Upper Canada Village

Upper Canada Village is an open-air museum in rural Ontario recreating country life from the 1860s. Forty historic buildings stand across 40 acres (16 hectares) to form a village from that period.

The village opened in 1961 to save buildings from communities facing flooding during construction of the St Lawrence Seaway. Building this waterway meant relocating entire settlements along the river.

Visitors meet craftspeople dressed in period clothing who demonstrate their skills in weaving, spinning and blacksmithing as they work. The water-powered flour mill still operates today, grinding grain using traditional methods from that era.

The grounds include accessible paths and facilities for visitors with mobility needs. Season passes allow multiple visits during opening months from spring through fall.

Thousands of lights illuminate the historic buildings during winter months for a special festival displaying Ontario winter traditions. The event transforms the village into an evening scene from the 19th century with lanterns and firepits.

Location: South Dundas

Inception: 1958

Website: https://fr.uppercanadavillage.com

GPS coordinates: 44.94724,-75.06687

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:28