Lester-Garland House
Tourism Region: Eastern Newfoundland
The Lester-Garland House was reconstructed as a museum and education centre to rekindle, promote and celebrate the strong cultural links between Newfoundland and Poole (and the hinterland region known as Wessex) in the west of England. It will provide a visable means of interpreting the historic links between these two areas and will also illustrate the role of Trinity as a centre of trade and commerce in the 17th - 19th centuries.
About the Collections
Historic house that belonged to an English-Newfoundland merchant. Original furnishings from the 17th - 19th centuries.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 150
Archives
Local historical documents
Mercantile records
Church records
Court records
Personal Manuscripts
Photographs
Architectural Records •
Prints and Drawings •
Manuscripts •
Photographs •
Textual Records
Decorative Arts
Household furnishing from 1820 period.
Furniture or Furnishings
Fine Arts
Media:
Painting •
Photography •
Prints and Drawings
Human History
Historic house and furnishings from 17th - 19th centuries
Clocks or Time-Keeping Devices
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Furniture or Furnishings
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Household Objects or Domestic Technology
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Local History
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Manuscripts
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Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints
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Marine History and Technology
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Medals
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Military History and Technology
Services & Activities
Educational Programs
Interprative Guides
Research Services
Can provide general history of the area
Archival Records •
Conservation or Restoration •
Genealogical Research •
Information Centre
Other: Research can be completed on site, a one time registration fee of $10.00 is required.
Research can also be completed by staff for $10.00 per hour.
Educational Programs
History of the area
Genealogy
Classes or Workshops
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Lectures
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School Programs
: 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
Guided tours
Films and Videos
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Guided Tours
: English
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Meeting Room Rental
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Parking Facilities
: Free
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Gift shop
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Special Needs Facilities
: Parking
: Washrooms
: Wheelchairs available
: Wheelchair access
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Cloakroom
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Washrooms
Other: Parking not provided by the museum but freely available close by.
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available
Number of Volunteers: 12
Activities: Guides
Program Information/Displays
Member Privileges
Become a member of the Trinity Historical Society for $20.00 per year. Members receive a yearly newsletter and are admitted free of charge to the historic sites.
Food Services
Reception Facilities
Internet Services
General Information •
Collections •
Events •
Virtual Exhibitions •
Education •
School Visits or Programs •
Children •
Directions or Map •
Local History •
Online Giftshop or Bookstore
Local Tourism Links
Local Attractions •
Other Services
Other Services
Catering can be arranged when renting the meeting room.
Publications and Products
Small gift shop
Books •
Brochures •
CD-ROMS •
Postcards •
Posters •
Commemorative Souvenirs
Featured Images
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Map
Location
| Address: |
West St. Trinity, Newfoundland and Labrador A0C 2S0 See Map |
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| Telephone: | 709-464-3599 |
| Fax: | 709-464-3599 |
| Mailing Address: |
Lester-Garland House P.O. Box 8, Trinity, Newfoundland and Labrador A0C 2S0 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
By Appointment •
Seasonal
May 30 - September 30
Guided Tours
Open: 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Closed:
Admission:
Charged
$12.00 per person will provide admission to seven historic sites in Trinity (the Trinity Museum, Cooperage, Green Family Forge, Lester-Garland House, Trinity Visitor Centre, Ryan Shop and the Hiscock House).
Children 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult and are admitted free of charge.
