Military Communications And Electronics Museum in Kingston, Canada – Museum Information

General Information

Museum nameMilitary Communications And Electronics Museum
CategoryMuseum
LocationKingston, Ontario,
Address 95 Craftsman Blvd, Kingston, ON K7K 7B4, Canada (View on Google Maps)

The Military Communications and Electronics Museum is a free museum located in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. It houses an impressive collection of artifacts related to military communications and signals from the early 1900s onward. The museum offers guided tours that typically last about an hour, providing visitors with insights into the evolution of military technology. Well-maintained exhibits make it easy for guests to navigate and appreciate the displays, although some areas may occasionally undergo maintenance. Accessible to all, the museum also features a gift shop.

Among the notable items in the collection are a taxidermied working dog named Warrant Officer Digger, a portrait of Pte Joan Darwin, the first female signal operator in the Canadian military, and an ENIGMA machine used during World War II. The exhibits are thoughtfully curated, highlighting the stories and experiences of those involved in military communications throughout Canadian history. Visitors can engage with informative displays, many of which are accompanied by detailed descriptions.

Gallery

Open Hours

  • Friday: 10 AM–3:30 PM
  • Monday: 10 AM–3:30 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Thursday: 10 AM–3:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 10 AM–3:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM–3:30 PM

Service options

  • Onsite services: Yes

Highlights

  • Live performances: Yes

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Yes

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral restroom: Yes
  • Restroom: Yes
  • Wi-Fi: Yes
  • Wi-Fi: No
  • Restaurant: No

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Yes
  • LGBTQ+ friendly: Yes
  • Transgender safespace: Yes

Children

  • Good for kids: Yes

Contact Information

Phone+1 613-541-4675
Website