Cornwall Community Museum

07/16/2026

Last Sunday, Lamoureux Park west of the Museum was bursting with energy as people of all ages gathered to build and fly kites of every shape and size! As part of the Society’s Anniversary celebrations, dozens of kites filled the sky, bringing smiles, laughter, and plenty of excitement to everyone watching. Of course, with a little wind and a few calm spells, there were also a few dramatic kite crashes to keep things entertaining!

A huge thank you to Society member Elaine MacDonald and her super-organized committee for putting on such a fantastic event. What a great way to celebrate!

07/09/2026

It is hard to believe that our new website is already one year old!

Officially launched on April 30th, 2025, we continue to add new features on a regular basis.

Some new or updated features worth checking out:
- We've launched a library search tool through which you can browse what books we have in our collection (still working on the search by category filter)
- We continue to post upcoming events to the events calendar, so check it frequently
- We have added 40+ blog posts on local history and continue to add more on a weekly basis
- We periodically update our permanent and temporary exhibits
- We manage an online store through which you can register for certain events and/or purchase t-shirts, mugs, books, historic prints, and more...

In addition, our website features a member's area with more features that can be accessed by members of the SDG Historical Society - https://cornwallcommunitymuseum.com/about-the-sdg-historical-society/ become a member today!

Last but not least, we are constantly striving to digitize our collection and make more of it available online, though this takes time.

We will be sure to keep you updated as more becomes available! In the meantime, we hope that you will enjoy all the features that are currently offered.

Cornwall Community Museum & Archives operated by the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Historical Society See what we offer Business HoursTuesday: 9 am – 4 pmWed: 9 am – 4 pmThursday: 12 pm - 7 pmFriday: 12 pm - 7 pmSaturday: 9 am – 4 pmSunday: CLOSEDMonday: CLOSED About the Cornwall Community Mu...

07/01/2026

It's not too late to stop by the Cornwall Community Museum this Canada Day! We're open until 4 pm. Notably, you can escape the heat in our AC and we have other cool things to see too!

06/30/2026

The Museum Goes Kite Flying!

Ready to reach new heights? On Sunday, July 12, the Cornwall Community Museum invites you to an unforgettable day of kite building, flying, and family fun—all part of our spectacular 70th Anniversary celebrations!

Join us from 11am to 2pm for a hands-on kite building adventure. We'll provide all the materials and instructions you need to craft your very own high-flying creation, or bring your favorite kite from home and see how it measures up against our homemade masterpieces!

Simply register when you arrive at the Museum on Sunday—it's that easy! Pack a picnic basket, gather the whole family, and make a day of it. Build your kites together, then watch them dance across the sky in the lower park area just west of the Museum. The hill beside the Museum offers the perfect vantage point for picnicking while you enjoy the colorful spectacle above.

It's going to be a beautiful day of creativity, community, and celebration. Don't miss out!

For more information and updates, follow our page.
See you there—let's go fly a kite!

06/30/2026

Last Saturday, June 27, the Museum hosted a group of talented artists from Focus Art for a special Plein Air day! They set up their easels on our lawns and captured the beauty of our historic building in their own unique styles—from vibrant oil paints to delicate pen & ink, to bold crayon strokes.
The results? Absolutely stunning! ✨

This Saturday, July 4, these artists will be showcasing their finished works INSIDE the Museum. Come see our beloved Wood House reimagined through the creative vision of our local art community.
It's a rare chance to view the Museum from fresh perspectives and celebrate the intersection of art and heritage. Many thanks to artist Pierre Giroux for leading this event. Huge thanks to the artists from Focus Art who brought our Museum to life in their art.

06/15/2026

What a night!

Our 70th Anniversary celebration kicked off in spectacular style last night with our 1950s-60s Sock Hop at the RCAFA Wing! The dance floor was packed all evening thanks to the incredible Fabulous Heartbeats from Ottawa, and the hula hoop competition and best dressed parade were absolute highlights.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made this evening so special:

-The Fabulous Heartbeats – you brought the magic and kept us dancing all night!
- The RCAFA Wing – the perfect venue for our celebration
- Cornwall Olde Car Club for for posting up outside the event
- Our amazing prize sponsors: the Squire Shop, Mavericks Donuts, Tauro's Restaurant, Dwyer Glass, Roy's Florist, Cornwall Tourism, and SDG Tourism
- 241 Pizza – thank you for helping keep everyone fueled!

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us. Here's to 70 years of keeping Cornwall's stories alive!

Huge thanks to our members who organized this fantastic event and to our volunteer decorators who brought the 50s to life with their nostalgic touches!

This is just the beginning of our anniversary celebrations! Mark your calendars for our next event: Plein Air Artists with Focus Art on June 27.

06/11/2026

There is still time to get your tickets at https://cornwallcommunitymuseum.com/store/70th-anniversary-sock-hop/

Join us and the Fabulous Heartbeats for what is sure to be a good time!

05/30/2026

It's not too late to get your tickets! Spaces are limited to act fast!

🎶🕺 Get ready to rock around the clock! 💃🎵

Join us on June 13th as the 70th Anniversary celebrations kick off with a spectacular 50s-60s Sock Hop at the RCAFA Wing on Water Street!

Throw on your poodle skirts, leather jackets, saddle shoes, and vintage vibes for a night packed with music, dancing, and nostalgia. Enjoy all your favourite hits from the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll performed live by Ottawa’s own The Fabulous Heartbeats! 🎸✨

🎉 Plus:
🏆 Best dressed prizes
🌀 Hula hoop contest
💃 Jitterbug competition
🎁 Dance prizes & fun activities
🍕 Pizza at the finale!

Best of all, all ticket sales and donations support the Cornwall Community Museum ❤️

Don’t miss this unforgettable night of retro fun — grab your friends and dance the night away!

🎟️ Visit https://cornwallcommunitymuseum.com/store/70th-anniversary-sock-hop/ for more information and tickets!

05/30/2026

Come and pay us a visit!

Step back in time and experience the stories that shaped our community 🇨🇦📜

Join the Cornwall Community Museum on Saturday, June 6, 2026 for History on the Porch in Lamoureux Park as we commemorate the arrival of the Loyalists who landed on our shores on June 6, 1784.

Meet historical Loyalist characters brought to life as they share stories of:
⚓ Leaving their homes in New York
🌲 The difficult journey to Upper Canada
🏠 Building new lives in what became Cornwall and SDG Counties

Watch the exciting land lot drawing re-enactment — and even take part yourself! Will your land be rich farmland… or rocky swamp? 🌾🪨🌲

📍 Cornwall Community Museum – 160 Water Street West
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎟 Admission is FREE
🪑 Please bring your own chair

Come enjoy an afternoon of local history, storytelling, and hands-on fun for all ages!

05/16/2026

Looking for something to do on this beautiful May long weekend? Why not come down to Lamoureux Park and visit the Cornwall Community Museum :) we are open all weekend! You can also check out the splash pad or take a stroll ok the riverside trail. Plenty of things to do!

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Vous cherchez quoi faire pendant ce magnifique long week-end de mai ? Venez faire un tour au parc Lamoureux et visitez le Musée communautaire de Cornwall 😀 Nous sommes ouverts tout le week-end ! Profitez aussi des jeux d’eau ou d’une promenade sur le sentier riverain ! Il y a plein de choses à faire !