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The Auxiliary is a volunteer group whose activities are concerned with the preservation and enhancement of Kirkland Lake's iconic heritage property, the Museum of Northern History at the Sir Harry Oakes Chateau.
Address: 2 Chateau Drive, Kirkland Lake (Ontario) P2N 3M7
Phone:705-568-8800
Email:moc.liam@lkxuahnm
State: ON
City: Kirkland Lake
Street Number: 2 Chateau Drive
Zip Code: P2N 3M7
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HISTORY: Originally founded in 1912 as the "Tough-Oakes Mine" after the Tough Brother...
Showed up just before close but the lady curating the museum was very nice and allowed us in past closing. She really helped us learn and absorb the history of kirkland lakes including showing us what was just behind the property. She also sold me on a book celebrating 100 years of kirklands lakes by local residents and I couldn't stop reading it. The hockey and union history was eye-opening. Definitely recommend.
Really enjoyed our visit, great items on display. Sir harry Oakes life is both fascinating and tragic. The chateau is a very interesting building. Would reccomend a visit.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo wait
Would have loved to go in. We asked if we could bring the dog and the rather harsh “No” prevented us from going in. If the person could have at least engaged in some kind of friendly manner it might have been OK to leave the dog in the car. It’s all about how you address a potential visitor. Really too bad
What a fantastic place. I've been visiting annually since 2008. Many changes are made that break my heart ie. main floor exhibits changing or being closed, but what a remarkable place to get a wealth of information about the area as well as its forever evolving economy. I've brought many families and family members of all ages, and the children have enjoyed themselves. Even just once, the château is a must-see.
Very much worth a visit when you are in the area. There's lots to learn and enjoy. I was delighted by "Nancy's room" and the travelling exhibit on tattoos was a wonderful discovery. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Only consists really of 2nd floor out of 3. Wasn't much and found it a bit disappointingVisited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo
Great history. Well laid out. Place also puts on some good events.Visited onWeekdayReservation recommendedNo
Really interesting museum! Great displays, beautiful space. Wished we had longer to spend and intend to return. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNot sure
14th Annual juried Contemporary Art showVisited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo
Author Bill Glover had a book reception this afternoon. His book "Kirkland Lake Remembers" is a good history of the young men who went to war, some returning, some not.
