A Landmark in Ottawa's Rich History
You will be intrigued by the story of the Billings Family in Ottawa. It is a story spanning two centuries and five generations - a story highlighting the changing lives of the family and reflecting the growth of a backwoods settlement into a modern urban centre.
Intimate exhibits of family heirlooms, personal belongings and other possessions such as furniture, tools, paintings, documents and photographs illustrate the intertwined stories of family and community. Feel free to browse on your own or to take a tour with one of our friendly, knowledgeable guides. Or, as scheduled, take part in hands-on activities, lively special events, presentations, tours and educational lectures and workshops. Call us for a calendar of activities.
The spacious grounds feature lush lawns, colourful and fragrant flower beds, heritage trees and shrubs, wooded slopes, centuries-old pathways and a shady picnic area.
Programs and Services
In the Summer...
Pause to enjoy refreshments under a gaily striped marquee. Tea on The Lawn is served Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sundays from noon until 4:30pm. from June 1 to Labour Day (Schedule subject to change).
- educational and tailor-made programs and tours for schools and groups;
- "Heritage to go"
- outreach presentations
- picturesque photographic settings
- a Museum Shop
- satisfying volunteer opportunities
- membership in the "Friends of the Billings Estate Museum"
- free parking
Accessibility
The main floor of the Museum, including the permanent exhibits, a meeting/program room, the Museum Shop and the washrooms are accessible to persons of limited mobility.
The Billings Estate Museum is just minutes from downtown, 10 kilometres south of Parliament Hill. The Museum is also close to the Billings Bridge Shopping Plaza and Transit Station, and to the bicycle path which runs along the south side of the Rideau River. For bus routes and schedules call OC Transpo at 741-4390 for the latest information.
Hours and Admissions
May 15-October 31, Wednesday to Sunday, from noon until 5pm.
Closed Thanksgiving Weekend
Admission fees
Adults $ 2.50
Seniors $ 2.00
Children
Youth(5-17) $1.50
Under 5 free
Ask about our family discount.
A modest surcharge may apply to special event programs.
Group and School Tours are available year-round by advance appointment. A modest fee is charge.
To inquire about visiting the Museum or about our activities, tours, services etc., call or write:
The Billings Estate Museum
2100 Cabot Street
Ottawa, Ontario K1H 6K1
Tel.: (613) 247-4830
Fax: (613) 247-4832
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