Canada's Penitentiary Museum, an acclaimed institution, is exclusively dedicated to the preservation and elucidation of the historical legacy of federal penitentiaries. Housed within the former Warden's quarters of Kingston Penitentiary, a testament to Kingston's renowned limestone architecture, the museum has earned recognition for its contributions to the field. Notably, it offers comprehensive institutional histories encompassing all Canadian federal penitentiaries, delving into intricate details of penitentiary operations, customs, practices, and descriptions. Attracting over 50,000 visitors annually, the museum's allure lies in its captivating portrayal of the past. The volunteer group known as the "Friends of the Penitentiary Museum" passionately commits to preserving and interpreting this enthralling history for generations to come.
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• Award-Winning Museum
• Ample Parking
• Volunteer Services.
Best Places To See in Kingston
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CANADA'S PENITENTIARY MUSEUM REVIEWS
Excellent museum and great value for a by-donation entrance. A good balance between the little-known history of Canada’s corrections system, and exhibits that humanize the inmates and focus on their daily lives. It was also great to chat with the former corrections officer who now volunteers with the museum. He had many interesting and valuable insights. We particularly enjoyed the section of inmate’s art, the level of talent was incredible. Thank you to the inmates for loaning their art to the museum.
We were greeted by this beautiful person! A lot to read and learn as you walk around! They have all the various tools and equipments that were previously used at the prison. I would recommend visiting.
This is nice museum just across Kingston Pen. Entry is by donation so you can’t go wrong. They have six rooms with various exhibits related to Canadian prison history.
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The PumpHouse Museum, housed within a 19th-century pumping station, is a captivating blend of history, science, and technology, featuring a dynamic discovery center. Nestled in Kingston's original waterworks and pumping station, this museum showcases a rotating array of exhibits each season, offering visitors a fascinating journey through time. This remarkable site, one of Canada's earliest waterworks, once harnessed steam-powered pumps to provide Kingston with its first hot water supply. Notably, only six similarly well-preserved water pumping stations are found throughout North America. The museum's layout includes convenient low-incline ramps facilitating transitions between different spaces within the site. The narrative of the PumpHouse Museum's history not only traces the evolution of its infrastructure but also underscores its role as a living museum. Furthermore, the museum offers engaging outdoor group walking tours, private children's education programs, and guided museum tours indoors, ensuring a diverse range of educational experiences for all visitors.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Cancellations & Refunds
• Accessible Parking
• Welcome Service Animals
• Sensory Friendly Support.
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$Price:
Youth (15-24 Years) & Seniors (65+ Years) $5.93
Adult $7.21
Family (Max 2 Adults and their children/youth) $20.62
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Sun & Mon: Closed
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PUMPHOUSE MUSEUM REVIEWS
Been coming here for the past few months since we've moved to Port Credit. Food and atmosphere is wonderful and as always Crystal is beyond one of their best servers... she goes so above and beyond with customers and engages all her tables. Super friendly and charismatic young woman. I'll be honest when I say we came back and were pleasantly surprised to learn she was serving us again.... the food as always was great.
Excellent museum on the waterfront. We learned a lot about the Kingston waterfront. Staff was very knowledgeable and well spoken. The Brewers, bakers, and boilermakers tour was excellent. Oh, and they have the original train set from the Friendly Giant.
Not a big museum, but neat to see with the giant steam pumps and my model railroads, including the one from the opening scenes of The Friendly Giant! Staff were very helpful and even available to give a tour.
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The Military Communications and Electronics Museum is a dedicated institution that showcases the rich history of military communications in Canada. Situated in Kingston, it stands as a must-visit attraction, boasting an expansive gallery space spanning over twenty thousand square feet. Here, the museum not only recounts the compelling narratives of past and present members of the Military Communications and Electronics Branch but also pays homage to the Royal Canadian Electronic and Mechanical Engineers. To maintain the integrity of its mission, the museum selectively adds objects to its collection that align with its mandate. This impressive collection encompasses military artifacts and archival materials intricately linked to the Military Communications and Electronics Branch and its predecessors. The museum's ongoing operations are made possible through the generous support of CFB Kingston and the Department of National Defence, which provide yearly grants.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Washroom facilities
• Walkers
• Wheelchair accessible.
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$Price:
Adults (18+) $8.85 +tax
Seniors (65+) $6.64 +tax
Students with valid ID $6.64 +tax
Youth (6- 17) $4.43 +tax
Family (2 Adults and 3 children) $22.12+tax
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Sat & Sun: Closed
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MILITARY COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS MUSEUM REVIEWS
I happened to be in Kingston and dropped by this amazing museum. Very informative and interesting displays. Unlike the Ottawa Museum, here you feel a sense of pride and service and in telling their story. If you enjoy military history it is well worth the visit. A real Gem for sure! I was over an hour and could have used another.
I gave it 5 stars even though it was closed the day we were there. Seems like it should be interesting to any signals person.
One of the most interesting places to visit in Kingston, learning stories about how Canadian military made history in communications. The museum is huge, enough for about an hour of tour, and there's a kit shop inside.
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