Discover your artistic side with a hands-on stained glass workshop at Parkwood National Historic Site. Perfect for beginners and art enthusiasts alike, this experience blends history with creativity.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2-3 hours
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required; suitable for all ages
Wildlife
History
Parkwood National Historic Site was the former estate of Samuel R. Meys and is renowned for its Tudor Revival architecture and lush gardens.
Conservation
The site emphasizes sustainable maintenance practices, preserving its historical landscapes while promoting environmental stewardship.
Parkwood National Historic Site
Discover your artistic side with a hands-on stained glass workshop at Parkwood National Historic Site. Perfect for beginners and art enthusiasts alike, this experience blends history with creativity.
Parkwood National Historic Site in Oshawa, Ontario preserves a rich cultural setting and offers a broad calendar of public programming that blends historic interpretation with hands-on experiences. The site presents guided tours and interpreted performances such as Servants' Tours and themed walks, alongside practical workshops in crafts, food, and floral design.
Programming includes seasonal markets like Retro Fest Vendor Market and Winter Fest Vendor Market, community-focused events such as Parkwood Christmas Tours and The Way Home Film Location Bus Tour, and creative workshops covering stained glass, candle making, holiday wreaths, pottery, perfume making, and culinary demonstrations. Several workshops are taught by named instructors or partners noted in event listings — for example, stained glass sessions led by Emilie Shipman-Wight and Meghan Murphy and perfume-making presented by Dakaari Fragrance House. Parkwood also stages horticultural programs in its greenhouses, including floral arrangement workshops and guided garden tours led by site staff.
Parkwood’s event listings show a mix of ticketed and free events and seasonal sell-outs, reflecting active community engagement. The site's public programs combine interpretive tours with hands-on learning opportunities across craft, food, horticulture, and holiday-themed experiences. All descriptions and event listings are presented in third person and reflect the programming and partnerships publicly listed for Parkwood National Historic Site.
Location
Oshawa, Ontario
Located in Oshawa, Ontario
Experiences
58 listed experiences
Tours, workshops, markets and events
Seasonal Events
Holiday & seasonal programming
Markets, workshops, and tours
Designation
National Historic Site
Official historic site designation
Find upcoming dates for guided tours, seasonal markets, and hands-on workshops — reserve tickets early for popular sessions and holiday events.
Choose comfortable clothing
Wear clothes that you don't mind getting stained or soldered, as the process can be messy.
Arrive early
Give yourself extra time to settle in and select your glass pieces before the workshop starts.
Bring a friend
This workshop is fun and social—bring someone to share your creative experience.
Hydrate and snack
Stay comfortable during the session with water and a small snack, especially if it's a full-day class.
Comfortable clothing
Wear clothes suitable for indoor art activities that might get stained or soldered.
Protective eyewear
Necessary for safety when soldering or handling glass.
Apron
Keeps your clothes protected from glass and solder.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the workshop.