Lanark and District Museum

Tourism Region: Township of Lanark Highlands

Houses displays of tools, clothing and artifacts collected from Lanark Area Pioneer Homes, as well as a library of Canadiana Books and Genealogy Records, which includes the only complete set of Lanark Eras(1895 - 2000). These may be read on microfilm at the Perth Campus of Algonquin College, Telephone (613) 267-2859.

About the Collections

Houses displays of tools, clothing and artifacts collected from Lanark Area Pioneer Homes, as well as a library of Canadiana Books and Genealogy Records, which includes the only complete set of Lanark Eras(1895 - 2000). These may be read on microfilm at the Perth Campus of Algonquin College, Telephone (613) 267-2859.

Human History

The Caldwell display commemorates one of Lanark's earliest families - William Caldwell, who came to Canada with his family on the ship Earl of Buckinghamshire in 1821. He and his two sons (Alexander and Boyd) became important Lumber Barons of The Ottawa Valley. The Memorabalia housed in the museum will help preserve their heritage.

The Fence display shows the different styles of wooden fences built over the years since the first settlers arrived in Lanark County. EG. Stump, Stone, Snake, ETC.

The Mair Display - Charles Mair was an Author and Poet. Most of his books are long out of print, but his involvement in the Riel Rebellion makes him a person of importance in the opening of the west.

Special collection of Hand-Made Quilts depicting the artistic talents of Pioneer Women.

Costumes and Accessories • Household Objects or Domestic Technology • Imaging : Photographs • Local History • Manuscripts • Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints • Medals • Memorabilia • Military History and Technology • Musical Instruments • Religious or Liturgical Objects • Sports Equipment
Other: The Wall Map, produced in 1863 by H.F. Walling, of The United Counties of Lanark and Renfrew, illustrates the Townships and Concessions with the name of the Occupant of each lot.

Natural Sciences

Earth Science and Geological Collections
Rocks

Services & Activities

Research Services

Archival Records • Genealogical Research • Information Centre
Other: Historical Books for Consultation.

Educational Programs

School Programs

Visitor Services

Information Centre or Desk • Washrooms

Map

Location

Address:	80 George Street Lanark, Ontario K0G 1K0 See Map
Telephone:	(613) 259-5350