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Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, Cultural and Heritage Services Branch, Arts and Heritage Development Unit, Billings Estate National Historic Site
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Record #: OCR1939 Last Modified: 14 Jan 2013 Last Full Update: 14 Jan 2013
Description and Services
HoursOffice hours Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm 
Museum hours Wed-Sun 11 am-5 pm, second Sun in May until end of October. 
Tea-on-the-Lawn hours Wed-Fri * Sun 11 am-4 pm, second Sun in May through last Sun in August, reservations are strongly recommended.
DescriptionExperience an Ottawa landmark! Visit this architecturally unique house, built 1827-1829, and discover the story of one of Ottawa's founding families. Family heirlooms and household furnishings are among the many artifacts that help to tell the stories of the Billings family and surrounding community, over a period of four generations. The grounds feature several outbuildings, colourful flower beds, and a historic cemetery. Don't forget to ask about our famous tea-on-the-lawn. 
 
Education Programs: The Museum is pleased to be offer a variety of school programs to K-8 classes * Informal education classes happen throughout the year. 
 
Facilities rentals: Meeting facilities and the grounds are available for rentals.
EligibilityNo restrictions
ApplicationGroup bookings and school tours may be arranged * Advance booking is required.
FeesService - Rental fees for meeting rooms and the grounds are available upon request. ; Admission - Adults $6; Seniors $5; Children $3.50; Families $15; Children under the age of 5 are admitted for free. ; Special event fees may apply * please contact the museum for details.
Languages of ServiceEnglish ; French
Areas ServedOttawa (City of)
Contact Information
Office Phone613-247-4830
TDD/TTY Phone613-580-2401
Toll Free Phone1-866-261-9799
After Hours Phone3-1-1 * 613-580-2400
Fax613-247-4832
E-mailmuseums@ottawa.ca
Websitewww.ottawa.ca/museums
Primary ContactBrahm Lewandowski, Museum Administrator; Phone: 613-247-4830 ext 222; Email: Brahm.lewandowski@ottawa.ca
Alternate ContactAshley Moores, Education/Interpretation Programs Officer; Phone: 613-580-2424 ext 221
Volunteer CoordinatorDanièle Hamonic, Volunteer Programme Development Coordinator; Phone: 613-580-2424 ext 19042
Primary ExecutiveDebbie Hill, Cultural Services Manager; Phone: 613-580-2424 ext 24396
Alternate ExecutiveLaura Peters, Program Manager; Phone: 613-580-2424 ext 23165
Names
Former NameBillings Estate Museum
Location & Accessibility
Address2100 Cabot St
Ottawa, ON K1H 6K1
 
Google Map
IntersectionRiverside Dr and Pleasant Park Rd
Located In CommunityOttawa
Bus Route NotesOC Transpo OC Travel Planner or OC Bus Schedules
ParkingFree parking
AccessibilityPartially Accessible - Wheelchair accessible on main floor
Other Details
SubjectsCharitable status ; Children ; Meeting facilities ; Municipal government ; Museums ; Tourism
AccreditationNo
ResourcesWebsite
EstablishedNew City of Ottawa: 2000; Programme: 1975
ElectionsCity Council is elected.
FundingCity / Town ; Fundraising ; Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 890361249 RR0001 (Friends of Billings Estate Museum) ; Fees