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Quinte West

in-person event information

Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This event offers free access for the public to explore, discover and enjoy the history of local organizations, businesses and attractions throughout Quinte West.

2023 marks the 25th anniversary of the amalgamation of the City of Quinte West. The City is marking its anniversary by opening the doors to many interesting and exciting buildings, including the Quinte West Operations Centre, Trenton Wastewater Treatment Plant, Quinte West Fire and Emergency Services Station No. 1 and many others!

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12 In-person Doors Open sites

Brambleberry FarmDoors Open Quinte West

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Brambleberry Farm

Brambleberry Farm is open for fresh fruit from mid-June to September and year-round for frozen berries. They have offered pick-your-own fruit now for over 40 years. During Doors Open, visitors can take informative and educational wagon tours to discover more about where their food comes from. Learn about modern techniques as well as the many challenges of berry production.

  • 2023 theme: Food
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

9 Mitchell Road
Wooler, Ontario
Email: berryfarm@hotmail.com
https://brambleberryfarm.ca

Architecture

Building type: Commercial Food and drink

Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Crazy Creek Fishing PreserveDoors Open Quinte West

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Crazy Creek Fishing Preserve

Crazy Creek Fishing Preserve has been in operation for over 25 years. It offers public fishing, as well as a gathering space for barbeques, birthday parties and company get-togethers. During Doors Open, come and take a guided tour to view the 17 ponds — stocked with rainbow trout and speckled trout — set amid a beautiful cedar forest.

  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

362 Glen Ross Road
Frankford, Ontario
https://crazycreekfishing.blogspot.com

Architecture


Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Miron Valley Stable & Riding SchoolDoors Open Quinte West

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Miron Valley Stable & Riding School

The family-run farm where these stables are located was set up for everyone to enjoy the love of horses and ponies! Offering year-round services, this site has the largest indoor lesson arena in Quinte West — great for prepping riders for the show ring. A smaller indoor arena is available, too, for beginners and private lessons.

  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

337 Miron Road
Quinte West, Ontario
http://www.mironvalleystable.ca

Architecture

Building type: Farm

Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Ontario Genealogical Society, Quinte BranchDoors Open Quinte West

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Ontario Genealogical Society, Quinte Branch

The Quinte Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society has its library in the Quinte West Public Library (Trenton Branch), offering resources for researching local or family history, with records from around the world and around the corner. Volunteers will be available to assist with questions or research. Come and visit — and learn something about your ancestors while you’re here.

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

7 Creswell Drive (City Hall)
Quinte West, Ontario
Email: quintechair@ogs.on.ca
https://quinte.ogs.on.ca

Architecture

Building type: Library

Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Quinte Museum of Natural HistoryDoors Open Quinte West

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Quinte Museum of Natural History

Come and explore Quinte’s destination for science and discovery! With a mission to inspire discovery, conservation and stewardship of our natural heritage, the museum offers a new awe-inspiring exhibit, Diving Deep: A Tale of Whales Through Time! Learn about the evolutionary journey of these ocean giants with life-sized whale skeletons. This exhibit is sure to make a splash.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

99 Dufferin Avenue
Trenton, Ontario
Email: info@quintemnh.ca
https://quintemuseum.ca

Architecture

Building type: Museum

Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Quinte Transit Grand ParadeDoors Open Quinte West

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Quinte Transit Grand Parade

Quinte Transit is a non-profit organization that has been providing transportation services for persons with special needs and seniors in Quinte West and Brighton since 1990. They provide the service with four vans and five buses, all of which are wheelchair accessible. During Doors Open, visit them in Centennial Park for their “Grand Parade” event and learn about their services.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

Centennial Park
Trenton, Ontario
https://quintetransit.ca

Architecture


Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Quinte West Gardens-Growing CommunityDoors Open Quinte West

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Quinte West Gardens-Growing Community

The goal of this community garden, located at the base of Mount Pelion, is to grow a sense of community by encouraging relationships through gardening, food production, environmental awareness and education. Join a guided tour and enjoy some samples. Garden-themed kids’ activities and seed-saving stations will also be available. Light refreshments and garden-grown food will be served.

  • 2023 theme: Food
  • French services available
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

47 Guelph Street
Trenton, Ontario
Email: info@quintewestgardens.org
https://www.quintewestgardens.org

Architecture

Year built: 2016
Building type: Food and drink

Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Quinte West Operations CentreDoors Open Quinte West

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Quinte West Operations Centre

Opened in 2017, this facility was built to accommodate services that were previously provided out of several fragmented pre-amalgamation (1998) facilities. The 9,300-square-metre (100,000-square-foot) building is home to repair and storage areas, truck wash bays and staff amenity areas. Tours will be available, starting at 10 a.m.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

177 North Murray Street
Trenton, Ontario
Email: mayor@quintewest.ca

Architecture

Year built: 2017
Building type: Transportation

Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Quinte West Wastewater Treatment PlantDoors Open Quinte West

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Quinte West Wastewater Treatment Plant

Ever wonder what happens when you flush your toilet? During Doors Open, you can experience a rare opportunity to learn how Quinte West treats its wastewater by taking a tour of this facility. The original plant, commissioned in 1976, was upgraded in 1993 (with tertiary filtration), 2012 (with a sludge holding tank) and again in 2020 (with lifecycle upgrades).

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

25 Couch Crescent
Trenton, Ontario
https://quintewest.ca

Architecture

Year built: 2018

Architect: Gore & Storrie Limited (1976); upgrades by J.L. Richards & Associates Limited

Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Research Casting International (RCI)Doors Open Quinte West

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Research Casting International (RCI)

Research Casting International is one of the world’s largest providers of museum technical services — specializing in the fabrication of paleontology displays. Their services include specimen mounting and restoration, molding and casting, exhibit fabrication and more. During Doors Open, come and check out some of their current projects, explore their facility and watch the team work on these fascinating displays.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Photography allowed
  • Videos
  • Kid-friendly

Contact info

15 Dufferin Avenue
Trenton, Ontario
Email: info@rescast.com
https://rescast.com

Architecture

Building type: Attraction Commercial

Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Trenton Lions ClubDoors Open Quinte West

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Trenton Lions Club

The Trenton Lions Club has been serving the community since 1939. This group of volunteers supports and participates in many community initiatives. Learn about the all-inclusive playgrounds and the Lion's Foundation guide dogs. Find out about weekly Bingo games and Spaghetti Suppers. During Doors Open, a chip truck will be on site from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • Food vendors
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

77 Campbell Street
Trenton, Ontario
Email: trentonlionsontario@gmail.com
https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/trentonon/index.php

Architecture


Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16

Trenton Seniors Club 105Doors Open Quinte West

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Trenton Seniors Club 105

Start the day with a pancake breakfast at the Trenton Seniors Club 105 (for a small fee) and discover what keeps everyone so busy — from shuffleboard and snooker to cards and darts. Check out the fully equipped workshop and arts and crafts area. Meet the people who enjoy these activities daily and hear their stories. All ages are welcome.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

61 Bay Street
Trenton, Ontario
Email: club105trenton@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/TrentonSeniorsClub105

Architecture

Year built: 1952
Building type: Attraction

Dates/hours open

Sep 16 - Sep 16