Tett Centre is nestled within the historic J.K. Tett Centre heritage building on the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario in Kingston, Ontario. Together with its resident arts organizations, Tett is part of a thriving arts hub that also includes Queen’s University's world class performing arts facility, the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts.

Visit our Tett Tenants page for information.

Building + Office Closure Dates

The J.K. Tett Centre will be closed to the public in 2026:

  • Friday, April 3 - Good Friday
  • Monday, May 18 - Victoria Day 
  • Wednesday, July 1 - Canada Day
  • Monday, August 3 - Civic Holiday
  • Monday, September 7 - Labour Day
  • Monday, October 12 - Thanksgiving Day
  • Wednesday, December 23 to Friday January 1 (opening Saturday January 2) - Winter Holiday Break

Tett main office will be closed for the full day on Monday, April 6 for Easter Monday, but the building will remain open to the public. The main office will also be closed partially on Wednesday, September 30 for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, as well as Wednesday, November 11 for Remembrance Day, to give Tett staff an opportunity to participate in community initiatives and activities on those days.

Location & Parking

Getting Here

Here are some guidelines around getting to the J.K. Tett Centre and enjoying your visit!

Public Transit and Active Transportation

The 501/502 + 31/32 buses stop right in front of and across the street from the J.K. Tett Centre. You can plan out your bus trip or download the map here. 

There are also a number of bicycle racks on site and a special pedestrian crossing located on King Street. 

Parking

Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning does not regulate the parking at the J.K. Tett Centre, with the exception of a few 5-minute parking spots. Together with our neighbours, the Isabel Bader Centre for Performing Arts, we hope to direct you to available parking that is regulated by Queen's University on-site or available nearby.

Prefer a detailed document? Take a look at our location and parking guide here.

 

Aerial view of Isabel Bader and Tett Centres near the waterfront. Labels indicate upper and lower parking lots, accessible parking, 5-minute parking and King St W.

 

Weekday Parking: Monday to Friday 8AM - 6PM

Parking is available in the lower lot adjacent to the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts from 8AM - 6PM weekdays via the HONK app, which can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. Use unnumbered spots only.

Parking in the accessible lot adjacent to the J.K. Tett Centre is for those with Tett parking passes or with accessibility needs only. 

Weeknight Parking: Monday to Friday after 6PM

Parking is available in the lower lot adjacent to the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts for free after 6PM.

Parking in the accessible lot adjacent to J.K. Tett Centre is (including the numbered spots) for those with accessible parking passes only.

Weekend Parking: Saturday and Sunday

Parking is available in the lower lot adjacent to the Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts for free on Saturdays and Sundays.

Parking in the accessible lot adjacent to J.K. Tett Centre is (including the numbered spots) for those with accessible parking passes only.

Accessible Parking

Accessible parking spaces are available in both the lower parking lot and the accessible lot adjacent to the J.K. Tett Centre.

Please ensure your government-issued accessible parking permit is visible and follow the signage requirements as indicated.

Drop-off and Pick-up

There are three drop-off spots in front of the J.K. Tett Centre. Please note these spots can only be used for up to 5 minutes. There is also a drop-off area available in the turn-around but cars cannot be left unattended as this is also a fire route.

Off-site Parking

Additional parking is available

  • in the Corrections Canada upper parking lot off King Street West (HONK app; no sidewalk access)
  • at Providence Continuing Care at 340 Union Street
  • on side streets (Ellerbeck Street, Livingston Avenue and Pembroke Street). Please do not block driveways.

Accessibility

Service Animals

Our building welcomes service animals in all areas accessible to the general public.

Entrances

The building can be accessed from the front, north entrance on King Street West and the rear, south patio entrance. The front doors are automatic sliding doors. If necessary, access to a side loading door can be provided.

Modifications for the Visually Impaired

The entrances are equipped with truncated domes for the visually impaired to indicate a change of surface level. These can be found in our staircases as well. 

Passenger Drop-Off

Tett staff are available to assist patrons at the main entrance. Please contact Tett staff at info@tettcentre.org prior to arrival to arrange assistance.

There are accessible parking spaces in the Tett Centre’s front parking lot.

Elevators

There is an elevator that provides access to all three floors of the building. Tett staff are happy to assist you while using the elevator. 

Restrooms

Each floor has a barrier-free washroom. These facilities are also equipped with adult changing tables and emergency buttons for the comfort and safety of all of our visitors.

For more information about our accessible features, please contact us at info@tettcentre.org.

Note: we are in the process of creating an Access Notes document, which will be posted on this page and available to download as a PDF. Please check back later for updates.