Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum

Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum Preserving our town’s history for the generations of tomorrow. The Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum has a large collection of local artifacts.
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https://www.instagram.com/carletonplacemuseum/ It is also home to a growing number of photographs and archival materials relating to local families. The Museum has attractive exhibits for all ages and is wheelchair accessible. Erected in 1872, the building which now houses the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum served the community

of Carleton Place as Town Hall and lock up until 1879, and as Victoria Public school until 1969. The museum is run by the Carleton Place and Beckwith Historical Society. Since 1979 the Historical Society has made an effort to preserve and promote the heritage of the communities of Carleton Place and Beckwith Township. Our members are united by a desire to conserve and share local history.

06/03/2026
05/29/2026

Come see our new summer exhibit tomorrow, Saturday, May 30.
It's all about McArthur Island through the years. Bates and Innes produced knitwear in the stone mill there between 1907 and 1963.

Larry McGregor will be here from 11 to 1, demonstrating this Gearhart Circular Sock Knitting Machine, originally patented in the late 1800s. Drop in and have a look and a chat!

This aerial view of McArthur Island was taken on May 6, 1963. There’s so many interesting things to see here if you zoom...
05/27/2026

This aerial view of McArthur Island was taken on May 6, 1963.
There’s so many interesting things to see here if you zoom in, including the town dump, east of Princess Street (can anyone tell us what that building was?), a glimpse of the Beckwith Street arena, the hydroelectric plant on the north side of the river, and a working rail line making its way through town.

Taking your gal to the game? Or for a drive? You need an “O.V.” brand Kozy Rug! They were made right here in town at Bat...
05/25/2026

Taking your gal to the game? Or for a drive?
You need an “O.V.” brand Kozy Rug! They were made right here in town at Bates and Innes on McArthur Island.
Bates and Innes operated 1907 - 1963. These images are from their 1932 catalogue.

Our cherry tree is in full bloom! Come for a stroll through the gardens and the museum today! We’re open 10 to 4!
05/20/2026

Our cherry tree is in full bloom! Come for a stroll through the gardens and the museum today! We’re open 10 to 4!

It's Victoria Day!Our building was home to Victoria School from 1879 to 1969; thousands of children passed through the d...
05/18/2026

It's Victoria Day!
Our building was home to Victoria School from 1879 to 1969; thousands of children passed through the doors, learned their ABC's, got into mischief and played in the schoolyard.
Victoria School was named for its location in Victoria Ward, located on the north side of the Mississippi River.
Carleton Place was at one time divided into three wards: Dufferin (Mississippi River to Lake Avenue), Stanley (Lake Avenue to Highway 7) and Victoria (entire north side of the river).

Eldon "Joe" Henderson, wearing his uniform as Leader of The Orange Young Britons in 1962. This extraordinary man served ...
05/13/2026

Eldon "Joe" Henderson, wearing his uniform as Leader of The Orange Young Britons in 1962. This extraordinary man served the community with his involvement in the Orange Lodge, O.Y.B Band, Marching Saints, Chamber of Commerce, 150th Anniversary Committee, Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee, Hydro Electric Commission, Minor Baseball, Hospital Board, the Canoe Club and more.
Of course, he also served as Mayor from 1973 to 1976.

Did you know that Mayor Henderson chose the "257" telephone exchange for Carleton Place? He chose this number to honour the Orange Young Britons Lodge #257, of which he had become a member at the age of 14!

Come early to shop, get gardening advice,and support the Horticultural Society. They do a fabulous job keeping our garde...
05/12/2026

Come early to shop, get gardening advice,and support the Horticultural Society. They do a fabulous job keeping our gardens so beautiful.

Annual Spring Plant Sale - Victoria School Museum Garden - May 23, 2026 - 8:30-11:30 AM - Come early for best selection - Roses, Grasses, Hostas, and many, many more.

Address

267 Edmund Street, Carleton Place
Carleton Place, ON
K7C3E8

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

613-253-7013

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