Custom Experiences:
Your Museum, Your Adventure!

Saturdays at the Museum aren’t just a visit- they’re a chance to turn a regular day out into something memorable! These are custom, hands-on experiences designed for curious minds of all ages, with something for every visitor.

Click the buttons below to learn more about each program. Then, complete our booking request form and we will contact you to confirm your adventure!

Captain Curator

Gather your team and explore the galleries in a whole new way as you solve puzzles, crack codes, and follow a trail of clues to save the Museum from a mischevious villian! This guided adventure challenges you to think creatively, work together, and see the Museum like never before!

Details:

  • Ideal for families & small groups
  • Escape room–style puzzles and challenges
  • Approx. 60-minute experience
  • Explore the galleries through clues, codes & discovery
  • Just $5/person – maximum of 6 people/group

Teacups and Timeless Treasures

Step into a relaxed afternoon of history, storytelling, and hands-on creativity as you revisit the charm of days gone by.

Gather your group and explore hidden treasures from the Museum’s collection while learning the art of teacup collecting—how to recognize maker’s marks and uncover the stories behind each piece. Then, get creative and craft your own teacup to take home.

Details:

  • Group experience – minimum of 4, up to 16 – priced at $15/person  
  • Learn the basics of teacup collecting & identifying maker’s marks
  • Create your own teacup using modeling clay
  • Enjoy a hands-on discovery table filled with items from the Museum collection such as hats, gloves, teacups, teapots & silver spoon

Make your child’s birthday unforgettable with a hands-on museum adventure! Kids step into a themed experience where they solve challenges, uncover stories, and explore the Museum in a fun, engaging way- whether they’re digging for fossils or cracking secret codes.

  • Designed for ages 5–12
  • Two themed experiences to choose from – Dig into Fun or Secret Agents: Museum Mystery Mission
  • Guided activities led by Museum host + gallery exploration
  • Designed for easy, stress-free hosting!

Party Package Details (Applies to All Birthday Parties)

  • Hands-on activities with a museum host (60 minutes)
  • Access to activity room from 1:15pm–3:30pm
  • Use of kitchenette (refrigerator and sink)
  • Free parking
  • Flat rate of $175.00 for up to 10 children
  • Additional children: $10 per child (up to 15 participants total) 

Request Your Museum Adventure!

Custom Bookings - Program Request

Booking Details
Please enter 2 date options to book your experience and we will do our best to accomodate your request. Please keep in mind all custom experiences take place on select Saturdays.
Captain Curator is available to book 10am - 12pm (1 hour experience)
Teacups & Timeless Treasures is available to book 1:30 - 3:30pm
Birthday parties take place from 1:15 - 3:30pm.

Acknowledgement
Thank you for your interest in booking a custom experience at the Museum!
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Museum hours

Monday – Saturday: 10am – 5pm

*closed on holiday weekend Saturdays and Mondays

Archives hours

Monday – Friday: 10am – 12pm* & 1 – 4pm

*closed from 12 –  1pm 

Macpherson House & Park hours

Tuesday – Thursday, 1 – 4pm in July & August

Museum and Archives daily rate

Ages 5+: $5
Children under age 5: Free

Museum & Archives location

97 Thomas St E, Napanee, ON K7R 4B9

Macpherson House & Park location

180 Elizabeth Street, Napanee, ON K7R 1B5

Labour Day Weekend Hours

Please note that the Museum & Archives will be closed from Saturday, August 30th - Monday, September 1st for the Labour Day long weekend.

Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 2nd, however vault retrieval from the Archives will not be available until Wednesday, September 3rd. Thank you for understanding!

Have a great long weekend!