As of this Saturday, the Huron County Museum will have been in operation for 75 years.
To mark the major milestone, the museum at 110 North Street in Goderich will host a day-long celebration. It will include a mask-making workshop with Trash Theatre, a digital scavenger hunt, a train display featuring Thomas the Tank Engine and Percy, a doodle booth providing hand-drawn portraits, crafts, lawn games, and cupcakes.
The Huron County Museum, originally in the former Central School in Goderich, opened its doors to the public on July 4, 1951. It was founded by Joseph Herbert Neill who put his own extensive collection of artifacts on display. Unlike other museums at the time which were strictly hands-off, Neill filled the space with hand-crafted models and encouraged visitors to try them out.
“We are proud to celebrate this important milestone and to honour the vision of Joseph Herbert Neill,” said Museum Senior Curator Elizabeth French-Gibson. “For 75 years, the museum has connected people with the stories that have shaped our community. We look forward to welcoming residents and visitors alike to join us in celebrating our past, present, and future.”
The free family-friendly anniversary celebration will run from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday.
