Grey Highlands Museum

Grey Highlands Museum The Grey Highlands Museum celebrates the history and heritage of Grey Highlands, and the people who c Entry fee is by donation.

This Saturday, the Grey Highlands Museum will be at Gold Rush Days from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Maxwell Community Centr...
06/25/2026

This Saturday, the Grey Highlands Museum will be at Gold Rush Days from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Maxwell Community Centre.

Visit our table on June 27, 2026, to explore some mystery artifacts, view a slideshow of our Grey Highlands 25th Anniversary Line Drawings, and purchase our new GH25 Prints and Soy Candles.

New location, same amazing community spirit.

See you this Saturday in Maxwell.

Today at the Grey Highlands Museum, soccer in on the store monitor, our popular GH25 prints are back in stock, and our n...
06/24/2026

Today at the Grey Highlands Museum, soccer in on the store monitor, our popular GH25 prints are back in stock, and our new locally inspired candles have arrived!

Whether you're stopping in to catch a match, pick up a unique gift, or simply spend some time exploring the stories that shaped our community, there's plenty to discover in Grey Highlands.

Every second Wednesday for the rest of the year, we’ll be sharing a moment in Grey Highlands history, paired with a one-...
06/24/2026

Every second Wednesday for the rest of the year, we’ll be sharing a moment in Grey Highlands history, paired with a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork. Just as our shared history never truly breaks, our anniversary art will be created by a single, continuous line… pen never lifting from paper.

Each drawing will weave together familiar landmarks, quiet rural moments, and defining milestones from the past quarter century, forming a visual tapestry of Grey Highlands and the remarkable people who call it home.

Twenty-five stories. Twenty-five uninterrupted lines. One community, traced thoughtfully across time, and this week we’re featuring a newsworthy story.

INSTALLATION NINE: THE FLESHERTON ADVANCE

Founded on June 1, 1881 by A.R. Fawcett, The Flesherton Advance became one of Grey County’s longest-running community newspapers, chronicling the people, events, and everyday life of Artemesia and the surrounding countryside.

Operating from its office on Collingwood Street in downtown Flesherton, the paper documented everything from local politics and agricultural fairs to wartime news and community celebrations.

For generations, the Collingwood Street office stood as a familiar part of the village streetscape, where stories from across Grey County were gathered and shared each week. More than simply reporting the news, The Advance helped preserve the history and character of small rural communities, becoming an enduring voice of local life in the area.

Over the past week, the Grey Highlands Museum welcomed six school groups and nearly 120 students through our doors to ex...
06/23/2026

Over the past week, the Grey Highlands Museum welcomed six school groups and nearly 120 students through our doors to explore the history and heritage of the place they call home.

Together, we created line drawings celebrating Grey Highlands' 25th Anniversary, played in the park, shared stories, and discovered the people, places, and events that shaped our community.

Before heading home, each student left their signature on our gallery chalkboard. Looking at this wall of names, we're reminded that history isn't just about the past. It's about the people who will carry these stories into the future.

Inspirational, educational, occasionally exhausting, but always pure magic. Thank you to every student, teacher, and volunteer who helped make this week so special.

Monday, June 22, 2026We love a full museum, but appreciate that some guests would prefer to explore the history and heri...
06/22/2026

Monday, June 22, 2026

We love a full museum, but appreciate that some guests would prefer to explore the history and heritage of Grey Highlands at a less hectic pace.

If crowds or loud noises will adversely affect your visit, please take note that we have numerous school groups booked both today and tomorrow.

We look forward to seeing you soon at the Grey Highland Museum.

MUSEUM MONDAYBefore churches became permanent landmarks in many rural Grey Highlands communities, congregations often ga...
06/22/2026

MUSEUM MONDAY

Before churches became permanent landmarks in many rural Grey Highlands communities, congregations often gathered wherever space could be found. In Proton Station, members of Trinity Anglican Church first met inside the local Orange Hall, a modest beginning that reflected the determination and faith of the growing community.

In 1915, local residents came together to construct a proper church, much of it built through volunteer labour. The resulting building was an impressive red brick structure featuring stained glass windows, a full basement, and a tall bell tower that stood prominently over the village. Early spiritual leadership was provided by Rev. Abbott and later Rev. Blackwell, while Mrs. Stinson faithfully served as the church’s first and only organist for thirty-eight years, filling the sanctuary with music through baptisms, weddings, funerals, and weekly gatherings.

Though Trinity Anglican Church ceased operation in the late 1930s, its story remains an important reminder of how rural communities built more than roads and businesses. They built places of gathering, comfort, and shared identity, often through the collective effort of neighbours working side by side.

Announcing the perfect addition to our Grey Highlands 25th Anniversary collection, handcrafted candles by our friends at...
06/18/2026

Announcing the perfect addition to our Grey Highlands 25th Anniversary collection, handcrafted candles by our friends at Serendipity Candles. Four beautiful designs, with carefully considered scents to match each location.

Old Baldy Lookout • notes of Eucalyptus + Cedarwood + Blue Spruce

Feversham Gorge • notes of Sandalwood + Patchouli + Mossy Woods

Eugenia Falls • notes of Frankincense + Ocean Waves + Rosemary

Flesherton Pond • notes of Mountain Air + Cool Aqua + Eucalyptus

Available in two unique looks: An 8oz mason jar, topped with a rose gold lid (boxed) for $28.00 plus tax or the sleek 4oz black ‘travel tin’ for $14.00 plus tax

Each candle is made from 100% pure soy wax, ensuring a clean, eco-friendly burn - free from parabens, phosphates, and harsh chemicals. Each candle has a cotton wick for a smooth, even burn and is made with plant-based ingredients, the perfect choice for an eco-conscious, healthy home.

Available exclusively in the Grey Highlands Museum Store @ 40 Sydenham Street in Flesherton, Ontario.

MUSEUM MONDAYIn small towns across rural Ontario, sports were more than recreation—they were community glue. Football cl...
06/15/2026

MUSEUM MONDAY

In small towns across rural Ontario, sports were more than recreation—they were community glue. Football clubs like this 1905 Kimberley team brought together farmers, labourers, shopkeepers, and neighbours on makeshift pitches carved out beside churches, schools, and fairgrounds.

Soccer was especially popular because it required little equipment, could be organized quickly, and reflected the traditions many British settlers brought with them to Canada. Long before arenas and organized leagues dominated rural life, teams like this one gave communities a shared identity, fierce local pride, and stories that lingered long after the final whistle.

Pictured here are (front row-left to right) Les Lawrence, Fred Hutchinson, Ernie Buckingham, Jasper Stuart, Stanley Ferguson (middle row) Ernie Proctor, Bill Rear, Charles Stuart, Jasper Gilbert, George Cairns (back row) Harry Thompson, Fred Stuart, and Jack Lawrence

Every second Wednesday for the rest of the year, we’ll be sharing a moment in Grey Highlands history, paired with a one-...
06/10/2026

Every second Wednesday for the rest of the year, we’ll be sharing a moment in Grey Highlands history, paired with a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork. Just as our shared history never truly breaks, our anniversary art will be created by a single, continuous line… pen never lifting from paper.

Each drawing will weave together familiar landmarks, quiet rural moments, and defining milestones from the past quarter century, forming a visual tapestry of Grey Highlands and the remarkable people who call it home.

Twenty-five stories. Twenty-five uninterrupted lines. One community, traced thoughtfully across time, and this week we’re featuring a story about connectivity.

INSTALLATION EIGHT: CPR TRESTLE OVER THE SAUGEEN

In 1907, workmen harnessed the power of horses and brute determination to construct a wooden trestle over the Saugeen River at Priceville—part of the CPR’s effort to stitch rural Ontario into a vital rail network. By then, the CPR had taken over the Toronto, Grey & Bruce Railway, which originally linked Toronto to Owen Sound. This trestle ensured Priceville stayed connected—northward to Owen Sound, southward toward Toronto—keeping people, goods, and letters flowing.

Priceville itself was founded in the mid-19th century, named after settler John Price, and grew as a farming community. The rail line transformed it into a key stop, connecting this small village to the wider world and giving its local history a lasting link.

Exciting News:From June 8th to 19th, 2026, the Grey Highlands Museum will be welcoming special guest curators, each shar...
06/08/2026

Exciting News:

From June 8th to 19th, 2026, the Grey Highlands Museum will be welcoming special guest curators, each sharing their unique local stories.

Whether they’re reflecting on growing up in the Highlands or offering insights into affordable housing, every visit promises a fresh perspective. Drop by for a chat and immerse yourself in their firsthand experiences while you explore the history and heritage of Grey Highlands.

Please note that museum hours may change during these guest curator visits. For any last-minute updates, follow us on social media.

Address

40 Sydenham Street, PO Box 299
Flesherton, ON
N0C1E0

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 7pm

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+15199242843

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