Doors Open returns to Kawartha Lakes on September 15, 2024
We are excited to announce that Doors Open is returning to Kawartha Lakes on Sunday September 15, 2024! Join us for a day of exploration as we open the doors to some of our unique places and spaces in Kawartha Lakes.
Doors Open Kawartha Lakes offers the opportunity to tour a variety of unique historic sites throughout Fenelon Falls, Sturgeon Point, and Bobcaygeon free of charge.
The tours will be self-guided, allowing you to explore at your own pace. You can start where you want and only go to the sites that interest you or you can use one of our sample itineraries for a more structured approach. The sample itineraries will help you make the most out of your day by guiding you through the sites and showcases, and providing suggestions for great local food and other nearby attractions worth exploring.
This year, Doors Open Kawartha Lakes will showcase 13 sites:
Boyd Heritage Museum, Bobcaygeon
Fenelon Falls Station Gallery
Sturgeon Point Union Church
Sturgeon Point Walking Tour
Kawartha Lakes Fire Station 22, Fenelon Falls
The Grove Theatre, Fenelon Falls
Christ Anglican Church, Bobcaygeon
St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Fenelon Falls
Maryboro Lodge, Fenelon Falls
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Fenelon Falls
Fenelon Falls Generating Station
Edgewood Dry Stone Wall, Bobcaygeon
All sites will be open 10am to 4pm unless otherwise noted, visit the Doors Open page to confirm hours of operation and to learn more about the sites.
The Fenelon Falls Generating Station will offer tours at 10am, 11am and 1pm. Space is limited, pre-registration is strongly recommended.
Doors Open Passport Contest
New this year! Pick up your official Kawartha Lakes Doors Open Passport at any participating site on September 15. Visit three or more sites, get your passport stamped, and drop it off at your last stop for a chance to win great local prizes.
Doors Open Kawartha Lakes is a part of the Doors Open Ontario program which runs annually, May through October. Doors Open Ontario showcases the buildings, natural spaces, infrastructure and cultural landscapes that shape and define communities throughout the province.
