Markham, Mount Joy
Markham Museum
More than twenty heritage buildings spread over 25 acres, gravel lanes and open fields, and an 1848 church standing at the quiet end.
Ideal if
"You want 19th century brick, a bandstand and open field light in one booking, and you would rather shoot somewhere nobody else in your feed has used."
Shooting here with me
Pre-wedding sessions from $351.25 → Wedding photography from $1,401.25 →
The Essentials
What to know before the shoot.
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Walking
Low-Medium
Flat grass and gravel paths across 25 acres. Heritage building interiors open only on guided tours.
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Permits
A photography permit is required for all photos taken on site except casual day out photos
so engagement and wedding sessions always need one. The permit covers two hours on the exterior grounds with a staff member guiding the session. Indoor venues are booked separately and are not guaranteed.
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Parking
On site lot at 9350 Markham Road
The museum directs visitors to the northern end of the lot, to the right of the Mount Joy Administrative Building. Accessible spaces sit in front of the John Lunau Centre doors. No parking charge is posted. The site closes on some dates for private events.
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Travel
40 to 50 min from downtown
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Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Photograph here
Want photos at Markham Museum?
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Frequently Asked
Shooting at Markham Museum.
Do I need a permit to photograph at Markham Museum?
A photography permit is required for all photos taken on site except casual day out photos, so engagement and wedding sessions always need one. The permit covers two hours on the exterior grounds with a staff member guiding the session. Indoor venues are booked separately and are not guaranteed.
Where do we park at Markham Museum?
On site lot at 9350 Markham Road. The museum directs visitors to the northern end of the lot, to the right of the Mount Joy Administrative Building. Accessible spaces sit in front of the John Lunau Centre doors. No parking charge is posted. The site closes on some dates for private events.
How much walking is involved at Markham Museum?
Walking is low-medium. Flat grass and gravel paths across 25 acres. Heritage building interiors open only on guided tours.
When is the best time of year for photos at Markham Museum?
Markham Museum is at its best in Spring, Summer, and Fall.
How far is Markham Museum from downtown Toronto?
Markham Museum is about 40 to 50 min from downtown Toronto.
Ready?
Let's shoot at Markham Museum.
Let's talk about your vision and map the perfect session.