Smiths Falls Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario
Tourism Region: Lanark
The Museum celebrates the history of railways in Eastern Ontario. The cornerstone of the Museum is the 1912 station built for the Canadian Northern Railway which has been completely restored to its original condition. Visitors can get up close to a full-size 4-6-0 steam locomotive, an S-4 diesel locomotive, walk through a number of old cabooses, take a close look at box cars, passenger cars, and a variety of inspection cars. You can even visit the dentist in the Museum's dental car - a car which served the children of Northern Ontario for over 50 years.
About the Collections
Rolling stock and material culture items related to railroading.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 10,000
Archives
Photos, documents, plans, correspondence, library dedicated to Canadian railway history.
Architectural Records •
Cartographic Materials •
Electronic Records •
Prints and Drawings •
Manuscripts •
Microforms •
Films and Videos •
Photographs •
Sound Recordings •
Textual Records
Other: Historic rolling stock - steam locomotive, diesel locomotive, freight cars, speeders, handcars, telegraph items, lanterns, hardware used in railway construction.
Decorative Arts
A collection of Railway china, silverware and glass. Some railway related textiles, blankets, towels etc.
Ceramics, Porcelain or Pottery •
Costumes •
Glass •
Metalwork, Silverwork or Goldwork •
Textiles or Tapestries
Fine Arts
Period:
Historical
Media:
Mixed Media, Multimedia or Installations •
Painting •
Photography •
Prints and Drawings •
Film and Video
Human History
see below
Communications Devices
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Costumes and Accessories
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Furniture or Furnishings
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Industrial Technology and History
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Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints
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Medical History and Technology
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Memorabilia
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Transportation
: Motorized ground
: Railway
Services & Activities
Historical research into railway-related activities. A large collection of railway-related books, periodicals, photos, plans, and documents.
Research Services
The Museum's library and archives are open for researchers year-round by appointment. Phone or e-mail for appointments.
Archival Records •
Conservation or Restoration •
Films •
Library
Other: Archiveal searches of our documents on railway history.
Educational Programs
Guided school tours, railway history program,
Classes or Workshops
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Demonstrations
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Family Programs
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Films
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Lectures
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School Programs
: Age 0-4 (Pre-School)
: Age 5-11 (k-6)
: Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP)
: Age 18 and up (Post-Secondary)
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Seniors Programs
Visitor Services
A walk back in time through the railway history of Eastern Ontario.
Bilingual Services
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Guided Tours
: English
: French
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Accessible by Public Transportation
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Children's Activities or Services
: Playground
: Nursing area or Change Table
: Overnight stays
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Information Centre or Desk
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Meeting Room Rental
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Nature Trails, Walks or Gardens
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Parking Facilities
: Free
: Bus
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Gift shop
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Special Needs Facilities
: Parking
: Washrooms
: Wheelchair access
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Cloakroom
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Washrooms
Other: Gift Shop; Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Interac accepted; Washrooms;
Other Guided Tours: Guided Tours are available with advance booking. Call or e-mail the Museum.
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available •
Volunteer Training Offered
Activities: We are a non-profit all-volunteer organization. We restore our historic railway equipment to operating condition.
Member Privileges
$20 per year individual, $30 per year family. Free admissions with membership. Quarterly newsletter. Access to archives under supervision
Food Services
Picnic Area •
Reception Facilities
Internet Services
Collections •
Events •
Virtual Exhibitions •
Education •
School Visits or Programs •
Children •
Directions or Map •
Other Internet Services
Publications and Products
A limited selection of current Canadian railway books. Items can be obtained by special order. Phone or e-mail the Museum.
Annual Reports •
Books •
Brochures •
Educational kits •
Magazines •
Museum Guide •
Newsletters •
Postcards •
Posters •
Tour Packages •
T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps •
Commemorative Souvenirs •
Videos
Map
Location
| Address: |
90 William Street West Smiths Falls Ontario, Ontario K7A 5A5 See Map |
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| Telephone: | (613) 283-5696 |
| Fax: | (613) 283-7211 |
| Mailing Address: |
Smiths Falls Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario Box 962, Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 5A5 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Seasonal
Self-guided tours; school, youth and group tours; youth overnights; gift shop;
Open: Hours 10 am - 4:30 pm. July 1 - Sept 3 open daily; May 18 - June 30 Wednesday - Sunday; September - December - weekends only
Closed:
After hours - By Appointment
Admission:
Charged
Adults $5.00, Seniors $3.00, Students (12 & up) $3.00 Children (3 - 11) $2.00, Under 3 free. Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Interac accepted.
Discounts:
Groups •
Seniors •
Students
