Laurier House National Historic Site of Canada

Activities

Special Events 2009

Doors Open Ottawa
Discover the hidden gems of Ottawa. Laurier House offers free admission as a participant in the community celebration of Ottawa’s treasured sites.
http://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/userfiles/HTML/nts_1_9735_1.html
June 6th and 7th, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Afternoon Tea
Enjoy the splendour of yesteryear while relaxing in the wicker furniture on the historic veranda of Laurier House, nestled on the restored grounds while enjoying a cup of tea and a gourmet scone. This experience includes a guided visit of Laurier House
Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (June 11 through August 29)
$9.80 per person by reservation

Heritage Theatre
Step back in time to relive the experiences of the two most prominent residents of Laurier House with The Parks Canada players as they re-enact the day to day trials and tribulations of Laurier and King. Be entertained while enjoying tea on the veranda. This experience includes a guided tour of Laurier House.
Sunday afternoons at 1:00 and 3:00 in July and August
$14.70 per person by reservation

Candlelit Tour
Glimpse into the personal life of Prime Minister King as Edward the Butler takes you behind the scenes. The candlelit tour of Laurier House evokes a sense of the personalities that shaped the politics of the first half of the 20th Century.
Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. (July 8 through August 26)
$9.80 per person by reservation

Canada Day – 1 July
Join us for a series of family oriented activities including daytime Launch of Candlelit Tour, Croquet on the lawn, Refreshments
Free admission

Karsh Trail
Explore the unique relationship between world renowned photographer Yousuf Karsh and Prime Minister King while viewing the rare collection of Karsh photography at Laurier House. June 12 through September 13
http://www.festivalkarsh.ca/

For more information please call Laurier House at 613-992-8142.