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 […]
The Huron County Museum is pleased to partner with No Hate in Huron and the National Film Board to present two screenings of the film Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. This powerful new documentary shares an unflinching journey through Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ history, capturing the pivotal protests and passionate voices that […]
The Huron County Museum is pleased to partner with No Hate in Huron and the National Film Board to present two screenings of the film Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. This powerful new documentary shares an unflinching journey through Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ history, capturing the pivotal protests and passionate voices that […]
Join Curator of Engagement & Dialogue Sinead Cox for a presentation on the experiences of British migrant children placed in Huron County between the 1860s and the 1940s as farm labourers and domestic help. This presentation is FREE or by donation. You can donate using the museum’s donation box in the lobby for cash and […]
Join Curator of Engagement & Dialogue Sinead Cox for a presentation on the experiences of British migrant children placed in Huron County between the 1860s and the 1940s as farm labourers and domestic help. This presentation is FREE or by donation. You can donate using the museum’s donation box in the lobby for cash and […]
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 […]
Huron County Author Talk returns to the Museum on Saturday, Sept, 27, with a full day of panel discussions, book fair, and writers’ workshops. Are you a writer with a story to tell? A curious reader? Get your burning questions about the publishing industry or self-publishing answered, network with other rural authors and readers, and […]
Is this place haunted? Decide for yourself! This is a rare chance to visit the Huron Historic Gaol after dark! Two tours every Friday night through October, 6:45-8:15 p.m. or 8:30-10 p.m. This guided tour shines a flashlight into the dark corners of local history. Staff share the true stories of the prisoners and staff […]
Is this place haunted? Decide for yourself! This is a rare chance to visit the Huron Historic Gaol after dark! Two tours every Friday night through October, 6:45-8:15 p.m. or 8:30-10 p.m. This guided tour shines a flashlight into the dark corners of local history. Staff share the true stories of the prisoners and staff […]
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 […]
Join us on the PA day for a family film in the museum theatre! Included with regular admission (FREE with your Huron County Library card for for museum members). Oct. 10th at 10:30 am Superman (2025) 129 minutes, rated PG Please note that seating in the theatre is limited and on a first-come, first-serve basis. […]
Is this place haunted? Decide for yourself! This is a rare chance to visit the Huron Historic Gaol after dark! Two tours every Friday night through October, 6:45-8:15 p.m. or 8:30-10 p.m. This guided tour shines a flashlight into the dark corners of local history. Staff share the true stories of the prisoners and staff […]