Admission is FREE at both the Huron County Museum and Historic Gaol for International Museum Day! The objective of International Museum Day (IMD) is to raise awareness about the fact that, “Museums are an important means of cultural exchange, enrichment of cultures and development of mutual understanding, cooperation and peace among peoples.” There will be […]
Admission is FREE at both the Huron County Museum and Historic Gaol for International Museum Day! The objective of International Museum Day (IMD) is to raise awareness about the fact that, “Museums are an important means of cultural exchange, enrichment of cultures and development of mutual understanding, cooperation and peace among peoples.” There will be […]
Drop-in to the Huron County Library’s Exeter Branch to speak with Huron County Archivist Michael Molnar. Michael will be on-hand to answer questions and provide information on the resources available through the Huron County Archives. Learn more about the archival collections, local history, genealogical research, the donation process and more! Drop in, no registration required.
Calling all dads/male caregivers and kids – we have partnered with Rural Response for Healthy Children to host a night just for you! This program features fun-filled activities, parent discussions, and social time. There will be tours of the Museum and Historic Gaol, artifact and exhibit activities, parent/child social time, healthy snacks, and games. This […]
See the Huron Historic Gaol like you’ve never seen it before when we welcome Live History to the site on Saturday, May 31 for an immersive historical experience that brings Huron County history to life. Participants will enjoy an exciting mix of escape room, quest and theatre elements while interacting with local historical characters who will share unique tasks […]
Join us for a screening of Are You Proud?, a documentary that looks at the history and impact of the 2SLGBTQIA+ movement in the UK. It’s a powerful reminder of how far we’ve come and how far we still have to go. Huron County Museum, 110 North St., Goderich 7:00 p.m. Admission: Free Check out […]
Get ready for an adventure like no other! The Huron County Museum & Historic Gaol PA Day Camps invite young explorers to dive into a world of discovery where history and imagination come to life. Each day is packed with exciting games, hands-on crafts, and interactive activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Perfect for […]
Calling all dads/male caregivers and kids – we have partnered with Rural Response for Healthy Children to host a night just for you! This program features fun-filled activities, parent discussions, and social time. There will be tours of the Museum and Historic Gaol, artifact and exhibit activities, parent/child social time, healthy snacks, and games. This […]
The movie is PG-13 and the entry is free! Donations welcome. .
Drop into the Museum each PA Day this school season to watch a family-friendly movie in the Museum theatre. Movies are included with regular admission or FREE with a Museum membership or Huron County Library card. All films start at 10:30 a.m. June 27: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Snacks are allowed in our theatre! Please […]
Behind the Bars is an interactive tour of the Huron Historic Gaol where visitors can meet in-costume actors portraying real inmates and staff from the past! Visitors will begin at different starting points inside this national historic site, and can explore at their own pace as they hear the true stories of the people who […]
On July 5th, 1975 a crowd gathered at the Huron Historic Gaol to unveil the plaque announcing its official National Historic Site designation and to celebrate the gaol’s opening as a museum. Only a few years earlier, some of those attending had fought to save the building from demolition. Join us 50 years later to […]