Huron County Museum

Experience Huron County’s rich history and unique rural culture. Open Year Round!

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Huron Historic Gaol

Discover true stories of inmates and staff who lived at this National Historic Site from 1841-1972.

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Huron County Archives

The Huron County Archives and Reading Room is open for in-person and virtual research services by appointment.

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Artsy Afternoon

Drop into the Museum on select Saturdays for fun, hands-on crafts for young visitors. Each week features a different project—so there’s always something new to make and take home!

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Letter to my Tribe

Join us Friday, Nov. 21, for one of two free screenings of the film Letter to my Tribe, followed by a Q&A and discussion with filmmaker b.h. Yael. Coffee & refreshments included.

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Meet Wild Birds!

Wild Ontario visits the Museum on Nov. 21 for a one-hour program about birds-of-prey. Learn about Ontario’s most incredible hunters, and meet the birds up close. Tickets required.

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On Now: Art Show & Sale

The 2025 Huron County Art Show & Sale is on now at the Huron County Museum! This year’s show features 44 artworks from artists from across the County.

The show is on until Dec. 14, 2025.

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A Virtual Museum

Browse the Huron County Museum and Historic Gaol’s virtual collection from the comfort of your own home!

Access historic newspapers, artifacts, photographs, videos, and historic documents online for free.

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