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Monday 10am - 4pm Tuesday 10am - 4pm Wednesday 10am - 4pm Thursday 10am - 4pm Friday 10am - 4pm Saturday 10am - 4pm Sunday 10am - 4pm

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Fryfogel Tavern & Arboretum

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Fryfogel Tavern & Arboretum

Perth County's oldest European structure! Built by Swiss immigrant Sebastian Fryfogel in 1844. Open Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00am - 4:00pm

Definition of an Arboretum: Webster's Dictionary defines an arboretum as "a space for the scientific study and public display of various species of trees (and shrubs and plants)". Distinct from a park an arboretum is an educational conservancy promoting the awareness that the natural environment needs protection & deserves concern. Mission Statement: The Fryfogel Arboretum seeks to engage, educa

te and enrich it's visitors so they may become better stewards of nature and the environment. This mission will be achieved through the care and utilization of both the historic Fryfogel Tavern and the surrounding five acre (2 HA) property now being developed as a long term Arboretum project - an on going gift for future generations! Goals: It is our intention to re-establish those trees, shrubs and plants which are and were indigenous to our local area as well as those of southwestern Ontario such as the trees of the Carolinian Forest - that tract of land at the most southern part of the province. Paths will be established, new trees will be planted along these paths across the property. The trees and shrubs and plants will be conserved and identified in their natural settings for study and appreciation. We will consider additional exciting installations such as an historic apple orchard as the arboretum project moves forward. As well it is our intention to investigate how we might be involved in conservation of threatened plants of Ontario!

05/29/2026

The 2026 season is about to start here at Fryfogel’s Historic Tavern and Arboretum! Stay tuned.

04/27/2026

We are hiring!

Are you looking for a unique summer job, steeped in local history? Fryfogel's Tavern and Arboretum is looking to fill three (3) summer positions!

Duties will include greeting and interacting with visitors, teaching youth about pioneer life during our summer day camp, assisting in the hosting of events and activities, and more!

Interested applicants are encouraged to send their resume to [email protected] by Friday, May 8th, 2026

04/11/2026

Would your child like to experience what life was like as a pioneer? Then we have some exciting news for you!

UPDATE: Registration is now FULL for our July summer day camp

However, due to popular demand, Fryfogel's Historic Tavern and Inn has decided to host its FIRST ever AUGUST day camp!

Activities include:
- Pioneer games
- Soap and candle making
- Scavenger hunt
- Historical crafts
- Bug Catching
- Berry Picking
- A tour of the building and much more!

Spots are limited, so sign up as soon as possible to reserve your spot!
*Payment must be made by 8:00pm on May 8th, 2026 to secure your spot

Link to register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-6NJ9RQD5_L143sMknT-wrVWUsNZRF9XPP5qgcAH_pr78Aw/viewform

Please provide your child/children with a lunch and snacks that they can eat while at camp.

Questions? Please email [email protected]

We are looking forward to having another fun filled summer!

02/22/2026

01/26/2026

Would your child like to experience what life was like as a pioneer? Then we have some exciting news for you!

Fryfogel's Summer Day Camp is back by popular demand, and registration is NOW OPEN!

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION:
Register and pay BEFORE March 1st, 2026 to receive 10% OFF!

REGULAR REGISTRATION:
March 1st, 2026 and later

Activities include:
- Pioneer games
- Soap and candle making
- Scavenger hunt
- Historical crafts
- Bug Catching
- Berry Picking
- A tour of the building
and much more!

Spots are limited, so sign up as soon as possible to reserve your spot!

Link to register:
https://forms.gle/3qv6TSFEYPP268sZA

*Please provide your child/children with a lunch and snacks that they can eat while at camp

Questions? Please email [email protected]

We are looking forward to having another fun filled summer!

12/02/2025

Two of our board members took a trip to objekts, an 1840s farmhouse which was built around the same time as the tavern! Here are some similarities they noticed between the two buildings:

10/29/2025

Thinking of coming out to our movie night tomorrow?
Make sure to register to save your seat!
Link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4jmGVPtH32OL_-HFN08rn3DEUeyxGcRz3osz7b5v4VXfj0A/viewform?usp=header

09/07/2025

Our updated hours for September!

08/27/2025

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Open House on Saturday! We were so excited to officially unveil the newly renovated Proprietor’s office!

A special thanks to Wild Hog Country Market, The Stratford Perth Museum, and Zenfire Pottery & Mercantile for donating some wonderful door prizes! Winners have been contacted.

08/22/2025

We had a great time during our cyanotype workshop! While we are not hosting any more workshops this year, cyanotype prints will be available for purchase at our Annual Open House, which is happening tomorrow, August 23 from 11:00-2:00! We hope to see you there!

Address

1931 Line 34 Perth East
Perth East, ON
ONTARIO

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

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