Step back in time and experience the lifestyle of Canadian auto baron R.S. McLaughlin during the interwar years. The art, architecture, gardens, landscaping and original furnishings are all faithfully …
Step back in time and experience the lifestyle of Canadian auto baron R.S. McLaughlin during the interwar years. The art, architecture, gardens, landscaping and original furnishings are all faithfully preserved and are enlivened by the stories of the lives and accomplishments of his remarkable family. In 1989, Parkwood was officially designated a National Historic Site and R.S. McLaughlin was named a person of significance to Canadian heritage by Parks Canada. The dual designation of both Sam McLaughlin as an individual and Parkwood as a landmark make this site a rich and unique property and the source of tremendous pride in the community.
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Feb 10, 2025
I attended a candle making workshop. It was well organized and informative. We enjoyed the gift shop afterwards. The staff were friendly and helpful. We will definitely be coming back.Full review by Diane M
Feb 2, 2025
The greenhouses were amazing, we took so many photos!! The guides were very knoledgable. We'd recomend it everyone. Even though it was cold outside, it was very toasty inside.Full review by Doug H
Jan 24, 2025
Its was a day tour with Mary Morton tours from Toronto.I had never been there and it had been on my wish list for a very long time.Full review by peter i
I am ready to bring my mother to the Parkwood Estate tommorrow, but because we always bing my dog everywhere... Look like no dog allow to enjoy the beautiful park.... That's sad.... Is it really no pet allow? even with leash on?
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Your allowed to bring a dog if your staying at the cottages but you can’t bring the dog into the main building.
Is the site open on Sunday and is there any entry fees
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Hello. parkwood is open from 1:30-5:00 this Sunday. Starting June 1, we will be 7 days a week from 10:30-5:00. There is no fee to visit the 12 acres of grounds but there is a fee for …
Hello. parkwood is open from 1:30-5:00 this Sunday. Starting June 1, we will be 7 days a week from 10:30-5:00. There is no fee to visit the 12 acres of grounds but there is a fee for the guided house tour. If you visit our website you will find different tours and tour costs. Enjoy!
I was on a tour of the Parkwood estate just a short while ago with my daughter. We both enjoyed the tour very much. But I had a question that could not be answered by tour guide. The question is... Why is Parkwood called "Parkwood"?
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The designation refers to the estate, its built and landscaped components, as well as the period contents.
We were having a discussion about the lawns/gardens at Parkwood. I said that part is owned by the city and can be used freely like a park. The house is owned by the hospital and has tours that there is a charge for. My friend had never heard that about the lawns/gardens. I believe that was a fact we were given while on a tour there many, many years ago. I tried to find the answer by googling it but have had now luck. Could you tell me if this is true. Mary
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I believe that is correct. Anyone can walk through the gardens and there is a lively cafe open for lunch and snacks in the summer months. If you want to get married or have a …
I believe that is correct. Anyone can walk through the gardens and there is a lively cafe open for lunch and snacks in the summer months. If you want to get married or have a larger group event you need to contact them but I suggest a walk and some photo opportunities any season. Currently in the fall with the leaves changing its very nice
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