PumpHouse

Notable as Canada's oldest original waterworks, the PumpHouse is a must-visit when in Kingston for those who get excited about old machinery — and especially old steam-powered machinery. Built in 1851 in response to devastating fires and cholera outbreaks, the museum is one of only six such facilities to have survived in North America. In 1973 the Pump House Steam Museum was presented to the city as a gift for the city’s Tercentenary celebrations. Given its rich history, the museum has significant cultural value.

The PumpHouse is an integral component in the architectural heritage of Kingston’s waterfront and demonstrates a high degree of craftsmanship. The incongruous shed-roofed 1950s addition, in brown brick that clashed with the red brick found on the rest of the building, was demolished. The glass envelope of the new structure gives a direct view of the masonry wall from the 1917 portion of the museum. By retaining this important feature, visitors who arrive at the Pump House Steam Museum from the rear pass through a threshold upon entering that clearly distinguishes the old and new.

Location: 23 Ontario St, Kingston, Canada
Website: https://www.kingstonpumphouse.ca/
Tel: 1 613-544-7867
Hour: 10:00 AM - 16:00 PM
Google Rating: 4.4/5