Canada's Penitentiary Museum

Canada's Penitentiary Museum is an award-winning institution in Kingston, Ontario, dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of federal penitentiaries. Located in Cedarhedge, the former residence of Kingston Penitentiary's warden, the museum celebrates the birthplace of Canada's Correctional Service.

Logo of Canada's Penitentiary Museum
Address

555 King Street West
Kingston
Ontario
K7L 4Y8
Canada

Opening Hours

Currently closed; reopening May 2026

Admission

Charitable donation suggested