History comes to life - The visitor's experience
Mackenzie House is the restored home of William Lyon Mackenzie, Toronto's first Mayor, a radical journalist and publisher, and leader of the Rebellion of 1837 in Upper Canada.
This house was given to Mackenzie by friends and supporters, when he retired from public life, and in recognition of his many years of serving the community.
William Lyon Mackenzie was named as a National Historic Person of Canada in 1949.
The museum offers visitors the chance to explore the recreated 1850s print shop and modern gallery and enjoy the many changing exhibitions.
Learn more and tour the online virtual exhibit!
Mackenzie House is one of 10 historic museums operated by Toronto Culture. Toronto's Historic Museums engage visitors, inspire passion, challenge ideas and connect the past to the present.
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This museum participates in the Cultural Access Pass program.
A gift to each new Canadian citizen during their first year of citizenship, the Cultural Access Pass provides complimentary admission to more than 1,000 of Canada's cultural treasures, 25 of which are in Toronto.
"A truly great gift to showcase Toronto to its newest inhabitants, the Cultural Access Pass has opened my eyes to the hidden gems that are a part of it."
- Joseph P
For more information, visit: Cultural Access Pass
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Admission
Note: Prices do not include applicable taxes
Regular admission
Adults: $6.19
Seniors (65 +): $3.54
Youth (13-18 yrs.): $3.54
Children (5-12 yrs.): $2.65
Children (4 and under): Free
Holiday season admission (mid-November - early January)
Adults: $7.08
Seniors (65 +): $4.42
Youth (13-18 yrs.): $4.42
Children (5-12 yrs.): $4.42
Children (4 and under): Free
Hours of operation
Please note: Group bookings are accepted 7 days a week; morning, afternoon, and evening, year-round.
January - April |
Saturday - Sunday
Noon - 5 p.m. |
March Break |
Monday - Friday
Noon - 4 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday
Noon - 5 p.m. |
May - Labour Day |
Tuesday - Sunday
Noon - 5 p.m. |
September - December |
Tuesday - Friday
Noon - 4 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday
Noon - 5 p.m. |
Christmas Eve, New Years Eve Day |
Noon - 3 p.m |
Mondays, Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day |
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Don't miss our annual events!
- Robbie Burns Day Celebration
- Annual Festival of Storytelling
- Doors Open Toronto
- Victorian Christmas traditions
Please search Toronto festivals and events calendar by venue for more information on all events offered at the Mackenzie House or check our featured events page.
Directions
82 Bond Street Map it
2 blocks east of Yonge St., south of Dundas Street East
machouse@toronto.ca
416-392-6915
TTC
Take the Yonge/University subway line to Dundas subway station, exit to surface and walk two blocks east to Bond Street. Or, take either the Dundas or Queen streetcar to Bond Street and walk south from Dundas Street East or north from Queen Street East. For specific TTC route and schedule information call 416-393-4636 (INFO) or visit the TTC website.
On-site services
- Parking: commercial lots nearby
- Public washrooms
- Special needs: Partial accessibility.
Please call 416-392-6915 for specific accessibility questions.
- Gift shop
