Walk in the footsteps of some of Kingston’s earliest residents and arrivals as they engage in a quest for health care in the Limestone City. The stories of the establishment of one of Canada’s oldest public hospitals, Kingston General Hospital, and Queen’s School of Medicine are full of success and sacrifice, triumph and tragedy. Join us for a fascinating look into the lives of those that lived, arrived and died here, as we unlock the secrets of Kingston’s medical past.
Details: Offering tours Thursday-Saturday at 10:30am and 2:00pm. This walking tour is 1 hour in duration (15 minutes total walking time) and runs rain or shine (tours will be cancelled in the event of a thunderstorm). Please dress for the weather and protect yourself from the sun.
Cost: $10 adult, children 12 and under are free. Refunds will be issued with 24 hours notice.
Tickets: Get your tickets here!
Tour Route: The tour begins and ends at the Museum of Health Care, Ann Baillie Building, National Historic Site, 32 George Street.
Visits to the Museum’s galleries prior to or following the tour are welcome!
Content Warning: This tour contains addresses subjects that some may find upsetting including: racism, sexism, discrimination, descriptions of historical medical practices, and death.
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Join us for an unforgettable day where kids will rule the museum!
Murney Tower Museum and the Museum of Health Care invite you on Thursday, July 18th to a special day made just for kids! “Kids Take Over the Museum” is an exciting opportunity for children to see two local museums in a new way, made just for them!
This full-day event includes a broad range of special educational activities geared towards kids aged 5-12. Participants will have a chance to visit both museums, explore their stories, and engage in crafts, activities, tours, and workshops to look beyond the exhibits and connect with history firsthand. Two museums, two activities, twice the fun!
Event Details
There will be four timeslots. Each timeslot will include two educational activities, one at the Murney Tower Museum and one at the Museum of Health Care. Participants will begin the first hour of their time slot at the Murney Tower Museum, which includes a guided tour and special activity. Then they will move to the Museum of Health Care to explore the galleries and discover the connection between our medical past and present through hands-on activities, for the last hour of their time slot. Participants will have the option to attend one, multiple, or all time slots.
For full details and to buy tickets visit our event page.
Join us on Saturday, July 20th from 10am-4pm as we celebrate Doors Open Kingston! The Museum will feature behind the scenes guided tours of our amazing collections rooms happening at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Reservations are not required.
This event is free and open to all! To learn more about Doors Open Kingston visit the KAM website.
Future Events
Teddy Bear Hospital 2025
On Monday, February 17th bring your teddy bear, or other special stuffed animal to the Museum of Health Care where trained “teddy doctors and nurses” will be on hand to examine and treat your toy’s bumps, lumps, and bruises. Learn, laugh, and find out why doctors and hospitals aren’t so scary after all! The event will include hands-on activities and crafts. Suitable for ages 0-10.
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Upcoming Events
Teddy Bear Hospital 2025
On Monday, February 17th bring your teddy bear, or other special stuffed animal to the Museum of Health Care where trained “teddy doctors and nurses” will be on hand to examine and treat your toy’s bumps, lumps, and bruises. Learn, laugh, and find out why doctors and hospitals aren’t so scary after all! The event will include hands-on activities and crafts. Suitable for ages 0-10.
