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Meyers Creek Brewing Company Doors Open Belleville

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Meyers Creek Brewing Company

Meyers Creek Brewing took possession of this building in the fall of 2018. Over the course of the next five years — through the pandemic — they slowly peeled back the layers of renovations, ultimately uncovering the original 1884 brick building and its rich history. This beautiful space is now their taproom, with additions housing the brewery production business.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

60 Dundas Street East
Belleville, Ontario
Email: gretta@meyerscreekbrewing.ca
https://www.meyerscreekbrewing.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1884
Building type: Attraction Commercial Food and drink

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 12:00pm - Sep 13, 04:00pm

Orillia Museum of Art & History (Sir Sam Steele Memorial Building) Doors Open Simcoe County

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Orillia Museum of Art & History (Sir Sam Steele Memorial Building)

This museum has been an art, culture and heritage hub in downtown Orillia for over 25 years. They strive to provide an inclusive space to engage community, inspire creativity and celebrate culture through art and history. During Doors Open, view remnants of the building’s past as a post office and customs house. There’s even a jail cell in the basement!

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities
  • Videos
  • Kid-friendly

Contact info

30 Peter Street South
Orillia, Ontario
Email: visitors@orilliamuseum.org
https://www.orilliamuseum.org

Architecture

Year built: 1895
Building type: Attraction Historical landmark Museum Post office
Architect: Thomas Fuller

Belleville City Hall Doors Open Belleville

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Belleville City Hall

Constructed in 1872-73 by architect John D. Evans (the builder was John Forin) as Belleville’s market building and town hall, this attractive structure — with its tall clock tower — has dominated the downtown landscape for over 150 years. Architect Bill White’s imaginative renovations (1987-88) preserved many original interior architectural features, while adding 929 square metres (10,000 square feet) of new space.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

169 Front Street
Belleville, Ontario
Email: planning@belleville.ca
https://www.belleville.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1872-73
Building type: Government building Historical landmark
Architect: John D. Evans (original building); Bill White (renovation)

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 10:00am - Sep 13, 04:00pm

Belleville Masonic Temple Doors Open Belleville

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Belleville Masonic Temple

The Belleville Masonic Temple was built in 1950 to provide a new meeting place for community events for the then-four active lodges and their concordant bodies. This hall can seat up to 150 guests and contains a fully serviced kitchen and a fully licensed bar. During Doors Open, enjoy this rare opportunity to explore inside a Masonic temple.

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

Contact info

132 Foster Avenue
Belleville, Ontario
Email: tazcarpentryplus@gmail.com
https://bellevillemasonictemple.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1950
Building type: Masonic lodge

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 10:00am - Sep 13, 04:00pm

Coldwater Canadiana Heritage Museum Doors Open Simcoe County

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Coldwater Canadiana Heritage Museum

This charming historical site is dedicated to the history of Coldwater and its surrounding areas. The museum's centerpiece is the Woodrow Homestead, a beautifully preserved log cabin built in the early 1840s on a former stagecoach route. Visitors can explore the homestead and other heritage buildings. Don’t miss the Coldwater Steampunk Festival occurring in the nearby village of Coldwater.

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

Contact info

1474 Woodrow Road
Coldwater, Ontario
Email: rpturnour@gmail.com
http://www.coldwatermuseum.com

Architecture

Year built: 1840
Building type: Historical landmark Historical house Museum

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 10:00am - Sep 13, 04:00pm

Corby Park Rose Garden Doors Open Belleville

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Corby Park Rose Garden

The Corby Park Rose Garden is in the old east village of Belleville, a great area for exploring heritage homes, just a few blocks from the Bay of Quinte. The garden has a stunning water fountain and, at the centre of it all, you get a beautiful view of the entire garden — perfect for a family outing or wedding.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities
  • Videos

Contact info

210 Ann Street
Belleville, Ontario
Email: tdeming@belleville.ca

Architecture


Glanmore National Historic Site Doors Open Belleville

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Glanmore National Historic Site

Glanmore is one of Belleville’s historical gems. Now a community museum, Glanmore was built for banker J.P.C. Phillips and his wife, Harriet Dougall Phillips. The grand house features beautifully restored interiors, period-room displays, European fine art and decorative objects. Artifacts related to local history are also included as part of the restored rooms in this historical house.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Kid-friendly
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Videos
  • Virtual tours
  • Activities and games

Contact info

257 Bridge Street East
Belleville, Ontario
Email: glanmoreinfo@belleville.ca
https://www.glanmore.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1883
Building type: Historical landmark Historical house Museum
Architect: Thomas Hanley

Hillsdale Lockup Doors Open Simcoe County

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Hillsdale Lockup

This lockup was built in 1906 as a facility for justice administration and temporary confinement for lawbreakers under the Medonte Township and Hillsdale jurisdictions. By the 1920s, it had transformed into a hub of community activity — a refuge for transients, a meeting place, an electoral polling station, and storage. Note: Due to construction, this site is not currently wheelchair accessible.

  • Kid-friendly
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

4552 Penetanguishene Road (parking available at the Hillsdale Community Park, 4517 Penetanguishene Road, approximately a three-minute walk away)
Hillsdale, Ontario
https://www.springwater.ca/en/recreation-and-culture/resources/Documents/HistoryandHeritage/Hillsdale-Jail-History.pdf

Architecture

Year built: 1906
Building type: Courthouse Historical landmark
Architect: William John Davenport

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 10:00am - Sep 13, 04:00pm

Leacock Museum National Historic Site Doors Open Simcoe County

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Leacock Museum National Historic Site

Nestled on the shores of Lake Couchiching, the Leacock Museum National Historic Site is housed in the summer cottage, boathouse and gardens of famous Canadian humorist and economist, Stephen Leacock (1869-1944). Leacock was known for his witty and satirical works (particularly Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town). His legacy is honoured annually through the Stephen Leacock Memorial Medal for Humour.

  • Food vendors
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

50 Museum Drive
Orillia, Ontario
https://www.orillia.ca/en/visiting/leacock-museum.aspx

Architecture

Year built: 1928
Building type: Attraction Historical landmark Historical house Museum
Architect: Wright and Noxon Architects

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 10:00am - Sep 13, 04:00pm

Museum on the Boyne Doors Open Simcoe County

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Museum on the Boyne

This community museum represents the history of South Simcoe County. Exhibits highlight famous local Canadians, notable industries and unique area artifacts. The site features an agricultural fair building, a log house and a barn. During Doors Open, children can enjoy a scavenger hunt and other hands-on activities. Come for a tour, explore the site and check out the gift shop.

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

Contact info

250 Fletcher Crescent
Alliston, Ontario
Email: boynemuseum@newtecumseth.ca
http://www.motb.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1914
Building type: Historical house Museum

Parrott Riverfront Trail Doors Open Belleville

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Parrott Riverfront Trail

This paved and lit trail is 1.6 kilometres long (1 mile), travelling along the Moira River behind the historical downtown. Along this trail is a footbridge, opened in October 2022 to replace the early 1800s original. To the north, it connects to the Riverside Trail. To the south, it connects to the Zwicks Trail and the Kiwanis Bayshore Trail.

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

Contact info

Start at the corner of Front and Station streets (9 Station Street)
Belleville, Ontario
Email: tdeming@belleville.ca
https://facilities.belleville.ca/Home/Detail?CategoryIds&FacilityTypeIds&Keywords=riverfront&ScrollTo=scroll-map-list-container&CloseMap=true&Id=70869508-2e40-44b0-a8a5-fa35944ce28d

Architecture

Building type: Attraction

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 10:00am - Sep 13, 04:00pm

Seven Star Masonic Lodge No. 285 G.R.C. Doors Open Simcoe County

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Seven Star Masonic Lodge No. 285 G.R.C.

Doors Open will offer visitors the opportunity to visit a typical Masonic Lodge (normally not open to the public) and learn about the history and ideals of Freemasonry — the world's oldest fraternity. The original charter for Seven Star Lodge was granted in 1872 and is on display along with other historical artifacts. Meetings have been held here since 1917.

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

Contact info

28 Victoria Street West
Alliston, Ontario
Email: sevenstarmasonic285@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/Sevenstarmasonic285

Architecture

Year built: 1892
Building type: Masonic lodge

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 10:00am - Sep 13, 04:00pm

Simcoe County Museum Doors Open Simcoe County

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Simcoe County Museum

This museum brings history to life for visitors of all ages. Step back in time and explore the evolution of life in Simcoe County through interactive galleries, heritage buildings and an extensive artifact collection. Nestled within 132 hectares (327 acres) of lush, forested grounds, it boasts a remarkable collection of over 30,000 artifacts spanning from prehistoric eras to modern times.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Videos
  • Activities and games
  • Collections and resources
  • Kid-friendly

Contact info

1151 Highway 26
Minesing, Ontario
Email: museum@simcoe.ca
https://museum.simcoe.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1962
Building type: Attraction Educational facility Museum

South Simcoe Theatre, The Doors Open Simcoe County

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South Simcoe Theatre, The

Built in 1867 by the Lodge of Good Templars, this site’s original use was as a Temperance Hall. Then, in 1905, it became the Town Hall. In 1923, it was rebuilt as a community hall and became home to The South Simcoe Theatre in 1983. It is a not-for-profit community theatre, dedicated to creating exceptional and diverse community theatre experiences.

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

Contact info

1 Hamilton Street
Cookstown, Ontario
Email: info@thesouthsimcoethreatre.com
https://www.thesouthsimcoetheatre.com

Architecture

Year built: 1867
Building type: Historical landmark Theatre Masonic lodge

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 10:00am - Sep 13, 04:00pm

St. Paul's Presbyterian Church Doors Open Simcoe County

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St. Paul's Presbyterian Church

This church was built by lumber baron John Waldie in 1905 and given to the Presbyterians in 1906. It is a one-storey building with a bell tower and adjoining kitchen and hall. The interior is select pine, without any knots, while the pews are made of oak. It enjoys a commanding view over Georgian Bay from Ellen Street.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

95 Jephson Street
Victoria Harbour, Ontario
https://pccweb.ca/stpauls-victoriaharbour

Architecture

Year built: 1905
Building type: Historical landmark Place of worship
Architect: John Waldie

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 10:00am - Sep 13, 04:00pm

Trinity United Church Doors Open Simcoe County

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Trinity United Church

Constructed as a Methodist church, this church became a United church in 1925 when the United Church of Canada was formed. Major additions were made in the 1920s and again in the 1950s. Features include beautiful stained-glass windows, a sweeping curved balcony and one of the largest pipe organs in this part of Ontario, with three manuals and 44 stops.

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site is protected by the Ontario Heritage Trust
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

140 Maple Street
Collingwood, Ontario
Email: office@collingwoodunitedchurch.ca
https://www.collingwoodunitedchurch.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1860
Building type: Place of worship

Dates/hours open

Sep 13, 10:00am - Sep 13, 04:00pm

Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives Doors Open Simcoe County

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Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives

Step back in time at the Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives, featuring an original 1875 general store. Discover the logging industry's role in the town's early days and explore Penetanguishene's cultural history. During Doors Open, the Genealogy & History Research Centre and Archives is open, offering a great chance to delve into their extensive collection to discover your family history!

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Adaptive reuse
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Site has blue and gold provincial plaque
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities
  • Videos
  • Kid-friendly

Contact info

13 Burke Street
Penetanguishene, Ontario
Email: museum@penetanguishene.ca
https://www.penetanguishene.ca/museum

Architecture

Year built: 1875
Building type: Commercial Museum

Emmanuel Heritage Centre Doors Open Rideau Lakes

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Emmanuel Heritage Centre

Overlooking the village of Portland and Big Rideau Lake is the Emmanuel Heritage Centre (1861), a former Anglican church. Its beauty lies in its simplicity — constructed in the Gothic revival style with sandstone quarried onsite, featuring unusual stone buttresses. Owned by the Portland on the Rideau Historical Society, the impressive interior hosts Portland historical memorabilia, musical events and seasonal markets.

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

Contact info

2767 Highway 15
Portland, Ontario

Architecture

Year built: 1861
Building type: Historical landmark Place of worship

Dates/hours open

Aug 16, 10:00am - Aug 17, 04:00pm

Foley Mountain Conservation Area Doors Open Rideau Lakes

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Foley Mountain Conservation Area

Overlooking the Upper Rideau Lake, the Foley Mountain Conservation Area is an exciting natural space — home to the famous Spy Rock Lookout and 10 km (6 miles) of trails through rugged wilderness, mixed forest, ponds and fields. The site, operated by the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority, provides something for the whole family — including swimming, educational facilities and picnic spots.

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

Contact info

105 Foley Mountain Road
Rideau Lakes, Ontario
Email: doorsopen@rideaulakes.ca
https://www.rvca.ca/conservation-areas/foley-mountain

Architecture

Year built: Opened in 1973

Dates/hours open

Aug 16, 10:00am - Aug 16, 04:00pm

Historic SDG Jail Doors Open Cornwall and SDG Counties

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Historic SDG Jail

This jail has a rich history. It served as a maximum-security facility for nearly a century, housing some infamous criminals. It was notorious for its harsh conditions and alleged human rights violations. Today, the jail stands as a museum and popular tourist attraction, offering visitors a glimpse into the prison's past and the harsh realities of life behind bars.

  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

11 Water Street West
Cornwall, Ontario
Email: tourism@sdgcounties.ca
https://www.historicsdgjail.com

Architecture

Year built: 1833
Building type: Attraction Historical landmark

Dates/hours open

Aug 16, 10:00am - Aug 17, 04:00pm

McKinney House Doors Open Rideau Lakes

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McKinney House

William McKinney, a prosperous local farmer and blacksmith, purchased this land (originally granted to American General Benedict Arnold) and built this elegant home in 1856. Once a stagecoach stop, the home and gardens are now undergoing careful restoration guided by heritage conservation principles. Enjoy this rare chance to see a historical home mid-rehabilitation and learn about the process. Exterior only!

  • Guided tours available
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

798 Highway 15
Lombardy, Ontario
Email: doorsopen@rideaulakes.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1856
Building type: Historical house Private residence
Architect: Stone mason William Tweedy was paid $1 a day to build this house

Dates/hours open

Aug 16, 10:00am - Aug 17, 04:00pm

Newboro Branch, Rideau Lakes Public Library Doors Open Rideau Lakes

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Newboro Branch, Rideau Lakes Public Library

This heritage stone library branch, located in the former courthouse, is in one of the oldest buildings in Rideau Lakes. Dating back to before 1850, it has a storied history — having served as a school, a jail, municipal building and community hall. See the original wooden jail door inside and take a heritage picture with the library’s green screen.

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

Contact info

10 Brock Street
Newboro, Ontario
https://rlpl.ca

Architecture

Year built: Late 1840s
Building type: Courthouse Historical landmark Library Schoolhouse

Dates/hours open

Aug 16, 10:00am - Aug 17, 04:00pm

Newboro Manor Doors Open Rideau Lakes

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Newboro Manor

Step inside Newboro Manor, a one-of-a-kind 1860s Italianate stone mansion rich in history and charm. Original features include a grand staircase, plasterwork, flooring, windows and exposed stonework. Glittering chandeliers illuminate inspiring artwork and furnishings, both antique and contemporary. Visit the summer kitchen and unwind in the stunning conservatory before heading to Stone Manor Studios in the renovated stone carriage house.

  • Guided tours available
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

11 New Street
Newboro, Ontario

Architecture

Year built: c. 1860
Building type: Historical house Private residence Studio
Architect: John Draffin

Dates/hours open

Aug 16, 10:00am - Aug 17, 04:00pm

Old Stone Mill Doors Open Rideau Lakes

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Old Stone Mill

The Old Stone Mill is Ontario’s only surviving pre-1812, fully automated stone gristmill. Built of local stone and timber after inventor OIiver Evans’ design, it has been revitalized by the Delta Mill Society with authentic equipment and enhanced interpretation. Watch the 200-year-old millstones in action. During Doors Open, there will be blacksmithing demonstrations on Saturday and a special quilt display.

  • Digital Doors Open
  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • National Historic Site (Canada)
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

44 King Street
Delta, Ontario
https://deltamill.org

Architecture

Year built: 1810
Building type: Historical landmark Museum

Old Town Hall Doors Open Rideau Lakes

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Old Town Hall

Delta’s Old Town Hall has served the community since 1880 as a courthouse, Masonic lodge, theatre, municipal office, museum and even a jail. The bricks used for construction came from a brickyard in the village. The wooden floors, stage, tin ceiling, mid-room columns and fascinating architecture of this building have witnessed gatherings here for almost 150 years.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

8 Lower Beverley Lake Park Road
Delta, Ontario
https://deltamill.org/hall-rental.html

Architecture

Year built: 1880
Building type: Concert hall Courthouse Government building Historical landmark Masonic lodge

Dates/hours open

Aug 16, 10:00am - Aug 17, 04:00pm