Arthur Child Heritage Museum of the 1000 Islands, Maritime history museum in Gananoque, Canada.
The Arthur Child Heritage Museum presents exhibits about the St Lawrence River region through interactive displays and comprehensive collections of local artifacts.
The museum occupies the former location of the Thousand Island Railway Station from 1889, which operated one of Canada's shortest railway lines at 6.33 miles.
The museum galleries guide visitors through 10,000 years of regional heritage, from First Nations settlements to European colonization and modern developments.
The museum operates on a donation-based admission system and features a gift shop with regional items representing the Thousand Islands area.
Educational programs at the museum explore the lives of local figures such as rum runners and river rats who shaped the character of the region.
Location: Gananoque
Website: http://1000islandsheritagemuseum.com
GPS coordinates: 44.32412,-76.16136
Latest update: March 7, 2025 16:06
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