the Tollkeeper’s Cottage Museum
750 Davenport Road at Bathurst Street
The Community History Project will accommodate school groups on any weekday.
Mrs. Tollkeeper demonstrates a popular 19th century game for a visiting class.
Children will enjoy a guided tour of the Museum with a focus on children’s lives in the 1800’s. They will be introduced to a variety of chores and popular 19th c games. Choose to dye with natural plant materials or “churn” butter to eat on bread. Plan to spend approximately 2 hours. For a full day itinerary combine a visit to the Tollkeeper’s Cottage with a visit to the City of Toronto Archives nearby.
To book a date contact Marilyn at tollkeeperscottage@gmail.com
Cost $6 per child
.Here are some brochures to help plan your class or group visit
Plan your Visit
the Tollkeeper’s Cottage Museum
750 Davenport Road at Bathurst Street
Open Saturdays 11-5
Kyle enjoys a cup of tea on Victoria Day at the Tollkeeper’s Cottage. See What’s On for special events.
Cost
Admission is by donation. We accept cash and e-transfer. Our Museum is run entirely by volunteers, independently of the City. Your donations are key to maintaining this rare historic building.
Getting There
Bathurst bus #7 from St. Clair West Station drops you off at our door as does
bus #127 from Dupont Station
Dedicated bike lanes run past the Museum from Avenue Road to Christie Street. There are bike rings on the sidewalk and a Bike Share station within sight.
Parking on Davenport Road is limited but free.
Email address
tollkeeperscottage@gmail.com
Nearby
Wychwood Farmer’s Market 13 Benson Ave. Saturdays 8-1
Wychwood Barns Park playground
Wychwood Park neighbourhood with Heritage Conservation designation
Purchase a self guided walking tour leaflet of Wychwood Park and
Plan to spend 1/2 hour to an hour or more entertained by an interpreter. Children and adults are intrigued to see how Torontonians lived without electricity and plumbing!