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Doors Open Ontario:

Quinte West

in-person event information

Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Since 2012, the City of Quinte West has been participating in Doors Open Ontario. We are excited to celebrate this annual event again in 2025.

Visit Quinte West and explore, discover and enjoy a variety of new and returning sites as they open their doors for this special event. Help us celebrate Doors Open Quinte West and the city's rich historical, cultural and natural heritage.

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8 In-person Doors Open sites

Lauzer House (formerly Dr. Farncomb's House)Doors Open Quinte West

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Lauzer House (formerly Dr. Farncomb's House)

This house was built in 1917 by Dr. Farncomb, who ran his practice from his home. In the 1950s, the house was turned into five apartments. The Degroot family purchased the home in 1968. Pierre and Candace Lauzer then purchased the home in 2007 and have since lovingly restored it and converted it into a bed and breakfast establishment.

  • French services available
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

81 Henry Street
Trenton, Ontario

Architecture

Year built: 1917
Building type: Commercial Historical landmark Historical house Private residence

Dates/hours open

Oct 04 - Oct 04

Old Wooler SchoolhouseDoors Open Quinte West

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Old Wooler Schoolhouse

Designated in 2024, this schoolhouse was built in 1915 in the Prairie style — a rare example of this architectural style in Ontario. It was designed by architect Francis Conroy Sullivan (1882-1929), the only Canadian student of Frank Lloyd Wright. The schoolhouse is currently being restored to be returned to community service by the non-profit Wooler & Area Community Organization.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

62 County Road 5
Quinte West, Ontario
Email: woolercommunity40@gmail.com
https://woolercommunity.org

Architecture

Year built: 1915
Building type: Historical landmark Schoolhouse
Architect: Francis Conroy Sullivan

Dates/hours open

Oct 04 - Oct 04

Quinte Masonic CentreDoors Open Quinte West

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Quinte Masonic Centre

This site opened in 1960 with Franck Lodge No. 127 (constituted in 1858) as the main tenant. Your guided tour includes the meeting room, with regalia and original items on display. There are four different charters from the Grand Lodge of Canada dating back to 1858. Guides will give an explanation on the history of Freemasonry worldwide, dating to 1717.

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

33 King Drive
Frankford, Ontario
Email: fmtcpres@gmail.com

Architecture

Year built: 1960
Building type: Masonic lodge

Dates/hours open

Oct 04 - Oct 04

Quinte Museum of Natural HistoryDoors Open Quinte West

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Quinte Museum of Natural History

Explore towering dinosaurs, local fossils and life size whale skeletons! This museum brings local and global natural history together through Fossilized Quinte, an interactive fossil display, the immersive Diving Deep: A Tale of Whales Through Time whale exhibit, and iconic dinosaur specimens. During Doors Open, staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and enhance your self-guided experience.

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

Contact info

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

Architecture

Building type: Museum

Dates/hours open

Oct 04 - Oct 04

Quinte West Public Library (Trenton Branch)Doors Open Quinte West

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Quinte West Public Library (Trenton Branch)

The Quinte West Public Library offers a variety of materials and programs — including here at the Trenton Branch. During Doors Open, check out the Library Maker Fair for hands-on experiences in creativity and innovation. Explore multiple interactive stations where you can make, build and design using the library's Makerspace equipment. Fun for all ages. Come see what you can create!

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

Contact info

7 Creswell Drive
Trenton, Ontario
https://qwpl.ca

Architecture

Building type: Library

Dates/hours open

Oct 04 - Oct 04

Trenton Greenbelt Conservation AreaDoors Open Quinte West

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Trenton Greenbelt Conservation Area

Explore this conservation area with Lower Trent Conservation staff, who will be on hand to share insights into the restoration process and highlight key features of the site's natural regeneration. You can also enjoy a hands-on Painting in Nature activity — good for all ages — with all materials provided, offering a creative way to connect with the landscape.

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

Contact info

129 Front Street
Quinte West, Ontario
Email: information@ltc.on.ca
https://ltc.on.ca/conservation_lands/trenton-greenbelt

Architecture


Dates/hours open

Oct 04 - Oct 04

Trenton Town Hall 1861Doors Open Quinte West

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Trenton Town Hall 1861

Trenton Town Hall was designated by the town council in 1983. This glorious building now houses various exhibits about local history — courtesy of the Trent Port Historical Society. Come and explore the special exhibit on the History of Apples and How They Effected Our Economy and view the video Apples & Egos by local historian and videographer Sean Scally.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Architecture

Year built: 1861
Building type: Government building Historical landmark
Architect: Kivas Tully

Dates/hours open

Oct 04 - Oct 04