NOTICE

DUE TO CURRENT WEATHER CONDITIONS

RUTHVEN PARK IS CLOSED TODAY

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15TH 2025

Upcoming events

Burns Night Supper

Saturday, January 24, 2026
$75 per person
6pm-9pm
19+ Event
Limited Tickets Remaining
Celebrate the Scottish Highlands at Ruthven Park’s Burns Night Supper, featuring traditional bagpipes, the spirited Address to a Haggis, and a roast beef or vegetarian dinner by Debb’s Cuisine on Queen. Enjoy live fiddle and acoustic music by Feed the Ducks during supper, followed by ambient lively Scottish jigs. Guests can also explore the mansion on a special tour highlighting the Jacobite rising, the Thompson family, and their Scottish heritage.
Pre-registration required.
Tickets are non-refundable

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The Gilded Hearts High tea

February 13th & 14th 2026 | 6:00 PM
19+ Event
Let the evening unfold in the elegant setting of the Coach House, where historic stone walls and soft candlelight set the tone for a luxurious Valentine’s celebration. Romantic, graceful music drifts through the space, creating an ambience that feels both intimate and timeless.
Your evening includes:
A guided tour through the main level of the estate, sharing the Thompson family’s storied romances — tales of devotion, longing, and love woven through generations.
A lavish high tea experience featuring a curated spread of cheeses and accompaniments, a selection of teas and a glass of sparkling wine, and traditional scones, delicate sweets, and artfully crafted sandwiches.

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NOTICE

due to natural flooding, Trails are subject to closures

Use trails at own risk during inclement weather.
trails are not maintained during the winter season.

Trails are subject to intermittent closures.

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BIRD BANDING

Click below to learn more about our bird banding program, migrating seasons and ways to get involved!

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Land Acknowledgement

Ruthven Park National Historic Site Inc. gratefully acknowledges that Ruthven Park is established on land that has been inhabited by Indigenous peoples for millennia. As Canadians, we are thankful for the opportunity to live, work, and play here and we thank all those who have served and continue to serve as stewards of this special place. Recognizing the important contributions of Indigenous peoples is consistent with our commitment to making the promise of Truth and Reconciliation real in our communities.