Explore the house’s industrial hub! Just like most homes, the basement at Parkwood is used for storage and a place to work on repair projects for the estate. When the McLaughlin’s were in residence the basement was the industrial hub of the mansion including laundry facilities, the cannery, the boilers, the workings of the elevator, […]

Explore the house’s industrial hub! Just like most homes, the basement at Parkwood is used for storage and a place to work on repair projects for the estate. When the McLaughlin’s were in residence the basement was the industrial hub of the mansion including laundry facilities, the cannery, the boilers, the workings of the elevator, […]

Explore the house’s industrial hub! Just like most homes, the basement at Parkwood is used for storage and a place to work on repair projects for the estate. When the McLaughlin’s were in residence the basement was the industrial hub of the mansion including laundry facilities, the cannery, the boilers, the workings of the elevator, […]

Explore the house’s industrial hub! Just like most homes, the basement at Parkwood is used for storage and a place to work on repair projects for the estate. When the McLaughlin’s were in residence the basement was the industrial hub of the mansion including laundry facilities, the cannery, the boilers, the workings of the elevator, […]

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 […]

We’re looking for the PURRFECT name for our lynx! Last year the Museum kicked off an animal naming contest for the animals in our North Eastern Ontario Animal Exhibit. We had such a wonderful response when trying to find the ideal name for “Cedar the Beaver”, that we’ve brought the contest back for another edition! […]

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. […]