Two designated heritage buildings located at the King Heritage & Cultural Centre have been restored to their original glory following a $250,000 grant. This project was funded in part by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness through the Rural Economic Development (RED) Fund, now known as the Rural Ontario Development (ROD) Program, delivered through the Ontario Ministry of Rural Affairs.
Attend the grand re-opening of the historic King Railway Station and King Christian Church on Friday, Nov. 28 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. featuring a ceremonial ribbon cutting with remarks by dignitaries and a tour of the rejuvenated mid-19th Century buildings. Light refreshments will be available in the East Gallery of the museum, where the annual Trees of Giving exhibit can also be viewed.
Renovations include the installation of heating and electrical lighting, as well as repainting of the interior walls and exterior wood paneling. Physical attributes were restored in line with their heritage designations, and access to the site was made accessible year-round.
The renovations make the facilities more user-friendly spaces for arts and cultural programming and events as well as school programs and private functions such as weddings.
