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MacLachlan Woodworking Museum
Kingston , Ontario Tourism Region: Eastern Ontario
The MacLachlan Woodworking Museum's mission is to cultivate and foster the appreciation and understanding of the role of wood and woodworking technology in the development of Canada.
About the Collections
Large collection of Canadian made woodworking tools and artifacts made by their use.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 8000
Decorative Arts
Furniture or Furnishings
Human History
Agriculture • Animal Husbandry • Furniture or Furnishings • Household Objects or Domestic Technology • Industrial Technology and History • Sports Equipment
• Other : Large public collection of Canadian-made woodworking planes
Services & Activities
Research Services
The MacLachlan Woodworking Museum conducts and encourages research, collection, preservation and interpretation of woodworking tools and artifacts made by their use.
Educational Programs
The Museum has 15 hands-on adult and educational modules. Many reflect the Ontario Curriculum Document requirements for grades 1-6, and new programs are underway for greades 7&8.
School Programs : Age 0-4 (Pre-School) : Age 5-11 (k-6) : Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP) : Age 18 and up (Post-Secondary) • Family Programs • Classes or Workshops • Demonstrations • Lectures
• Other : New adult interest workshops range from traditional fence building to fall photography.
Visitor Services
Located at scenic, 50 acre, Grass Creek Park with picnic and sandy beach.
Bilingual Services • Films and Videos • Guided Tours : English : French • Children's Activities or Services : Playground • Meeting Room Rental • Nature Trails, Walks or Gardens • Parking Facilities : Free : Bus • Gift shop • Special Needs Facilities : Parking : Washrooms : Wheelchair access • Cloakroom • Washrooms
• Other : Heritage herb gardens.
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available • Volunteer Training Offered
Number of volunteers: 28
Activities: Advisory committee, eduational progams, special events, construction projects, visitor orientation
Member Privileges
Depends on level - newsletter; discounts (gift shop, programs, admission); private tours of vault; wood membership cards
Food Services
Snack Bar or Vending Machines • Picnic Area
Publications & Products
Guide to Canadian Plane Makers & Hardware Dealers, 2nd Ed.
Museum Guide • Postcards • Newsletters • Brochures • Books • Annual Reports • T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps • Commemorative Souvenirs
Hours & Admission
Operation: Seasonal
School and group tours available year-round by appointment. Adult interest courses now offered. Special events throughout the summer including demonstrations and hands-on activities.
Open: Peak season: Open daily 10-5 p.m.
Shoulder season: Open Wed-Sun, 12-4pm
Winter: By appointment
Admission: Charged
Adults $3.75; Seniors/Students $3.00; Children $1.00; Family $8.50. Complimentary admission to CMA and OMA members.
Discounts: Seniors • Students • Groups • CMA members
Address
MacLachlan Woodworking Museum
2993 Hwy#2 East, Kingston, Ontario
K7L 4V1
Telephone: 613-542-0543
Fax: 613-547-5968
E-mail: mwmuseum@city.kingston.on.ca
Mailing Address:
MacLachlan Woodworking Museum
c/o 216 Ontario Street , Kingston , Ontario
K7L 2Z3
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Last updated: 2007 08 21
About the Collections
Large collection of Canadian made woodworking tools and artifacts made by their use.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 8000
Decorative Arts
Furniture or Furnishings
Human History
Agriculture • Animal Husbandry • Furniture or Furnishings • Household Objects or Domestic Technology • Industrial Technology and History • Sports Equipment
• Other : Large public collection of Canadian-made woodworking planes
Services & Activities
Research Services
The MacLachlan Woodworking Museum conducts and encourages research, collection, preservation and interpretation of woodworking tools and artifacts made by their use.
Educational Programs
The Museum has 15 hands-on adult and educational modules. Many reflect the Ontario Curriculum Document requirements for grades 1-6, and new programs are underway for greades 7&8.
School Programs : Age 0-4 (Pre-School) : Age 5-11 (k-6) : Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP) : Age 18 and up (Post-Secondary) • Family Programs • Classes or Workshops • Demonstrations • Lectures
• Other : New adult interest workshops range from traditional fence building to fall photography.
Visitor Services
Located at scenic, 50 acre, Grass Creek Park with picnic and sandy beach.
Bilingual Services • Films and Videos • Guided Tours : English : French • Children's Activities or Services : Playground • Meeting Room Rental • Nature Trails, Walks or Gardens • Parking Facilities : Free : Bus • Gift shop • Special Needs Facilities : Parking : Washrooms : Wheelchair access • Cloakroom • Washrooms
• Other : Heritage herb gardens.
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available • Volunteer Training Offered
Number of volunteers: 28
Activities: Advisory committee, eduational progams, special events, construction projects, visitor orientation
Member Privileges
Depends on level - newsletter; discounts (gift shop, programs, admission); private tours of vault; wood membership cards
Food Services
Snack Bar or Vending Machines • Picnic Area
Publications & Products
Guide to Canadian Plane Makers & Hardware Dealers, 2nd Ed.
Museum Guide • Postcards • Newsletters • Brochures • Books • Annual Reports • T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps • Commemorative Souvenirs
Hours & Admission
Operation: Seasonal
School and group tours available year-round by appointment. Adult interest courses now offered. Special events throughout the summer including demonstrations and hands-on activities.
Open: Peak season: Open daily 10-5 p.m.
Shoulder season: Open Wed-Sun, 12-4pm
Winter: By appointment
Admission: Charged
Adults $3.75; Seniors/Students $3.00; Children $1.00; Family $8.50. Complimentary admission to CMA and OMA members.
Discounts: Seniors • Students • Groups • CMA members
Address
MacLachlan Woodworking Museum
2993 Hwy#2 East, Kingston, Ontario
K7L 4V1
Telephone: 613-542-0543
Fax: 613-547-5968
E-mail: mwmuseum@city.kingston.on.ca
Mailing Address:
MacLachlan Woodworking Museum
c/o 216 Ontario Street , Kingston , Ontario
K7L 2Z3
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Last updated: 2007 08 21
Last update:
2008 11 24 Important
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