Huron County Museum

Experience Huron County’s rich history and unique rural culture. Open Year Round!
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Huron Historic Gaol

Discover true stories of inmates and staff who lived at this National Historic Site from 1841-1972.
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Huron County Archives

The Huron County Archives and Reading Room is open for in-person and virtual research services by appointment.
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Opening day - May 15

The Huron Historic Gaol reopens for the 2026 season on Friday, May 15.

Spring hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m. 

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Silver Screamers

A heartwarming and spine-tingling documentary that follows senior citizens creating a horror film. Screening and filmmaker talkback June 13th at 2 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. 

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Oral History Guide

Download the guide for step-by-step information to start your own oral history project!
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Huron County Oral History Project

The Huron County Museum & Historic Gaol is committed to helping community members preserve their own stories, family histories, and cultural knowledge and is launching a new community oral history initiative designed to help preserve local stories, memories and lived experiences.

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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 online for free.

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