Frontenac County Schools Museum

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414 Regent St
Kingston, Ontario K7K 5R1

The Frontenac County Schools Museum in Kingston, Ontario, houses a replica one-room school and a display gallery, showcasing artifacts and archival materials from the elementary one-room schools of Frontenac County dating back to 1970. It offers guided and self-guided tours, allowing visitors to explore the rich history of education in the region.

With a collection that includes biographical information, teacher lists, and archival photographs of 183 individual one-room schools, the museum provides a unique insight into the educational heritage of the area. Admission is free, and donations are welcomed to support the preservation and exhibition of these historical treasures.

Visitors can also enjoy the museum virtually through a specially developed online program with curriculum links to various subjects, catering to students in grades 2-4. The museum actively seeks volunteers for various roles, including board members, public programming assistants, maintenance support, and marketing contributors, offering flexible time commitments to suit diverse schedules.

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4.511 reviews
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Lovely little school house packed with old books and toys!
3/13/2019

This old school house is filled with tonnes of old books, book press, tables, slates and lots of old...

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Step back in time to rural school!
11/1/2017

So much effort from dedicated volunteers over the years have saved the contents of many Frontenac Sc...

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Back in the Past
9/8/2017

I enjoyed walking inside the old classroom. All the desks were made of wood. Even the teacher had a ...

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