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Discover the art of perfumery at Dakaari Fragrance House within Parkwood National Historic Site. Create your own signature scent in a setting rich with history and sensory delight.
2 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover the art of perfumery at Dakaari Fragrance House within Parkwood National Historic Site. Create your own signature scent in a setting rich with history and sensory delight.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, just a willingness to smell and blend.
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History
Parkwood National Historic Site, once home to a prominent local family, was established as a heritage site in the late 20th century and now hosts cultural and recreational activities.
Conservation
The site emphasizes sustainable practices by maintaining historic landscapes and minimizing environmental impacts during events.
Parkwood National Historic Site
Discover the art of perfumery at Dakaari Fragrance House within Parkwood National Historic Site. Create your own signature scent in a setting rich with history and sensory delight.
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
Get settled and choose your oils before the workshop begins.
Bring a notebook
Jot down scent notes or personal favorites during the session.
Participate actively
Engage with the instructor to get the most out of your experience.
Take your time
Enjoy the process without rushing to craft a scent you love.
Notebook and pen
Useful for recording scent notes or personal preferences during the workshop.
Smaller tote or bag
Convenient for carrying your created perfume and other small items.
Comfortable clothing
Wear attire you don’t mind getting lightly scented.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your creative session.