To learn more about Kirkland Lake’s unique mining history, be sure to take a free self-guided tour of the Toburn Gold Mine Site! The Toburn was the first producing gold mine in Kirkland Lake, founded by Harry Oakes and the Tough Brothers in 1912. The self-guided tour brochures below describe the contents of the buildings […]
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It’s time for some old-fashioned outdoor fun! Bring your young ones (and the young at heart) to to try your hands at some heritage lawn games. Play croquet, have a game of horseshoes or compete against your family in a potato sack race! While you’re here, tour the farmhouse and walk the riverside trails throughout […]
Our laundry needs done! Bring the kids to see how getting those grass stains out would have been hard work in the early 1900s. They can watch a laundry demonstration and then try their hand at it too. We will even be hanging laundry to dry in the sun on the clothesline. Do a farmhouse […]
Welcome to the Cake Power Workshop! Come join us at for a fun-filled workshop of cake decorating and empowerment. Whether you’re a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this workshop is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth and a creative spirit. Learn new techniques, get hands-on experience, and unleash your inner pastry chef. Our […]
Join us for a delightful afternoon of Sweet Tea and Sunshine in the breathtaking historic gardens of Parkwood Estate! Surrounded by lush blooms, manicured lawns, and the timeless charm of this heritage site, this picnic is the perfect way to savor the beauty of nature and good company. Indulge in refreshing sweet tea, a […]
Grab your favourite Teddy Bear and your favourite people and enjoy an evening on the grounds of Parkwood Estate! Participate in our scavenger hunt, take a photo with our life sized Teddy Bear in our photo area and enjoy a live story reading! Get ready for some incredible entertainment as well! Balloon animals, Snow Princess […]
Discover the beautiful estate garden and European influences! A stroll through the Parkwood grounds provides a reward at every turn. The Parkwood Gardens have references to the great gardens of England and Europe but with a 20th century spirit and much of the landscape design draws inspiration from the English Arts & Crafts gardening movement. […]
Discover the beautiful estate garden and European influences! A stroll through the Parkwood grounds provides a reward at every turn. The Parkwood Gardens have references to the great gardens of England and Europe but with a 20th century spirit and much of the landscape design draws inspiration from the English Arts & Crafts gardening movement. […]
Discover the beautiful estate garden and European influences! A stroll through the Parkwood grounds provides a reward at every turn. The Parkwood Gardens have references to the great gardens of England and Europe but with a 20th century spirit and much of the landscape design draws inspiration from the English Arts & Crafts gardening movement. […]
Explore Parkwood’s historic grounds. Discover the hidden heritage gems with our Historic Places Days FREE photo scavenger hunt. Follow the clues to the different areas of the grounds, snap a picture and tag @parkwoodestate and #HistoricPlacesDays in your pictures and post to Instagram and/or Facebook. Clue sheets are available for pick up in the Carriage […]