The museum will be displaying antique tractors, traction engine, stationary engines and farm exhibits. We will have a contest of strength by inviting local teams to try to pull a 1/2 scale traction engine over a distance of ten feet in the quickest time. Also to raise money for our future General store build we’ll […]

Join the 1st Hussars to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings. The day will include the march past of our Troops, Veterans and Cavalry troop, a service of Remembrance at Holy Roller, static displays of military vehicles, bands, and a choir. Food trucks will also be available throughout the park. Admission is FREE […]

Ring in the holiday season at the Wellington County Museum Christmas Market! Featuring a local handmade market, delicious holiday treats, live musical entertainment, a visit with Santa Claus, and more family fun. Admission is by donation. Web Link: Christmas Market – Museum – Wellington County November 30th  4:00pm to 9:00pm December 1st  12:00pm to 5:00pm

Join us on November 5th as Royal Canadian Legion Members read each of the names of the over 500 fallen soldiers from Wellington County. The ceremony will take place outdoors on the front lawn of the Wellington County Museum and Archives. A reception with light refreshments will follow. Web Link: www.wellington.ca/museum 

You’re invited to a party hosted by the Keeper and Matron of the House of Industry and Refuge! You’re enjoying the live musical entertainment, some tasty hors d’oeuvres, and visiting with friends, until suddenly – a murder takes place right before your very eyes! Armed with forensic evidence and plenty of suspects, you will have […]

: Let’s end the summer with a bang! You are invited to the annual Antique and Classic Car Show at the Wellington County Museum and Archives! Show off your vehicle or explore the show and vote for your favourites. Chat with other car enthusiasts and enjoy live music and delicious food. Interested in showing your […]

Join us for an unforgettable night at the Museum! Come dressed in your pajamas, bring your teddy bear, and get ready for a magical night of discovery, creativity, and pajama party fun for the whole family! Admission is by donation. For more information, please contact Emily Peters at emilype@wellington.ca or 519.846.0916 x 5233. Web Link: […]

Join us for the Strawberry Picnic – a delightful daytime event filled with food, music, and fun at the Wellington County Museum & Archives! On Saturday, June 22nd from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM, this drop-in style event offers guests the chance to enjoy local food trucks, strawberry-themed eats, along with live music from local […]

Experience the Wild West in Calgary  It’s our 60th Anniversary, and we’re celebrating with a BRAND NEW Wild West Show! Head to the Wainwright Hotel for a reception and dinner, and mingle with some outlaws and lawmen. Then, enjoy a delicious buffet dinner and western entertainment. After dinner, step outside as an authentic wild west gunfight erupts on […]

  This workshop will answer the question “where do I start” as you learn some of the fundamentals of what makes a good landscape composition and how to focus your efforts on creating a visual story. Skills covered will include simplifying things into basic shapes, value mapping, and some easy tricks for creating a sense […]