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Shipwrights by Improbable Escapes

Shipwrights by Improbable Escapes​An immersive ‘escape room’ experience with nautical-themed puzzles and challenges. Suitable for groups of 2-6 people.

Special Events

There’s always something new on the horizon. Discover our upcoming events, spread the word, and mark your calendar.

Children &
Youth (Age 5-13)

Programs to ignite curiosity and provide opportunity for exploration! Delivered virtually or in-person, these group programs can be adapted for ages 5-13.

Nautical
Nights

The Nautical Nights Speaker Series, in partnership with Kingston Yacht Club (KYC), has become an annual tradition at the Great Lakes Museum.

Lifelong
Learning

Life-long learning is a journey of continuous growth and development, enriching our lives with new knowledge and perspectives. Immerse yourself in the history of the Great Lakes!

About the
Collection

Archives and artefacts. A library collection covering all aspects of Canadian shipping and marine heritage. Photographs, shipping company collections and shipbuilding and design collections.

Ship Lists

A selection of unique registers of ships and individuals that were compiled to facilitate the research process.

Ways of Giving

Donate your time. Donate your money. Become a member. Leave a gift in your will. There are many ways to support the museum and we appreciate your interest in supporting the Great Lakes Museum!

The Story of the Great Lakes Museum

‘Know the Ropes’ – Museum News & Stories

Explore the rich maritime history of the Great Lakes, read the stories of our artefacts, find out interesting information to share at your next party! Know the Ropes shares a mix of museum news and interesting stories.

Kelly Pope-Wiley

Kelly Pope-Wiley

Vice-Chair

Kelly brings over 20 years of progressive marketing and communications experience across education, media, fundraising, and provincial and municipal government roles. During her career she has led teams to develop successful communication and marketing strategies. She has also contributed and led highly successful teams in the development of detailed financial plans to support clients organisation-wide strategic plans, and the development and launch of brands; the growth of college enrolment; the creation of communication strategies and issues management. Kelly has an Advanced Diploma in Business Marketing from St. Lawrence College (1995) and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Laurentian University (2016). Currently, she is a Consultant with IG Wealth Management. Prior to joining the Museum’s Board, Kelly served as a director on the Community Foundation of Greater Kingston’s board, a trustee for the Davies Foundation and a member of many community committees supporting the arts, sports, tourism, innovation and marketing initiatives.