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Join a hands-on perfume workshop near Parkwood National Historic Site and create your own signature scent. Discover the artistry of perfumery in a fun, immersive session with expert guidance.
2 hours
easy
From $98.00
Family Friendly
Join a hands-on perfume workshop near Parkwood National Historic Site and create your own signature scent. Discover the artistry of perfumery in a fun, immersive session with expert guidance.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required, just a keen nose and creative spirit
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History
Dakaari Fragrance House has been part of the local artisan scene for over a decade, blending traditional scent-making with modern artistry.
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They prioritize eco-friendly ingredients and sustainable packaging, minimizing environmental impact.
Parkwood National Historic Site
Join a hands-on perfume workshop near Parkwood National Historic Site and create your own signature scent. Discover the artistry of perfumery in a fun, immersive session with expert guidance.
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.
Arrive early
Getting to the workshop a few minutes early ensures you settle in comfortably and start on time.
Bring a notebook
Note down scent notes and blending tips to remember your favorites and recreate later.
Wear scent-friendly clothing
Choose clothes that won’t be affected by oils in case of accidental spillage.
Taste and smell
Pause frequently to smell oils and refine your blend; patience yields better results.
Notebook and pen
Helpful for jotting down scent notes and blending ideas.
Scent-free clothing
Prevents accidental mixing of oils with your outfit.
Comfortable attire
Allows you to focus on creating without restrictions.
Small container for samples
Use to carry home additional scent samples or leftovers.