Closure notice: The Bruce Gallery (A Traveler’s Journey Exhibition) will be CLOSED Wednesday, November 4, 2026. It will also be closed Friday, November 6, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm.
Closure notice: The Museum and Archives will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Remembrance Day.
Closure notice: The Bruce Gallery (A Traveler’s Journey Exhibition) will be CLOSED Tuesdays from September to November, 2026, to support seasonal programming:
Closure notice: The Museum’s exterior exhibits, including the Mackenzie Log Home and the S.S No. 10 Amabel Log School House, are now CLOSED for the season.
| Monday | 10 AM - 5 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM - 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM - 5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM - 5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM - 5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM - 5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 10 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM - 12 PM and 1 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Individual | $8.00 + HST |
| Children (4-12) | $4.00 + HST |
| Student | $6.00 + HST |
| Senior | $6.00 + HST |
| Archives | $6.00 + HST |
| Children (3 & under) | FREE |
Enjoy the many benefits of Membership. Not only will you receive FREE admission for a whole year, but so much more!
33 Victoria Street North (in the town of Saugeen Shores)
Southampton, ON Canada N0H 2L0
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May 9 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM In honour of the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre welcomes artists Destiny Roote, Melissa Comyn, and Jes Daneluk for a discussion on the opening of the art installation Buffalo Woman. The installation, which […]
May 12 | 7:00 PM Hosted by the Bruce County Genealogical Society We all have 19th century examples in our family histories where parents, children and grandparents migrated to, or within, Canada. What was the impact on the aged folk who left their families, and their long-time friends and neighbours? Or the physical stresses from […]
Members See it First! May 15 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Please RSVP online below, or by calling (519) 797-2080 Join us for the opening of our summer exhibit Disheveling! An ExtraordinHAIRY exhibition and test your knowledge on hairstyles throughout the decades with our quiz show kicking off at 5:30 PM in the […]
Exhibit Opening May 31 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM FREE to attend; All are welcome! Please RSVP online below, or by calling (519) 797-2080 RSVP >> Homage is a nation ally touring collection of 41 framed neckpieces created as a celebration and tribute to Canadian women throughout the ages and across the country […]
When school is out, join us for a movie day with free popcorn! Sit back in the Bruce Power Theatre and get ready to watch great flicks on the big screen. Tickets are on a first come, first serve basis as seating is limited. Please note that selections are subject to change. Members FREE. General […]
Discover the art and innovation of wearable creations this Maker Day! Inspired by our temporary exhibit HOMAGE, explore how design, story and technology come together to create unique, wearable masterpieces. Ages 5-10 years | Space is limited, preregistration and prepayment required. $40 Member | $50 Non-member SEE FULL EVENT DETAILS AND REGISTRATION >> Proudly presented […]
Celebrate Pride Month while enjoying inspiring drag performances from some of the most talented and creative drag artists from Toronto and Guelph. Join drag artists Nikki Chin, Sapphyre Poison, and Rachael Temptation for an evening you won’t soon forget! The program will showcase high drag that ranges anywhere from classic to new modern drag. You […]
During the month of June, we recognize Indigenous Peoples Month, reflecting on the rich heritage, diverse cultures, and remarkable contributions of Indigenous Peoples, and honouring the stories and traditions of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. Indigenous History Tour June 19 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM On Thursday, June 19th, explore the Museum’s Anishinaabwe […]
June 21 | 10 AM - 5 PM On National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21), spend some time discovering the Museum’s Anishinaabwe Endaat Gallery with FREE admission where you’ll learn more about the history and contributions of Anishinaabe Peoples within Bruce County. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore, learn, and honour Indigenous culture in a […]
Celebrate Multiculturalism Day by joining creative baking instructor and Season 7 contestant of The Great Canadian Baking Show, Niv Menon-Saberi. Participants will learn the art of making and baking a Persian and Indian festive treat with a demonstration and tasting of chai from both cultures. Guests will take home their baked goods after class! All […]
Select Mondays from June 30 – August 25 1:00 PM This summer, Mondays are movie days! Sit back in the Bruce Power Theatre and get ready to watch great flicks on the big screen. Tickets are on a first-come, first serve basis as seating is limited. Please note that selections are subject to change. Members […]
Select Tuesdays throughout July & August | Tours at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM Explore the rich history of Bruce County this summer with our guided Museum tours! During this 45-minute tour, you’ll journey back through time to see the evolution of the area from 5 million years ago to modern day as we […]
