Calendar of Events & Activities

This March Break explore the evolution of the ventilator at the Museum of Health Care! Discover how our lungs work and how ventilators have evolved over the centuries.

You will even get the chance to build your own set of lungs.

We are also excited to be hosting our friends from Murney Tower Museum who will be on-site with their own heritage activities. This week will take your breath away!

The Museum of Health Care will be open daily Monday, March 11-Friday, March 15, 10am-4pm.

Admssion by donation. Registration is not required.

Discover all the special programming happening across the city and region for March of the Museums 2024 here.

 

On Saturday, March 30th from 9 AM to 4 PM, you are invited to celebrate Easter at the Museum of Health Care and Murney Tower Museum.

This family-friendly event includes an Easter egg hunt and Easter-themed crafts. Easter eggs will be hidden in both museums waiting to be discovered.

Adventurers are encouraged to bring their own baskets. Bags will be available on-site to collect your eggs as well.

Tickets are $5 and registration is required. Walk-ins will be allowed based on capacity. Spaces are limited!  

Come and join us for a very hoppy Easter adventure at the Museum of Health Care and Murney Tower Museum.

 

On Monday, April 8th, 2024 Kingston will be in the path of totality for a once in a life time solar eclipse!

In addition to its regular hours, the Museum will be open Saturday, April 6, Sunday, April 7 10am-4pm and Monday, April 8, 10am-3pm for solar eclipse themed programming. Join us for interactive, family-friendly activities & crafts that investigate beliefs, superstitions, and traditions about the effects of events like the solar eclipse on health and the body from different cultural perspectives.

Registration is not required. Admission is by donation.

 

Future Events

Teddy Bear Hospital 2025

On Monday, February 17th bring your teddy bear, or other special stuffed animal to the Museum of Health Care where trained “teddy doctors and nurses” will be on hand to examine and treat your toy’s bumps, lumps, and bruises. Learn, laugh, and find out why doctors and hospitals aren’t so scary after all! The event will include hands-on activities and crafts. Suitable for ages 0-10.

 

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Upcoming Events

Teddy Bear Hospital 2025

On Monday, February 17th bring your teddy bear, or other special stuffed animal to the Museum of Health Care where trained “teddy doctors and nurses” will be on hand to examine and treat your toy’s bumps, lumps, and bruises. Learn, laugh, and find out why doctors and hospitals aren’t so scary after all! The event will include hands-on activities and crafts. Suitable for ages 0-10.