King Museum Events & Activities
The King Township Museum is in a village setting with the King Christian Church c.1851 and King Station c. 1852, and is home to many important artifacts and documents from early settlers and settlements of King. The museum makes it possible for visitors to view a glimpse into the history of one Ontario community, which like so many, is the fabric of our collective past - located at 2920 King Rd, King Township, Ontario, 905-833-2331 or email King Museum for more information on Activities and Events including Heritage Tours and the Summer Concert Series. The King Township Museum is committed to instructing children in history and heritage in a fun and informal learning environment and run Kids Camps all summer. The King Museum is available to rent for smaller groups. View and print the Museum Brochure.
The Emigrant's Kist at the King Township Museum
When: Tuesday to Friday from 10am-4pm
Where: 2920 King Rd west of Jane Street
On temporary loan from the prestigious and world renowned National Museums of Scotland, the King Township Museum is happy to present The Emigrant’s Kist. This poignant exhibit tells the story of the Scottish emigrant during the early days of travel by sea. A kist is a chest into which the traveler would place all of their most prized possessions for use in creating a home in a new land. The hopes and fears that were expressed through the safekeeping and transport of a few personal items illustrates, not only the experiences of historic Scottish emigrants, but of all newcomers building a home in their adopted country.
The Emigrant's Kist is on loan until February 2008. Admission to the museum is free. Visiting hours are Tuesday to Friday from 10am-4pm. To make an appointment for a tour outside of our regular visiting hours please call the museum at 905-833-2331. The Museum’s address is 2920 King Road in King City.
Halloween Harvest at the King Township Museum
When: October 27th from 2 pm - 4pm
Where: 2920 King Rd west of Jane Street
The King Township Museum welcomes people of all ages to their annual Halloween Harvest! Tour the Haunted Railway Station, visit a psychic, eat seasonal treats and make crafts! The cost is $3 per person or $10 for a family of four. For more information, please contact the King Township Museum at 905-833-2331
Marianne Broome Art Workshops
WATERCOLOUR LANDSCAPE: Sunday November 4th
WATERCOLOUR FLORAL: Saturday November 10
ACRYLIC LANDSCAPE: Saturday November 24
ACRYLIC FLORAL: Sunday November 25
Where: 2920 King Rd west of Jane Street
Marianne Broome will host a series of four artistic workshops focusing on acrylic and watercolour techniques at the King Township Museum. Broome is an accomplished teacher and locally recognized artist. She participated in both King Township's and Richmond Hill's Studio Tours. This talented artist is now offering full day workshops for all levels.
These workshops will run for the four days mentioned above from 10:00am-4:00pm. The cost is $65 per person for each class. Please bring your own materials. Tea and coffee will be served but participants should bring their own lunch. For more information or to register please contact Marianne by email at m@naturesedgestudio.ca or by phone (905) 833 2431. For more information on the artist visit Natures Edge Studio. For venue information please call 905-833-2331. Download the series flyer
Cookies with Santa
When: December 1, from 1 pm - 3pm
Where: 2920 King Rd west of Jane Street
Discover celebrations and traditions associated with this magical time of year! The King Township Museum invites children of all ages to have tea and cookies with the Man in Red! Santa Claus will be making an appearance on Saturday, December 1st, from 1-3 pm. Children can have their pictures taken with Santa and make fun holiday crafts! Admission is $3 per person or $10 for a family of four. For more information, please contact the King Township Museum at 905-833-2331. Print the
Cookies with Santa flyer.
Rent Historic King Museum
The King Township Museum is available to smaller groups for art exhibits, workshops and classes.
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Getting to King Township
King Township is located halfway between Toronto and Barrie, stretching from west of Bathurst St. to just east of Highway 50 in Bolton. King is approx. 30 min. north of Pearson Int'l Airport, and is accessible by Highways 400, 407, 427, 27, 9 and 11.
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