Niagara Apothecary, Historic pharmacy museum in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada.
The Niagara Apothecary features original black walnut counters, wooden dispensary cabinets, and an extensive collection of period glass bottles from the 19th century.
Operating from 1820 to 1964, the pharmacy was transformed into a museum in 1971 following its acquisition by the Ontario Heritage Foundation in 1969.
This national historic site preserves pharmaceutical practices from the Confederation era through displays of traditional tools, medicines, and preparation methods.
Located at 5 Queen Street, the museum opens daily from noon to 6 PM between May 11 and September 2, then weekends only until October 14.
The building stands as the sole remaining Confederation-era structure in Niagara-on-the-Lake, receiving 100,000 visitors annually who explore its pharmaceutical heritage.
Location: Niagara-on-the-Lake
Fee: No
Address: 5 Queen Street L0S 1J0 Niagara-On-The-Lake
Website: https://ocpinfo.com/extra/apothecary
GPS coordinates: 43.25507,-79.07092
Latest update: September 26, 2025 07:41
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