Kingston PumpHouse Museum

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Join us in celebrating Museum Day with our low-waste special exhibition, “On the Move: 400 Years of Transportation in Kingston”. Fun Fact: We have used paper as a low-waste alternative instead of the typical vinyl exhibition panels. bit.ly/435uqop Photo credit-Tim Forbes

One of North America's last six remaining water pumping stations. Visit for a guided tour of this 1850 Kingston treasure. Kingston's first water pumping station operated until 1951. Visit us Tues - Sat 10 am-5 pm. kingstonpumphouse.ca @cityofkingston #YGK @VisitKingstonCA

We're open! Visit us Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tours are guided and last about 1 hour. Check out the low admission cost! kingstonpumphouse.ca #YGK @cityofkingston @VisitKingstonCA #VisitKingston

On May 2, 2008 we re-opened Kingston Grand Theatre following an extensive renovation. We are deeply grateful to the Grand Theatre Foundation for their dedication and the 15 Grand OnStage seasons that followed and GO subscribers, donors and sponsors.The 16 season announces May 23.

Energy saved is energy earned at the Pumphouse. Read more about our energy audit by clicking on the link bit.ly/40uObVu And visit us on Thursdays and Fridays for a guided tour of Kingston's first water pumping station. @SustainableKtwn @stlawrencecoll1 @cityofkingston

The PumpHouse Museum will close early on Thursday, March 9 at noon for staff training. We will reopen with regular hours on Friday, March 10. To book tickets, visit us bit.ly/41VIXDr

Kingston-based artists are taking centre stage during the 2023 Local Arts Residency at @Kingston_Grand this July! We are seeking applications from emerging or mid-career professional artists. Deadline is April 5. Apply on the City of Kingston website: bit.ly/35oOSIx

We're Open! Winter hours are now in effect. Visit us on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. kingstonpumphouse.ca Photo credit: Queen's University #YGKattractions #YGK #YGKPumpHouse #visitkingston

We're Open! Winter hours are now in effect. Visit us on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. kingstonpumphouse.ca Photo credit: Queen's University #YGKattractions #YGK #YGKPumpHouse #visitkingston

We're now open Thursdays and Fridays with winter hours, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Visit the train room and pump room, plus our exhibit, 'On The Move: 400 Years of Transportation in Kingston". Learn more at bit.ly/3JtMxhd @VisitKingstonCA @queensu #YGKmuseums #YGKattractions

We're Open! Winter hours are now in effect. Visit us on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. kingstonpumphouse.ca

Today: bring — or get — your library card, pick up some library swag, and see how our Library Kiosk works! We’re expanding service in Kingscourt with a kiosk at KSS. The public grand opening is on Jan. 12 in the kiosk area from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. ow.ly/YoUg50MbyJf

The Kingston #ClimateChange Symposium is only one week away! We're thrilled to welcome keynote speaker @cathmckenna to this free, online event. 9 AM - 12 PM on Jan. 19th. Students welcome! To register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist… #ClimateAction #YGK

Our streetlights and traffic signals group installed Christmas lights at @PumpMuseum this past December. We hope you all had a happy holiday! #ygk

We're Open! Winter hours are now in effect. Visit us on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. kingstonpumphouse.ca

The magic of museums is intergenerational and is a journey of discovery for all ages. Support Kingston's Civic Museums on #GivingTuesdayCA to keep the spark of imagination shining brightly for generations to come. Tax receipts issued for $20 and up. Donate canadahelps.org/en/dn/72873

Over the weekend Eric Gagnon visited the PumpHouse to see the "On the Move" exhibit with his grandson. His blog details the Hanley Spur that tracks along Cataraqui Street, past notable local buildings (National Grocers, Woolen Mill & Bailey Broom factory). hanleyspur.blogspot.com/2022/09/on-mov…

Over the weekend Eric Gagnon visited the PumpHouse to see the "On the Move" exhibit with his grandson. His blog details the Hanley Spur that tracks along Cataraqui Street, past notable local buildings (National Grocers, Woolen Mill & Bailey Broom factory). hanleyspur.blogspot.com/2022/09/on-mov…