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The AGM is going virtual this year. All pertinent documents are included in the link below and up-to-date members have until May 22 to signify concurrence or to raise observations. If you have any comments or questions, please email or phone the museum by May 22.  AGM PackageRead more

The Glengarry Pioneer Museum is proud to adhere to a set of policies that comply with the standards set by the Ontario Museums Association: GovernanceCollections ManagementConservationPhysical PlantHuman ResourcesCommunityExhibitionEducationResearchFinanceRead more

Christmas Arts & Crafts Auction COMINING SOON! Opens Friday, Nov.20th at NOON During this unusual year, the museum had a delayed opening in July. Only 2 out of the scheduled 10 events took place. We had a successful and modified Historical Driving Tour, as well as hosted the Glengarry Artists’ Collective who mounted an artRead more

Financial Donations As a not-for-profit, charitable organization, financial donations to the GPM are fully tax-deductible, and may be directed toward specific or general categories or projects. Donations can go towards the purchase of required equipment, general museum maintenance, collections care and management, or exhibit improvements. The GPM also encourages program, or event sponsorship. We alsoRead more

On Saturday, September 21, 2019 join the FREE Glengarry Routes Heritage Bus Tour of North Glengarry Township. It’s a “hop on, hop off” tour of heritage locations, where you can visit local artists, listen to live music and learn about the history of ‘Where Ontario Began’. This event is being organized in conjunction with theRead more

The Glengarry Pioneer Museum has partnered with local libraries in Stormont Dundas and Glengarry and in Prescott Russell Counties.  The libraries from SD&G, Casselman and Vankleek Hill have agreed to promote museums across this region. Go to your local library and ask to borrow a Museum Pass to attend the Glengarry Pioneer Museum for FREE!Read more

Celebrating its 9th annual engagement; living history reenactors, historians and tourists alike have gathered at the Glengarry Pioneer Museum for its one-of-a-kind portrayal of what life was like for all classes of people in Upper/Lower Canada during the War of 1812.   Nine museum buildings will come to life. Historical interpreters and reenactors will animateRead more

Glengarry Pioneer Museum volunteers provide hours of valuable assistance. Some help on a regular basis, while others prefer to be called “as-needed.”   The GPM has a deep tradition of volunteer’s giving their time.   Without it the museum would not be where it is today. As a volunteer with us we hope you are able toRead more

Weddings / Picnics / Events The Glengarry Pioneer Museum is located in the quaint village of Dunvegan, just 10 minutes off the hwy. 417.   The grounds and buildings can provide an ideal setting for weddings, family reunions or other events. The site includes a large, rustic picnic shelter with access to public washrooms, electricity andRead more

Museum Hours MAY 18 – SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Tuesday to Sunday Closed Mondays SEPTEMBER 3 – SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 Weekends 10:00 am – 4:00 pm During the week by appointment Museum admission is by donation SPECIAL EVENT ADMISSION (please confirm when buying tickets) Non-members – $12 Members – $6 FamiliesRead more