The Alexander Henry was built at the Port Arthur Shipbuilding Company and launched in 1958. It provided ice breaking service on the upper Great Lakes until 1984 when it was retired to Kingston. It is the largest artifact in the museum collection. Accomodation is provided for up to 48 guests in quarters ranging from the Captain's suite to the crews' bunk rooms.
All cabins are on the outside with a view.
One and two berth cabins with washing facilities are available, some have private washrooms. Convenient to Downtown Kingston, the ship is within easy walking distance of restaurants, docks, entertainment and other heritage attractions. Since 1985 the ship has been host to over 23,000 thousand guests with the net proceeds going directly toward the maintenance of the ship and the operation of the museum. Canadian per cabin, with many cabins accommodating two or more persons. Over 24,000 guests since 1986.