MUSEUM BLOG
Explore our blog to learn about pieces from Canada’s largest collection of medical artifacts, discover the lesser-known history of health care, or hear about all of the exciting developments at the Canadian Museum of Health Care.
Live! From the Museum Virtual Programming Now Available
directly from the Museum of Health Care. Facilitated by experienced Museum staff, students will take a step back in time to explore healthcare history and form connections to current health related practices and experiences. These sessions will use the Museum’s collection of artifacts to tell the fascinating story of Canada’s healthcare past in a relatable and tangible way.
Black History Month: Lillie Johnson
First Black director of public health in Ontario and founder of the Sickle Cell Association of Ontario.
Museum of Health Care Welcomes New Curator
The Board of Directors of Museum of Health Care at Kingston is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Curator. Welcome Rowena McGowan!
Black History Month: Dr. Charles R. Drew
First African-American to be an examiner for the American Board of Surgery. First director of the American Red Cross Blood Bank.
We are hiring! 2022 Summer Positions Available
The Museum of Health Care is hiring for the summer! If you are enthusiastic, creative and have an interest in working in heritage, we want to hear from you!
Teddy Bear Hospital Virtual Family Day Event
The Museum of Health Care at Kingston is encouraging all families and stuffy lovers to join in on the fun of this full day, virtual adventure to be held on Family Day, Monday February 21, 2022, 9:00am-4:00pm
Black History Month: Dr. Alexander Thomas Augusta
First African-American physician in the U.S. Army. First Black professor of medicine in the U.S. First Black hospital administrator in the U.S.
Black History Month: Dr. James McCune Smith
First African-American to hold a medical degree.