Doors Open Kingston & Area

Doors Open Returns to Kingston & Area!

Doors Open Kingston & Area invites you to explore fascinating sites that have shaped our community, showcasing how these heritage buildings have evolved to serve modern needs while preserving their historical charm. This year's theme of adaptive re-use highlights the innovative ways our cultural landmarks continue to thrive in their community contexts.

Join us on Saturday, July 20th, August 24th, and September 28th, 2024, for this drop-in event where entry to all participating sites is free! Engage with our city's history firsthand, guided by the welcoming spirit of our community partners and organizations who open their doors to residents and visitors alike.

Some sites offer additional programming that requires registration, offering deeper insights into Kingston's vibrant past and present. For more details and to register for these special events, please view our official Doors Open Kingston & Area 2024 Activity Guide and the participation schedule below.

Doors Open Kingston & Area Schedule

Doors Open Kingston and Area Schedule for August 24th, 2024

The current list of participating sites and dates for 2024 includes:

Saturday August 24th, 2024

Barriefield Village
Canada’s Penitentiary Museum
Frontenac County Schools Museum
Gallery Raymond
Museum of Health Care at Kingston
Murney Tower Museum
PumpHouse (outdoor walking tour only)
South Frontenac Museum
St. George’s Cathedral
St. Mary’s Cathedral

Saturday September 28th, 2024 (official schedule and activities to come)

Barriefield Village
Canada’s Penitentiary Museum
Frontenac County Schools Museum
Gallery Raymond
Great Lakes Museum
Military Communications & Electronics Museum and the Royal Canadian Electrical & Mechanical Engineers Museum
Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum
St. George’s Cathedral
St. Mary’s Cathedral
Tett Centre for Learning and Creativity
The Spire
W.D. Jordan Rare Books and Special Collections