Museums

The County Museums would be thrilled to host your child’s birthday party! 

Birthday Parties: $100 per hour

Parties can include heritage activities and/or games, and hands-on instruction in a heritage craft. Or the kids can try out a heritage recipe!

Birthday Parties are available at:

• Ameliasburgh Heritage Village, Ameliasburgh 
• Macaulay Heritage Park, Picton
• Mariners Park Museum, South Bay (seasonal)
• Rose House Museum, Waupoos (seasonal)
• Wellington Heritage Museum, Wellington (Heritage Garden – seasonal)

Contact Us to learn more, and to help us plan the perfect party for your child!

When it can be accommodated, filming and photography can be arranged at the County Museums.

Several of the Museums operate in park-like settings and are often host to impromptu outdoor photography sessions both during and outside of museum operating hours. The Museums rely on volunteers to keep our grounds beautiful. Please consider making a donation to the site if you plan on using the museum properties for a photography session.

All Museums – Filming & Photography Fees

Professional Photography – Interior and Exterior
$50 per hour

Please contact us if you are interested in filming or scheduling a photography session at The County Museums, as each request is unique!

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Filming Guidelines

Museums of Prince Edward County

• The Museums of Prince Edward County are heritage sites and utmost care must be exercised by film crews when working on museum property.
• Museums of Prince Edward County will designate a curatorial staff member to act as Site Supervisor during filming. The Site Supervisor shall have power of authority regarding use of the property and application of these guidelines. Museum staff will provide a cooperative environment for film shooting; however, they must also safeguard the historic property, its buildings and collections.
• Interior architectural features, furnishings, artwork, decorative objects and artifacts are considered priceless and irreplaceable. They must be protected at all times. The exterior architecture and landscape must also be considered in the same light.
• Particularly vulnerable rooms may only be filmed with minimal crew and equipment. These details are to be discussed and negotiated with curatorial staff prior to the commencement of filming.
• Due to space restraints the Museum site will be closed to the public during filming.

A Considerate Neighbour

• Reasonable effort must be made to minimize disruption to neighbouring residents. Notice to neighbours will be required where filming is likely to cause a disturbance in a residential area, e.g. exterior night lighting, traffic stopping, lane closures, loud noises etc.

Art Department, Set Dressing & Props

• For the most part, furniture, decorative objects and artwork may be used as set dressing. Museum staff will identify specific artifacts that may be utilized for visual interest only.
• Large pieces, such as pianos, tables, sideboards etc. must remain in their exact location.
• Sensitive artifacts and decorative objects deemed at risk will be removed to storage by Museum staff prior to film crew arrival on site.
• Some artwork, because of size or condition, must remain in original positions and may not be handled by on-set dressers or props personnel. Again, these details are to be discussed and negotiated with curatorial staff prior to the commencement of filming.
• Rugs cannot be removed and must be covered and protected.
• Any replacement dressing must not exceed the weight and dimensions of the originals.
• Heavy items, such as marble or bronze statues, large greenery arrangements, heavy mirrors or chandeliers may not be placed on original furnishings or hung from existing hooks or fixtures.
• Bookcases must be left undisturbed. Individual volumes may not be pulled and moved about as set dressing.
• Furnishings may not be removed from the premises, except in special circumstances, and with Curatorial approval, where removal for cleaning or conservation treatment will actually enhance preservation of the object.
• Use of candles or lanterns will require additional fire safety arrangements.
• On-set dressers and props personnel must be briefed on proper handling of furnishings. Decorative objects may only be moved by Museum staff.
• Personnel may not handle blinds, drapes or other window coverings due to the fragility of fabrics and hardware. Grip clips and tie-backs cannot be used on original fabrics.

Camera Department

• Use of fabric tees or other non-adhesive materials must be employed for position marking.

Construction Department

• Extensive set construction and alteration of the site is not permitted. Temporary “fill” pieces may be used providing they are light-weight, pressure-fitted, padded or felted, but there can be no construction or painting in-situ.
• Removal of existing door hardware, knobs, hinges, closing mechanisms etc. is not permitted, even temporarily.
• No adhesives may be used to affix floor or other coverings.

Lighting & Grips Departments

• Care must be taken to prevent excessive temperature fluctuations. Museum staff must be consulted in advance about cabling routes and equipment access, especially under rain or snow conditions.
• Protective mats or greenboard must be placed under equipment, stands and cases, and along all cable routes (may be wrapped in clean white sheets).
• Absolutely nothing may be taped or affixed to any surface.
• Personnel may not handle blinds, drapes or other window coverings (except shutters) due to the fragility of fabrics and hardware. Grip clips and tie-backs cannot be used on original fabrics.

• Lighting must not be aimed at or placed near paintings, prints or textiles; temporary screening will be required near light-sensitive furnishings.
• Architectural features such as pier mirrors, mouldings, valances, pilasters, cornices, decorative details and chandeliers are not permitted for adaptation as stands or supports for equipment.

Locations Department

Prep:

• Floors and carpets must be protected with duramats, greenboard or clean cotton sheets and moving blankets throughout the set areas and along any equipment/personnel routes. Doorways, walls and furnishings must also be protected with corrugated cardboard, bubble wrap or moving blankets. These will need frequent adjustments during filming to ensure continuous coverage.
• Absolutely nothing may be taped or affixed to any wall or floor surface, nor any object or furnishing, even when securing protective coverings.

Clean-Up:

• Cleanliness must be maintained during filming. Upon completion of filming, Museum staff will thoroughly clean areas used. The production company will be responsible for staffing costs related to this cleaning.

Access & Accommodations:

• Cast and crew members, guests or other personnel associated with the productions must be provided with identification tags.
• Personnel are restricted to the specific areas involved in the production that day. All other areas are to be considered off limits.
• The public washrooms are available for use during filming; however they are limited facilities. The production company may provide portable toilets to be installed on the grounds.
• Care must be taken to prevent excessive temperature fluctuations; equipment, cabling and personnel routs may be restricted accordingly.
• Personnel may not sit on any of the furniture or place anything on or against tabletops walls or other surfaces unless otherwise specified.
• Smoking is only permitted outdoors; ash cans must be provided by the Locations Department.
• The Museum office telephone, fax and photocopier are for Museum business use only.
• Advance clearances must be obtained from municipal or regional authorities for traffic stopping, lane or road closures, during move-in and/or filming.

Craft Services & Catering:

• The kitchen is not available for use by craft services. If not required for filming or prop preparation, craft services may be set up outside.
• No food or beverages may be brought in to the buildings, with the exception of food designated spaces (i.e. the tea room)
• Food garbage and other refuse must be removed from the property at the end of each day.

Dramatic Effects:

• Actions or violent movements which may damage original building fabric are not permitted, without advance approval and mitigating preparation. This includes slamming of doors, drawers and cupboards, shutters, throwing of objects and deliberate spills.

Sound:

• In most cases, mechanical/electric vibrations or noises can be reduced. Permission must be obtained by Museum staff before shutting down or unplugging any mechanical devices or appliances.

Special Effects Department

• All fireplaces are inoperable (with the exception of the Winter Kitchen at Macaulay House) 
• Smoke effects, fireworks and explosion sound effects are not permitted, either indoors or out.
• Gunshots will require advance approval by Museum staff and municipal authorities, and must respect neighbouring residents.

Transportation Department

• Parking is restricted to barest essential vehicles (i.e. generator truck & equipment trucks) on site.
• Permission for lane/road closures or County parking by-law exemptions must be obtained through municipal authorities.

Principals and Teachers, 

IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL PROGRAMS AVAILABLE – click here for information on updated programs.

Visit our museums for curriculum-based tours that are engaging, interactive and memorable! If you have a special program request, please contact us. We would love to create a custom program for you.

Pre-visits to your classroom(s) are an option we are happy to offer, free of charge! 

Program length varies from 30-90 minutes, but can be customized for your specific preferences. Our sites have ample parking for buses, and we can provide a nice spot for your students to enjoy a bag-lunch. 

Fees for school tours are $5 per student, and free admission is offered to teachers and chaperones!

Programs at Macaulay Heritage Park are offered year-round; the other museum sites offer programming seasonally, April through October.

Programs by Museum Site:
Ameliasburgh Heritage Village
Macaulay Heritage Park
Mariners Park Museum
Rose House Museum
Wellington Heritage Museum 

Programs by Grade:
Kindergarten / Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6-7
Grade 8

Site rentals for each of the museums are arranged through staff. The rental form for The County Museums can be found below, and includes an updated fee schedule for 2023.

Rental Contract for The County Museums 2023‌‌

For more information about renting one of the County Museums, please contact us.

Summer camps will return in 2024. Please contact us for availability.

Tours for Groups

For groups of 10+, private tours can be arranged depending on staff availability. Topics include the history of Consecon, Demorestville, Wellington, Waupoos or our Graveyard and Gallows tour. Contact us for more info.

Stay tuned to our events listings for any upcoming walking tours!

The County Museums would be thrilled to host your bus tour, for either a quick stop or an extended visit.

Bus Tour Rate:

Contact us for a customized rate for your bus tour. Tea and coffee can be provided for an additional fee.

The County Museums’ Curators can also provide a “Hop-On” guide service for bus tours. Available at:

• Ameliasburgh Heritage Village, Ameliasburgh
• Macaulay Heritage Park, Picton
• Mariners Park Museum, South Bay
• Rose House Museum, Waupoos
• Wellington Heritage Museum, Wellington