The Lost Villages Museum

The Lost Villages Museum The museum consists of ten heritage buildings, moved and restored to Ault Park from The Lost Villages and surrounding townships by Lost Villages Hist Soc.

Self guided tours, historical interpreters on site for assistance. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopaedia

The Lost Villages are ten communities in the Canadian province of Ontario, in the former townships of Cornwall and Osnabruck (now South Stormont) near Cornwall, which were permanently submerged by the creation of the Saint Lawrence Seaway in 1958. The flooding was expected and planned for as

the result of the Moses-Saunders Power Dam construction, that began in August 1954. In the weeks and months leading up to the inundation, families and businesses in the affected communities were moved to the new planned communities of Long Sault and Ingleside. These negotiations were controversial, however, as many residents of the communities felt that market value compensation was insufficient since the Seaway plan had already depressed property values in the region. The town of Iroquois was also flooded, but was relocated 1.5 kilometres north rather than abandoned. Another community, Morrisburg, was partially submerged as well, but the area to be flooded was moved to higher ground within the same townsite. In all, approximately 6500 people were displaced by the project, 530 buildings moved, and countless other homes, schools, and businessed demolished. A portion of the provincial Highway 2 in the area was flooded; the highway was rebuilt along a Canadian National Railway right-of-way in the area.

05/28/2026
Things are coming together for Canada Day at the Lost Villages Museum! 🇨🇦We now have a full slate of entertainers lined ...
05/28/2026

Things are coming together for Canada Day at the Lost Villages Museum! 🇨🇦

We now have a full slate of entertainers lined up for the day, along with family fun including Little Rays Reptiles, mini train rides, children’s activities, vendors, displays, and more.

There is still lots of space available for vendors and non-profit groups who would like to participate in this exciting community celebration.

Join us Wednesday, July 1, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lost Villages Museum in Long Sault for a fun-filled day for all ages!

Our senior summer staff pictured here, Evan Bilmer and Owen Belanger, busy painting the floor in our canteen at the Farr...
05/27/2026

Our senior summer staff pictured here, Evan Bilmer and Owen Belanger, busy painting the floor in our canteen at the Farran’s Point Pavilion.

Oops… came up just a bit short on paint, but otherwise it’s looking great! 🎨👏

Paint run this morning and they’ll finish it up today.

🇨🇦🎉 Come join us this Canada Day at the Museum for a fun-filled day for all ages! 🎉🇨🇦The Lost Villages Historical Societ...
05/15/2026

🇨🇦🎉 Come join us this Canada Day at the Museum for a fun-filled day for all ages! 🎉🇨🇦

The Lost Villages Historical Society welcomes everyone to celebrate at the beautiful Lost Villages Museum on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Enjoy a full day of:
🎶 On-stage entertainment
🦎 Little Rays Reptiles
🎨 Children’s activity area
🚂 Mini train rides
🛍️ Vendors & community displays
🌭 Fundraising BBQ
🍓 Strawberry Social for LVHS

A wonderful celebration of community, history, and Canadian pride for the whole family! 🇨🇦

Special thanks to our sponsors:
❤️ Heritage Canada
⚡ Ontario Power Generation
🏡 Storm Realty

📅 2026 Coming Events at the Museum🚪 Opening Day – June 1stThe museum officially opens for the season!🕙 Open daily from 1...
05/13/2026

📅 2026 Coming Events at the Museum

🚪 Opening Day – June 1st
The museum officially opens for the season!
🕙 Open daily from 10 AM – 5 PM
📍 June through August

🚴 June 10 – Longue Sault Public School Bikeathon
We’re excited to welcome students and families for this annual community event!

🎨 June 14 – W3G Artisans in the Park
Come explore unique handcrafted creations, local artisans, and a wonderful day in the park.

🍁 July 1st – Canada Day Celebration 🇨🇦
Join us from 10 AM – 3 PM for a fun-filled day celebrating Canada Day at the museum!

Stay tuned for more summer events, demonstrations, and special activities throughout the season! ☀️🏡

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉Richard Waldroff, Jim Brownell, Sylvin Ca...
05/12/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉

Richard Waldroff, Jim Brownell, Sylvin Castonguay

🌸 Drop by Sunset Cove Retirement Living today for their Mother’s Day Market! 🌸Be sure to stop in at the Lost Villages Hi...
05/09/2026

🌸 Drop by Sunset Cove Retirement Living today for their Mother’s Day Market! 🌸

Be sure to stop in at the Lost Villages Historical Society booth and say hi to Evan and Owen, two of our summer interpreters. They’ll have a wonderful selection of items perfect for Mother’s Day giving. 🎁

🛍️ Shop local
😊 Meet our interpreters
💐 Find a special gift for Mom

Hope to see you there!

🌿 MAY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING & DINNER 🌿The Annual General Meeting of the Lost Villages Historical Society will be held a...
05/05/2026

🌿 MAY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING & DINNER 🌿

The Annual General Meeting of the Lost Villages Historical Society will be held at
St. Matthew’s Presbyterian Church Hall
on Monday, May 18, 2026.

🕠 Evening Schedule:

* 5:30 PM – Social Time (meet & mingle)
* 6:00 PM – Delicious Ham Dinner
(includes dessert, tea & coffee)
* 💲 Cost: $25.00 per person

📌 Reserve your spot by Monday, May 11

* 📧 Email: [email protected]
* 📞 Phone: 613-534-2423 (please leave a message if no answer)

👉 Don’t wait—seating is limited!
Come out and support the Historical Society and the many volunteers who help keep our local history alive.

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🎤 FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER

We are delighted to welcome Carol Goddard

Her presentation:
“November 1813 in Stormont and Dundas”

Explore key moments from the War of 1812, including:

* The Battle of Hoople Creek
* The Battle of Crysler’s Farm
* Local stories from Stormont & Dundas during the conflict

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⚔️ LOOKING AHEAD

This presentation is a perfect lead-in to the Battle of Crysler’s Farm Re-Enactment on July 11–12, 2026.

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✨ Join us for an evening of history, community, and great food!

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🌸 Join us for a wonderful day out at the Mother’s Day Market! 🌸Stop by the LVHS table at Sunset Cove Retirement Living o...
05/04/2026

🌸 Join us for a wonderful day out at the Mother’s Day Market! 🌸

Stop by the LVHS table at Sunset Cove Retirement Living on May 9th from 10 AM – 4 PM.

Evan and Owen, our summer interpreters, will be there to help you with your shopping—or share stories and history of the Lost Villages!

🛍️ Shop for Mother’s Day gifts (and more!)
🌭 Enjoy a FREE BBQ
🎁 Discover unique finds from local vendors

Bring a friend, treat Mom, and make a day of it—we hope to see you there! 💐

FOR SALE: Are you interested in Martintown's history? Would you like to add these books to your library. "The Story o...
05/01/2026

FOR SALE: Are you interested in Martintown's history? Would you like to add these books to your library. "The Story of Martintown - A Pioneer Village" (autographed by author) and "Horse and Buggy Days in Martintown - 1900-1940" could be yours for $50.00 + $8.00 for shipping and handling. Just $50.00 for pickup. Payment by cash or etransfer to [email protected]. (in the description please list what your paying for)

Excellent condition, with some shading on the black cover of "The Story of Martintown - A Pioneer Village".

Address

Fran Laflamme Drive, Ault Park
Ingleside, ON
K0C1P0

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+16135342197

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