Murney Tower National Historic Site

Kingston, Ontario

Type: Museum/Gallery
Address: 2 King Street West, Kingston, ON, Canada
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Hours: 10am-5pm (Seasonal)
Phone: (613) 217-8235

Murney Tower Museum

The Murney Tower Museum is a local history museum operated by the Kingston Historical Society in partnership with Parks Canada since 1925. It is located in one of the four Martello Towers of Kingston, Ontario and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Rideau Canal and Kingston Fortifications. It is the oldest operating museum in Kingston, which has a collection of domestic and military artifacts that portray 19th-century life in Kingston. It also offers guided tours, audio tours, educational programs, special events, and exhibits.

Amenities

Family-Friendly
Guided Tour
National Historic Site
Parking
Parkland
Pet-Friendly
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Washrooms

Location

2 King Street West, Kingston, ON, Canada
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Gallery

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