Thousand Islands Boat Museum
125 Water Street K7G3E3 Gananoque, ON, Canada

Say hello to Winnie and Maple! These good doggo’s love to go on adventures in the 1000 islands and are quite famous already! You might already know them from @winnie_and_maple on Instagram. Can you guess which one is Winnie and which one is maple? Tell us below ... Make sure to send us your favourite furry photos to get featured on our page! DM us or email us at: [email protected] #dogsofinstagram #dogphoto #doglovers #boatdogs #thousandislands #1000islands #gananoque #stlawrenceriver #lakeontario #woodenboats #antiqueboat #motorboat #explorecanada #explore1000islands #talesofalab

Blessing your timeline with this cool dude We’re going to pier pressure you to send us a picture of your furry friend enjoying the water and we’ll feature it every Wednesday for some much needed fun. You can send it through to our DM’s or to our email: [email protected] ... We can’t wait to see what you all share with us! #1000islands #1000islandsontario #stlawrenceriver #discoverontario #boatlife #riverdog #dogsofig #dogsofinstagram #boatdogs #marinelife #gananoque #ygk #kingstonontario

*big sigh* is it boating season yet? #boatingseason #boatlife #boatsofinstagram #sunset #sunsetgram #lakeview #lakeontario #stlawrenceriver #clayton #NY #gananoque #ygk #1000islands

Giveaway alert ..... 2 lucky winners will receive a 2021 Family Museum membership and one of these beauties, made by the elves @sunharvest Greenhouses. Wreaths will be displayed on the Boat Museum float in the Gananoque Stand Still Santa Clause Parade tonight....5:30 to 7:00 pm. Brighten up your front door, or share the and give it away as an early Christmas present! How to enter...... 1. Make sure you are following us 2. Like this post 3. Tag a friend 4. Repost to your story for an extra entry (make sure to tag us) Winners will be chosen live on Monday, December 6, 2020 at 10:00 am - tune in to watch! Pick up at Boat Museum Office, Monday to Friday.

Congratulations to Ben & Amber!! What a beautiful moment for the both of you and what an amazing backdrop

A big congratulations to our wreath winners this year Patricia Warren and Jan Shortall! At the end of the day though we’re all winners for going through this wild year. #gananoque #1000islands #christmasdecor #christmas #boatmuseum #christmascontest #smalltownliving #discoverontario

Santa will be there and so will we! Come wander the winter wonderland tomorrow from 5:30 to 7 pm. Floats, boats and fun! . . . .... #gananoque #standstillparadeoflights #standstillparade See more

Argyle: originally "Empress of India" but was renamed in 1899 This beauty operated Lake Ontario north shore (Toronto, Newcastle, Port Hope, Cobourg, Olcott Beach) & the upper St. Lawrence River. Can you guess it's choice of propulsion? Tell us in the comments below ... Time travel with us every Sunday as we showcase Doug Rombough’s extensive photo collection. Doug was born and raised here in Gananoque and has graciously shared his work with us at the Thousand Islands Boat Museum. Thank you, Doug! You can learn more about his work at: https://tilife.org/.../The-Collection-Moves-Onhellip.html... #steamboatsunday #steamboat #historicboat #boatworld #vintageboat #history #1000islands #thousandislands #lakeontario #stlawrenceriver #toronto #GTA #explore #boatmuseum #thousandislandsboatmuseum #TIBMuseum #gananoque

Aletha c. 1901-1919 Did you know this propeller driven steamboat was a ferry in Hamilton during WW1 until 1916? It’s true! Before that, her route often took her to the Bay of Quinte, Trenton, Upper St. Lawrence River and on beautiful extrusions throughout the 1000 islands. She even had 12 staterooms for her lovely guests! The black and white picture is in 1913 at Mississauga Park and the colour picture is in Picton, ON in 1910! ... Time travel with us every Sunday as we showcase Doug Rombough’s extensive photo collection! Doug was born and raised here in Gananoque and has graciously shared his work with us at the Thousand Island Boat Museum. Thank you, Doug! You can learn more about his work at: https://tilife.org//11/The-Collection-Moves-Onhellip.html #history #canadianhistory #ontariohistory #historybuff #1000islands #steamboat #bostmuseum #stlawrenceriver #explorecanada #gananoque #ygk #quinte #trenton #throwback

The countdown continues! 26 Saturdays until our fabulous and fun boat show. Mark your calendar July 10th, 2021 ... #boatshow #gananoqueboats #thousandislands #gananoqueontario #TIBMuseum #stlawrenceriver #lakeontario #woodenboats #classicboats #antiqueboats #ygk #kingstonboats #gananoquetourism #kingstontourism #visitkingston #visitgananoque

Buoy, are we excited for warmer days! Did you know we only have 29 weeks until our Boat Show on July 10th!? That’s 23 more Saturdays until June 1st and 29 more Saturdays until you’re here with us. Just thought you could use some good news! And no, It’s not too soon to start a countdown ... #summer #summer2020 #summer2021 #boatlife #boatshow #boatjokes #1000islands #onatrio #canada #gananoque #lakelife #stlawrenceriver

TGIF! Let’s have some fun and fill in the blank The wheel of a ship is the modern method of changing the angle of the rudder to change the direction of the boat or ship. It is also called the ______. #boats #woodenboats #antiqueboat #vintageboat #woodcraft #thousandislands #1000islands #gananoque #stlawrenceriver #lakeontario #thousandislandsboatmuseum #TIBMuseum #gananoqueontario

Join us Jan 28 at 7:00pm for our first lecture of 2021! Dennis & Kathi McCarthy of St. Lawrence River Historical Foundation will be presenting on Shipwrecks of ...the 1000 Islands. This event is FREE and you can join us via Google Meet using the code juo-noto-bpu. [Photo of the "Islander" shipwreck courtesy Dennis McCarthy] #antiqueboatmuseum #stlawrenceriver #shipwreck #visit1000islands #claytonNY

Who doesn’t love a paddle buddy? Especially if it’s this good boy! Everyone meet Jager . His grandmother is very proud of him. Thank you @nanmilligan for sending us this photo! Make sure to send us a picture of your furry friend enjoying the water! You can DM us or send it to our email: [email protected]... #instadog #dogsofinstagram #paddledog #paddleboard #riverdog #lakedog #lakeontario #stlawrenceriver #1000islands #thousandislands #gananoque #explore #adventure #travelcanada #discoverontario

A heartfelt thank you to the all the musicians, visitors and supporters - it’s been wonderful for the Boat Museum to share the heritage of the river and celebrate the waterfront with you all. TIBM has exciting plans for next summer, Covid resilient if need be. Follow along on our social media channels as we share highlights of future exhibits, events and programming. Not a member yet? Please support the museum and join the crew now at www.tiboatmuseum.org/join... It’s fast and easy - memberships start at just $25, and all proceeds go towards building educational programs to connect the community to our special marine heritage. Stay safe - we’ll see you again soon!

It’s Friday and the sun is shining!! Make the most of these beautiful fall days and enjoy great music on the waterfront on our socially distanced outdoor patio All proceeds from Fundraising Fridays help build and run TIBM programs and activities. Thank you for your support! . Measures we have in place to keep you safe:... Employees complete daily self-assessment Mandatory masks for staff and customers inside Sanitizer readily available Socially distanced tables Separate entrance and exit to avoid customer congestion

Weathered Siding is on deck for this Fundraising Friday! The forecast is for sunshine and warmth, so make the most of fall and enjoy great music on the waterfront at our socially distanced outdoor patio All proceeds from TIBM activities and events help build and run programs and activities. Thank you for your support!... . Measures we have in place to keep you safe: Employees complete daily self-assessment Mandatory masks for staff and customers inside Sanitizer readily available Socially distanced tables Separate entrance and exit to avoid customer congestion

Friendship has gone to her winter home . She’ll be back next spring (26 weeks but who’s counting) to celebrate the official opening of the Boathouse For now the café is still open on weekends and Weathered Siding is on deck for this Fundraising Friday! The forecast is for sunshine and warmth, so make the most of fall and enjoy great music on the waterfront at our socially distanced outdoor patio... All proceeds from TIBM activities and events help build and run programs and activities. Thank you for your support! . Measures we have in place to keep you safe: Employees complete daily self-assessment Mandatory masks for staff and customers inside Sanitizer readily available Socially distanced tables Separate entrance and exit to avoid customer congestion

Weathered Siding is on deck for Fundraising Friday! . The forecast is for sunshine and warmth, so make the most of fall and enjoy great music on the waterfront at our socially distanced outdoor patio All proceeds from TIBM activities and events help build and run programs and activities. Thank you for your support!... Measures we have in place to keep you safe: Employees complete daily self-assessment Mandatory masks for staff and customers inside Sanitizer readily available Socially distanced tables Separate entrance and exit to avoid customer congestion Commonly touched areas sanitized regularly, including furniture Washrooms cleaned on a prescribed schedule . . . . #gananoque #livemusic #1000islands #thousandislands #ygkmusic #southeasternontario #exploreontario

Make the most of fall! Friday Fundraising happens TODAY from 5-8 pm with Mike and Mike in the Boatshop Cafe. Listen to great music and learn about the Gananoque Canoe Club - while enjoying the best river views in town. We’re keeping it safe so dress warmly and rock the outdoor patio. Limited indoor seating will also be available with open air river views... Measures we have in place to keep you safe: Employees complete daily self-assessment Mandatory masks for staff and customers inside Sanitizer readily available Socially distanced tables Separate entrance and exit to avoid customer congestion Commonly touched areas sanitized regularly, including furnitureg Washrooms regularity cleaned Contact tracing in place

Make the most of fall! Friday Fundraising happens tomorrow from 5-8 pm with Mike and Mike in the Boatshop Café. Listen to great music and learn about the Gananoque Canoe Club - while enjoying the best river views in town. We’re keeping it safe so dress warmly and rock the outdoor patio. Limited indoor seating will also be available with open air river views... Measures we have in place to keep you safe: Employees complete daily self-assessment Mandatory masks for staff and customers inside Sanitizer readily available Socially distanced tables Separate entrance and exit to avoid customer congestion Commonly touched areas sanitized regularly, including furnitureg Washrooms regularity cleaned Contact tracing in place

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