Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre

Haliburton, Ontario

Type: Museum/Gallery
Address: 23 York Street, Haliburton, Dysart et al, ON, Canada
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Hours: Summer Tues to Fri 11 - 5 Sat 11 - 4 ALL other seasons Wed to Fri 11 - 5 Sat 11 - 4
Phone: 705 457 2330

This public art gallery is located in a vintage rail station originally built by Grand Trunk Railway in the 1890s steps from the site of the smaller station erected by the Victoria Railway Company at the end of its line between Kinmount and Haliburton Village c. 1873. The rail bed is now a popular recrearional Rail Trail (Haliburton County Rail Trail).

Railway buffs will find that many of the original features remain including high ceilings, painted oak paneling, original trim, exterior and interior detail work and a working freight scale.

The station now houses a contemporary craft and visual art gallery and a delightful gallery shop showcasing work by local artisans making this an interesting stop on your adventure in haliburton’s Highlands and one the whole family can enjoy.

Knowledgeable gallery staff are happy to provide historical information, offer exhbiton tours or talk about other arts and cultural venues you might enjoy visiting as well.

Free admission.

Amenities

Family-Friendly
Guided Tour
Parking
Parkland
Washrooms
Wheelchair Access

Fun Facts

The last train left this station in 1979.

The classic bay window was added so the telegraph operator could see the trian coming around the lake ahead of its arrival.

Thanks to a group of dedicated artists and crafts people this decommissioned CNR Station was saved from falling into disrepair in 1979, and again in 2004, and is now a contemporary community art gallery, with great “bones”, a welcoming atmosphere and a few tales to tell.