Museums & heritage · Oshawa
Parkwood National Historic Site
A historic McLaughlin estate in Oshawa with guided house tours and landscaped grounds.
About Parkwood National Historic Site
Parkwood pairs the McLaughlin family home with eleven acres of gardens. The guided Auto Baron tour focuses on the main floor; other tours open different parts of the estate on selected dates.
The grounds have grass, gravel, flagstone and paved paths. Limited complimentary parking is available for guests, and advance tour booking is recommended. The October notice currently lists Wednesday–Sunday opening from 1–5 p.m., with garden-only access on Monday and Tuesday afternoons.
What to see and do
- McLaughlin family home
- Guided Auto Baron tour
- Eleven-acre gardens
- Historic interiors
Before you go
Advance tour booking is recommended. Check current seasonal and event notices before travelling. Picnics are not permitted; dogs on the grounds must be leashed.
Visitor information checked . Check the operator’s latest notices before travelling.