Poor House Tours - Historic Places Days

Poor House Tours

Wellington County Museum and Archives
Type
Tour
Address
0536 Wellington Road 18, Fergus, ON, Canada
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When
6 July - 28 September, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Take a tour inside the Poor House – now home to the Wellington County Museum and Archives, a National Historic Site. Built in 1877 as a place of refuge for the poor, homeless, and destitute people of Wellington County, this guided tour brings to life the stories of the people who spent their lives here. Occurring on Saturdays through July to September. No registration is required, drops ins are welcome. Tickets are $5 per person, or $10 per family.

Web Link: www.wellington.ca/museum 

Amenities

  • Family-Friendly
  • Guided Tour
  • National Historic Site
  • Parking
  • Washrooms
  • Wheelchair Access

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