The historic Mackenzie Printery building in the village of Queenston, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, the restored 1820s home where William Lyon Mackenzie printed the Colonial Advocate.

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Mackenzie Printery & Newspaper Museum

Set in a limestone building that was briefly the home of newspaperman and rebel politician William Lyon Mackenzie, this museum traces the evolution of printing across roughly five centuries. Visitors can watch and try working heritage presses and a linotype, guided by knowledgeable interpreters.

Its centrepiece is the Louis Roy Press, believed to be the oldest surviving wooden printing press in Canada. Operated seasonally by the Niagara Parks Commission, the site offers a hands-on look at how news and law once reached early Upper Canada.

Family friendly
Price
Budget
Recommended visit
About 45 minutes
Parking
Free parking
Accessibility
Due to the historic nature of the building, it currently requires the use of stairs to enter and does not have an elevator.
Seasonal
Open May-October
Phone
(905) 262-5676

Verified July 2026

Good to know

Is Mackenzie Printery & Newspaper Museum wheelchair accessible?

Due to the historic nature of the building, it currently requires the use of stairs to enter and does not have an elevator.

How long should you spend at Mackenzie Printery & Newspaper Museum?

Plan on about About 45 minutes.

Is Mackenzie Printery & Newspaper Museum free to visit?

No — Mackenzie Printery & Newspaper Museum charges admission.

Is there parking at Mackenzie Printery & Newspaper Museum?

Free parking.

Is Mackenzie Printery & Newspaper Museum good for kids?

Yes — Mackenzie Printery & Newspaper Museum is family-friendly.

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