum features railway artifacts, archival materials, memorabilia, a library and rolling stock equipment.
90 William St. W.,
Box 962, Smiths Falls, ON,
Canada. K7A 5A5.
Phone (613) 283-5696

WEBSITE:     http://www.sfrmeo.ca/

Offering five floors of a unique blend of historic displays, artifacts and modern technology. Along with images tracing the building and evolution of this historic waterway the museum supplies informative mini-theaters, user friendly computers, a 15 minute narrated slide presentation; and the latest addition, a seven diorama Tunnel of History.
34 Beckwith St. South,
Smiths Falls, ON,
Canada. K7A 2A8.
Phone: (613) 284-0505

WEBSITE:     http://www.rideau-info.com/museum/

This elegant classically styled house is restored to ca. 1867 and features: 7 Victorian rooms, a two-storey privy, an indoor bake oven, "mirror image" facades, exhibition gallery, heritage gardens, picnic area and gift shop.
Old Slys Road,
Smiths Falls, ON,
Canada. K7A 4T6.
(adjacent to Old Slys Lockstation, Rideau Canal)
Phone: (613) 283-8560

WEBSITE:     http://www.smithsfalls.ca/heritagehouse/

Originally planned as part of its defense system, this is the largest blockhouse on the Rideau Canal. Now a museum containing artifacts of the blockhouse and social environment of a rural community in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Phone: (613) 269-3614

DR. JAMES NAISMITH BASKETBALL FOUNDATION

We are in the throes of creating a Canadian shrine to recognize the outstanding gentleman, clergyman, medical doctor, teacher, coach and sportsman; Dr. James Naismith, inventor of basketball. We recently acquired land at his birthplace in Ramsay township, two miles north of Almonte, ON, where we shall build a worthy centre in his honour. Watch and help us grow.
Naismith Foundation,
Box 1991, Almonte, ON,
Canada. K0A 1A0.
Phone: (613) 256-0492

WEBSITE:     http://www.naismithmuseum.com/naismith_aboutus/main_aboutus.htm

Artifacts from days gone by wait to be enjoyed in every corner of this 1861 two storey stone school house. Research family history or step into the past. Located on County Road #16, Middleville, ON.
Phone: (613) 259-5462

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You also might like to check the OMA Directory of Ontario Museums which has all Ontario museums listed alphabetically by name, region and type.

          Renfrew County Museums are listed at Renfrew County GenWeb : Museums

           Many of the museums listed below are open only during the summer. To avoid disappointment, please visit their website or call them before you plan your visit.

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