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Huron Historic Gaol Celebration Event – Goderich

July 5 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Huron Historic Gaol celebrates 50 years as a National Historic Site

Event Highlights:

  • Free Admission, Activities and Refreshments: 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Formal Remarks & Welcome: 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • Past Staff Reunion: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Drop by to reminisce with former colleagues, view historical photos and uniforms, and receive a special souvenir. Past staff are also welcome to share memories and photos ahead of time by contacting museum@huroncounty.ca.

50 years ago, on July 5, 1975, a crowd gathered to unveil the plaque commemorating the Gaol’s official status and to celebrate its rebirth as a museum.

To celebrate five decades of heritage, history, and community we will be hosting a full day of activities, including live music, hands-on activities, and a reunion of past museum staff.

Details

Date:
July 5
Time:
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
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Website:
https://www.huroncounty.ca/news/huron-historic-gaol-celebrates-50-years-as-a-national-historic-site/