MHC newest partner in exciting Ancient DNA Centre project
Where did smallpox and its many less famous cousins come from?
Molecular anthropologists Dr. Ana Duggan and Dr.…
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Based in Kingston, ON, our mission at the Museum of Health Care is to connect learners of all ages with Canadian health care’s complex and intriguing history.
Explore our blog to learn about select pieces from our 40,000 artifact collection, discover lesser known history about the medical profession, or take a look at our at-home educational activities.
Nineteenth-Century Gynaecology: A History in Objects
the landscape of gynaecology changed dramatically during the nineteenth century. Along with experimentation, research, and increasing knowledge…
Prostitution Regulation and Public Health: The Contagious Diseases Acts of Britain
Over the last 4 years, I have dedicated my time to researching and writing about the Contagious Diseases…
We are Hiring! Collections Intern Position Available
The Museum of Health Care is hiring a Collections Intern for the Fall 2023 to Spring 2024 period!
Rockwood Asylum featured in new exhibit at the Museum of Health Care
The Museum of Health Care at Kingston has installed a new temporary exhibit, with Rockwood as the first subject.
Colloquially…
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Sick City: Unlocking the Secrets of Kingston’s Medical History
The Museum of Health Care’s Sick City Outdoor Guided Walking Tours have returned for the summer!
Walk in the footsteps…
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Doors Open 2023 at the Museum of Health Care
The theme for this year’s Doors Open is FOOD. Visit the Museum during Doors Open and explore the connection between…
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The Young Husband (From the Collection #31)
The Story Advice manuals as a distinct form of literature began appearing as early as the 17th century. William A. Alcott…
Von Graefe’s Cataract Knife (From the Collection #32)
The Story Cataracts are an opacity of the eye’s crystalline lens, found behind the pupil. This opacity stops rays of…
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…
Virtual Scavenger Hunt
Did you see that! There seems to be some Lego figures hiding in the museum just waiting for you to…
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