Community Waterfront Heritage Centre

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Hours:
  • The Community Waterfront Heritage Centre is open daily 10 am to 4 pm, from Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving Day, or by chance and appointment.
Fees:
  • Admission by donation.
  • Accessible
  • Partially Accessible
  • Support Animals
  • Gift Shop
  • Parking
  • Guided Tours

The Community Waterfront Heritage Centre (CWHC) is located on Owen Sound’s picturesque harbour at 1155 1st Ave West, in a historic 1932 CN Rail Station, it is the last train station of its kind in Ontario. The museum features artifacts & archives, working train models, a 1930s CNR caboose and the 1953 CNR train car. Be sure to check out the exquisite ship model collection, and if you are there at 12 or 5 p.m. enjoy the sound of the historic Kennedy Whistle.

 

The CWHC is a charitable, volunteer based organization, committed to preserving the rich marine, rail and industrial history of Owen Sound. For more details visit waterfrontheritage.ca, like us on FaceBook, or call 519-371-3333. The Community Waterfront Heritage Centre is open daily 10 am to 4 pm, from Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving Day.

Type: Community Museum