Doors Open Ottawa / Portes ouvertes Ottawa

Schedule

Sat Jun 06 2026 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

3080 Richmond Road, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario K2B 7J5 | Ottawa, ON

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Fairfields Heritage House—the former Bell family homestead—is an impressive 19th century Gothic Revival farmhouse. The recreated historic rooms of this designated heritage property tell the story of the many generations of the Bell family who made their mark on the home, property, and community over the 175 years they lived at the site. The collection of 3,000 artefacts, including furniture, personal belongings, and artwork reflect the family’s shifting priorities from farming to social issues to politics.
The museum tells the story of almost 200 years of rich, local history and the people who actively helped shape the evolution of the area. Originally built on 660 acres of farmland, the property still features lawns, gardens, a gazebo, and statuesque trees. It is the perfect destination for picnics, exploring, family-friendly activities. Join our interpreters for a guided tour of this remnant of Ottawa’s agricultural past.
Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7 from 10 am to 4 pm
Cost: Free admission (ottawa.ca/doorsopen)
Note: The museum is a historic house. Due to building standards of the time, not all parts of the museum may be accessible to all. Please note that the second floor of the museum is accessible by stairs only. If you have questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact 613-580-9638 (Nepean Museum) or [email protected]). Additional information about accessibility can be found on the museum webpage: ottawa.ca/fairfieldshouse.
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La Maison historique Fairfields, l’ancienne propriété de la famille Bell, est une impressionnante maison de ferme d’inspiration néo-gothique du 19e siècle. Les chambres restaurées de cette propriété classée « bien patrimonial » racontent l’histoire des nombreuses générations de la famille Bell, lesquelles ont laissé leur empreinte dans leur maison, sur leur propriété et dans la collectivité durant 175 années. La collection de 3 000 artéfacts, dont du mobilier, des biens personnels et des œuvres d’art, témoigne des priorités de la famille au fil des époques, passant de l’agriculture aux problèmes sociaux et à la politique.
Le musée raconte presque 200 ans de la riche histoire de la région et des gens qui ont participé si activement à son évolution. Construite à l’origine sur 660 acres de terre agricole, la propriété comporte encore des pelouses, des jardins, un belvédère et des arbres sculpturaux. Il s’agit de la destination idéale pour les pique-niques, les excursions et les activités familiales. Joignez-vous à nos interprètes pour effectuer une visite guidée de ce vestige du passé agricole d’Ottawa.
Samedi 6 juin et dimanche 7 juin, de 10 h à 16 h
Coût : Accès gratuit (ottawa.ca/portesouvertes)
Remarque : Le musée est une demeure historique. Comme celle-ci a été construite selon les normes de l’époque, il est possible que certaines parties ne soient pas accessibles pour tous. Veuillez noter que le deuxième étage du musée est accessible uniquement par des escaliers. Si vous avez des questions ou des préoccupations concernant l’accessibilité, veuillez communiquer avec le musée de Nepean, par téléphone au 613-580-9638 ou par courriel à [email protected]. Vous trouverez plus d’information en matière d’accessibilité sur la page Web du musée: ottawa.ca/maisonfairfields.
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