Step into Kingston's first waterworks in operation from 1851 to 1952. Today, this magnificent building continues to serve the public as a community museum.
Please note, we have not yet opened booking for tours or programs for our 2021 exhibition.
As of June 22, 2021:
The PumpHouse is offering guided outdoor walking tours while the museum building remains closed to the public. Tours can be booked for following days and times:
Sunday - Monday: Closed
Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00am, 11:00am, 2:00pm, 3:00pm
Outdoor Guided Walking Tours - available as of June 22, 2021
60-minute tours
$5+HST per person
Guided Site Tours - not currently available
45-minute tours
1-3 guests: $15+HST
4-9 guests: $25+HST
Children's Programs - not currently available
Super-Duper Conductor
(0-4 years of age)
45 minutes
Protective Detective
(5-12 years of age)
60 minutes
1-4 guests: $20+HST
5-9 guests: $30+HST
MFAP / My Kingston Program Members
50% reduction in fees (please call for booking details).
The City of Kingston acknowledges that we are on the traditional homeland of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and the Huron-Wendat, and thanks these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land.
Today, the City is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.
Learn more about the City's reconciliation initiatives.
