by Amy Zoethout | Jun 29, 2026
The Witness Blanket, created by master carver Carey Newman, is a powerful art installation that honours residential school survivors and children, while symbolizing reconciliation. A reproduction of this work, will be on display at the Huron County Museum from July 20-Sept. 4, 2026.
To learn more about this exhibit, the Museum is hosting two screenings (July 26 & Aug. 16) of the feature documentary film Picking Up the Pieces: The Making of the Witness Blanket. The film weaves the stories of objects in the Witness Blanket with Newman’s personal journey, and examines how art can open our hearts to the pain of truth and the beauty of resilience.
Space is limited so reserve your seat below.
The screening is included with regular admission to the museum or FREE with a Museum membership or Huron County Library card.
by Amy Zoethout | Jun 9, 2026
The Huron County Museum is turning 75 and you’re invited to the celebration!
In the spirit of founder Joseph Herbert Neill, all are welcome to join us for an anniversary party packed with creative fun and interactive activities for all ages.
Join us for any or all of these creative activities:
- SOLD OUT – 1-4 p.m.: Artist Bethany Davidson – Glass & Textiles workshop. Use simple embroidery techniques to secure pieces of stained glass into a mosaic/design of your choosing. Please reserve your free spot below. Participants can join the day of if space permits.
- 2 p.m.: Formal remarks and cupcakes (while supplies last)!
- 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.: Trash Theatre – Mask making workshop. Transform into your favourite endangered species by making a 3-D mask by using items from the recycling bin. Once you learn this technique you can make a mask from basic items almost anywhere. Plaster Gauze and other styles of mask making also available. Drop-in activity.
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Train Display – Danny & Nancy Smith. Train display includes Thomas the Tank Engine and Percy.
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Digital Scavenger Hunt – Explore the Museum and learn about local history through this unique digital experience!
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Museum Assistant and Local Artist Ellyson – Doodle Booth. – Step up to our doodle booth to receive your own hand drawn portrait!
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: FREE admission to the Huron County Museum and Historic Gaol!
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Crafts and lawn games
Portrait of Museum founder Joseph Neill used with permission from the family of artist Jack McLaren.
by Amy Zoethout | Feb 24, 2026
The Huron County Museum & Historic Gaol is launching a new community oral history initiative designed to help preserve local stories, memories and lived experiences. To support the public in documenting their own histories, the Museum is hosting free workshops that will introduce participants to oral history project planning, interview techniques, recording basics, and ethical guidelines. Whether you’re working on a community project, building a family archive, or just want to interview your grandmother, this session will give you the tools and confidence to start.
Register online for one of the following sessions – registration details beside each workshop date:
Capacity is limited, so register early for one of these free sessions.
by Amy Zoethout | Dec 22, 2025
The Huron County Museum & Historic Gaol is launching a new community oral history initiative designed to help preserve local stories, memories and lived experiences. To support the public in documenting their own histories, the Museum is hosting free workshops that will introduce participants to oral history project planning, interview techniques, recording basics, and ethical guidelines. Whether you’re working on a community project, building a family archive, or just want to interview your grandmother, this session will give you the tools and confidence to start.
Register online for one of the following sessions – registration details beside each workshop date:
Capacity is limited, so register early for one of these free sessions.
