King Heritage & Cultural Centre

05/26/2026

Join us as we celebrate Italian Heritage Month at the King Heritage & Cultural Centre! Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of bocce, scopa, music, and light refreshments while connecting with the community. This free event is a great opportunity to come together and celebrate local culture in a welcoming setting. Hosted in partnership with

05/21/2026

Take a peek behind the petticoats and explore the unseen architecture of Victorian style in Queen Victoria’s Secrets – a travelling exhibition from the City of Richmond Hill that spotlights the undergarments that enabled women to achieve a fashionable silhouette. On now at the KHCC until July 4, 2026.

Curious to learn more about Victorian fashion and underpinnings? Join us on May 28 at 7PM, when Dr. Alana McKnight will delve into the myths and realities surrounding corsets and crinolines in a guest talk! Tickets are available now on our website (link in bio).

05/20/2026

Tomorrow evening is our first ever "Nights at the Museum" and we are kicking it off with - Reel Revival: Modern Times with Charlie Chaplin!

Experience the brilliance of silent comedy at its most enduring with Modern Times starring Charlie Chaplin, presented in the historic King Christian Church. Join us to (re)discover a timeless classic that celebrates humor and the human spirit.

May 21 - $5 per person
Movie begins at 7 pm (KHCC opens at 6 pm to visit our THREE new exhibits)
Tickets still available for this and other amazing events - https://www.kingheritageandculture.ca/whats-on/events

05/16/2026

Today, we’re celebrating a historic milestone - the 173rd anniversary of the very first train to arrive at King Railway Station!

This moment marked the beginning of a new era of connection, travel, and community growth. Take a moment to imagine the sounds, the crowds, and the excitement of that first arrival.

Newly restored, the King Railway Station is now open for tours during open hours.

Step back in time this summer and discover amazing stories in your own backyard!

05/14/2026

Join us this weekend for the opening of the King City Secondary School Spring Art Showcase, where young local artists bring their talent, imagination, and fresh perspectives.

From vibrant paintings to unique mixed media works, this showcase celebrates the creativity of our community’s emerging artists.

Come out, explore, and support the next generation of creatives—you might just discover your new favourite artist!

05/07/2026

May is Museum Month in Ontario!

There is no better time to explore the stories that shaped King Township. From historic buildings to hands-on programs, the King Heritage & Cultural Centre bring our community's past to life!

05/05/2026

Step into the secrets beneath Victorian fashion! Join historian Dr. Alana McKnight for a captivating deep dive into the myths and realities around corsets, crinolines, and bustles and explore the Queen Victoria’s Secrets exhibition!

📅May 28
🕑7–9pm
🎟Tickets just $10!
➡️Register now at kingheritageandculture.ca

Dr. Alana McKnight is a Toronto-based Historian, Fashion Expert, and corset enthusiast. In this guest talk, she will delve into the myths and realities surrounding our modern perception of corsets and discuss the fascinating world of crinolines, bustles, and the full evolution of underpinnings throu...

05/01/2026

Red dresses hang in remembrance.

Each empty dress is a powerful visual reminder of the Indigenous lives taken, the families still grieving, and the ongoing need for truth, justice, and accountability.

We invite the community to pause, remember, and reflect.

04/23/2026

Discover the hidden world beneath Victorian fashion! Join Dr. Alana McKnight for a captivating talk on the myths and realities surrounding our modern perception of corsets, the fascinating world of crinolines and bustles, and the full evolution of underpinnings throughout Queen Victoria’s reign.

Presented alongside Queen Victoria’s Secrets a visiting exhibition that is on display at the KHCC from May 9 to July 4. Exhibition open to guests at 6 PM.

More info and tickets here: https://www.kingheritageandculture.ca/whats-on/events/secrets-revealed-how-undergarments-shaped-victorian-fashion

04/02/2026

This long weekend, we're open Saturday, April 4 from 10AM to 4PM! 🌷We'll be closed on Friday, April 3, Sunday, April 5, and Monday, April 6.

We're back to normal hours on Tuesday, April 7: open from 10AM-4PM, Tuesdays to Saturdays.