Huron County Museum

Open year round

Experience Huron County’s rich history and unique rural culture.

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Huron Historic Gaol

Open for the season

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

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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 on-line for free.

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Huron County Archives

The Huron County Archives and Reading Room is open for in-person and virtual research services.
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Museum Gift Shop

Offering in-person and virtual shopping

The Gift Shop offers a selection of unique gifts, souvenirs, games, and a new collection of locally-made cards, postcards and more!

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NOTICE: Museum closed for special event Sept. 28, 2024

Please note that the Huron County Museum is hosting a special fundraising event on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, and will be closed for regular admission.

We hope all will  join us that day for In Time, an exciting escape-room style immersive historical experience! Tickets are on sale now!

The Huron Historic Gaol will remain open Sept. 28 for regular admission from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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Explore these popular on-line resources!

Online Collection
Digitized Newspapers