The Rolph, Buchanan, Wylie and McKay Historical Society
35753 Hwy. 17,
 RR#1, Deep River, Ontario,
Tel: (613) 584-2917
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Welcome

The School House Museum is owned and operated by the Rolph, Buchanan, Wylie & McKay Historical Society. It contains a unique collections of artifacts and photographs -some dating back to the 1800's - illustrating the history of the Municipality of  Laurentian Hills , formerly the  four townships of Rolph Buchanan Wylie and McKay in the Upper Ottawa Valley. Lumbering is a major component but the Museum encompasses many facets of local history such as Hydro Electric and Nuclear Power development, railroads, pioneer farming, highway construction, life on and along the Ottawa River and home life. Social institutions, schools, churches, Scouting, Women's Institutes, etc are represented. The authentic Log House is fully furnished.

2009 EVENTS

  • Annual Strawberry Social: June 28 at the School House Museum , noon to 3 PM, enjoy fresh strawberries and cake and tea served under the towering pines by Historical Society members. Admission Adults $6.00, ten and under $3.00.

  • Annual FUN Day:26 July at the School House Museum, 12 noon to 4 PM, “Fun Day” is old fashioned, volunteer-run fun, in the buildings and under the tall pines of our beautiful grounds. There are races and games for the children, demonstrations, barbecue, baking contest, and auction, and “The Cow Paddy Bingo”. “Cow Horn” delicacies similar to Beaver Tails are sold at the kitchen window. There is something for all ages. All Museum buildings are open for browsing and should “Bessie” favor your ticket you could win $400.00 in the the Cow Paddy Contest.

  • Annual Lumberjack Supper: (Held in Chalk River Lions Hall) 25 October, 5.30 to 9 PM , an authentic Lumber camp Supper is served by volunteers. Following the meal the diners are entertained by local singers, fiddle players and step dancers of all ages. Admission Adults $20.00, ten and under $8.00

  • Museum Open: July and August – Friday thru Tuesday .11-5

 


Hours & Admission
How to get here
 

Museum Open:

June - Weekends 11:00 - 5:00
July and August – Friday thru Tuesday 11:00 - 5:00
 

Admission
  • Adults - $5

  • Youth 8-17 - $3

  • Children under 8 - Free

 Event Information

"Community Memories"

 created by member of the Schoolhouse Museum and posted on the Virtual Museum of Canada (CD copies available)

 A sample of our Collection at the Museum 
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