Lennox and Addington County Museum and Archives
Record #: KGN1637 | Last Full Update: 20 Dec 2018 |
Names | |
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Alternate Name | OCR |
Legal Name | Lennox and Addington County Museum and Archives |
Location & Accessibility | |
Site Location | Behind County Courthouse |
Located In Community | Napanee |
Address & Map | |
Intersection | Thomas St E and Adelphi St |
Physical Access | Partially Accessible - one gallery in old part of building non accessible to wheelchair |
Parking | Free parking |
Description and Services | |
Description (Service) | Displays on different aspects of the county's past * genealogical and archive reference facilities documenting local settlement and development * period covered: from the Loyalist migration in the late 18th century to present times * located in newly renovated county jail * Archive Reading Room in a modern 150th anniversary wing. * educational programs * exhibits * historical and genealogical research * special events : Tuesday Night at the Museum, Live at the Museum, Music in the Garden, Museum Kids * volunteer opportunities * selected rentals available * small bookshop specialized in local topics * courtyard and walled garden * Allan Macpherson House, historic house restored to the early 19th century, dedicated to pioneer living, offering special event programming at the House during July and August (building located in the old town - see separate record) |
Hours | Museum Exhibits and Archives Mon-Sat 10 am-5 pm except on statutory holidays * additional hours available for special events |
Areas Served | Lennox and Addington County |
Eligibility | No restrictions |
Application | Visit the website for more information |
Languages | English |
Fees | Program - fees vary by program ; Service - some services ; Admission - adults $3; seniors, students $2.50; children up to 12 years, free (2018) ; Method(s) of Payment Accepted - cash, cheque, credit, debit ; Annual passes available for adults and seniors |
Service Categories | Archives ; Museums |
Contact Information | |
Office Phone | 613-354-3027 |
museum@lennox-addington.on.ca | |
Website | www.countymuseum.ca |
Social Media | ![]() |
Primary Contact | Stephen Paul, Director, Community and Development Services; Email: spaul@lennox-addington.on.ca |
Alternate Contact | JoAnne Himmelman, Curator; Email: jhimmelman@lennox-addington.on.ca |
Primary Executive | Stephen Paul, Director, Community and Development Services |
Other Details | |
Established | 1976 |
Funding | Regional / Municipal ; Provincial ; Fees |
Resources | Website, Museum |