Kingston Peninsula Heritage

Kingston Peninsula Heritage

  Kingston Peninsula Heritage is run by people who have a broad interest in the cultural and natural history of the Kingston Peninsula and are interested in the sharing and preservation of peninsula heritage resources. 

  Central to the museum’s offerings is the John Fisher Memorial Museum, located in the basement of the historic Macdonald Consolidated School. Here the permanent gallery showcases artifacts that reflect everyday life of Peninsula residents, while special exhibits are offered each summer in a second gallery. The Museum also houses a growing archival department featuring many resources useful for research. 

  In addition to the museum, Kingston Peninsula Heritage owns and operates the 1810 Carter House Historic Site and Tea Room. Here, during the summer, visitors can enjoy a light repast in a quiet, historic setting as well as visit artifact displays and the Julia Bates Library. 

  Kingston Peninsula Heritage is also involved in maintaining and developing points of interest that connect to the natural world. It owns two historic lighthouses; Cedars Lighthouse, Trail and picnic site and Bayswater Lighthouse. It acts as stewards of the popular Moss Glen Nature Trail. In 2024, Kingston Peninsula Heritage acquired a 200+ acre property on Kingston Creek and is currently working to develop this site as a conservation area for community use.