Thanksgiving closure: Monday, October 12, 2026: Museum and Archives closed
NOTICE: The Bruce Gallery (A Travelers Journey Exhibition) will be CLOSED Tuesdays from September – November, 2026, to support seasonal programming:
| 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 | 1 PM - 5 PM |
| 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
Toll Free: 1-866-318-8889 | Phone: 519-797-2080 | Fax 519-797-2191
Our success is made possible, in part, by the support we receive through our strong relationships with you, our donors. Your generosity ensures that we will continue to inspire, educate and remain the premier destination of choice for exploring our history.
Volunteers are the building blocks of our Museum. All our activities and programs depend on the assistance of dedicated volunteers.
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Friday, October 16 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Join Beth Gilhespy for a guided tour of the best geology hikes in Grey and Bruce Counties, selected from the Walking Through Time book series. From dramatic cliffs and hidden caves to ancient coral reefs, waterfalls, fossils, karst landscapes and sweeping Georgian Bay vistas, this talk explores the stories written in stone across […] |
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Walk for Wenjack October 19 | 1:00 PM Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre, Southampton, gather at Fairy Lake Pavilion. Refreshments provided. Walk for Wenjack events in Bruce County are hosted in partnership with Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre, Bruce County Public Library, Town of Saugeen Shores, Municipality of Kincardine, Municipality of Brockton. See […] 
Secret Path Screenings October 19 – Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre The Secret Path is an animated film adaptation of Gord Downie’s album and Jeff Lemire’s graphic novel. Working with Downie’s poetry and music, Lemire has created a powerful visual representation of the life of Chanie Wenjack. The film is divided into ten chapters, each a song from […] |
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If you believe that you are never too old to have fun, try something new, and be creative…“I’m Not Done Yet!” is for you! “I’m Not Done Yet!” — a fun, creative arts workshop for adults 55 and older comes to Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre this fall. Once a week, participants will gather […] |
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Join community members from the Chippewas of Saugeen and Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation for more insight about the Witness Blanket exhibit and deeper awareness into local and person experiences. Wednesdays, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 4, 18 and 25 The Witness Blanket is a powerful art installation created […] |
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Thursday, October 22 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM In honour of Remembrance Day, we welcome acclaimed historian, broadcaster, and bestselling author Ted Barris for a presentation based on his book Rush to Danger: Medics in the Line of Fire. This compelling talk highlights the significant contributions of military medics, surgeons, nursing sisters, stretcher-bearers, orderlies, and ambulance drivers who disregarded their […] |
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October 23 | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM Drop off the kids for a frightfully fun Hallowe’en costume party, featuring special after-hours access to the Museum, spooky crafts and games, a pizza dinner, and a movie with popcorn — plus plenty of spooky surprises for those brave enough to join in! Ages 8-12 years | Space is limited, pre-registration and prepayment required. […] |
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October 24 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Become an Eco Explorer and get an exclusive, hands-on experience with Saugeen Shores Butterflyway to get the buzz on local pollinators! Learn how bees and butterflies power our ecosystems while getting your hands dirty making pollinator-friendly projects using native species. You’ll even get to take home some of your creations so you can make a real difference right in your own backyard. Ages 7-12 years […]
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Join the Bruce County Historical Society for its 2026 Annual General Meeting and a fascinating keynote presentation by Allan Thompson. In Searching for the Light, Thompson will share insights from his research into the life and legacy of Kincardine’s Sir Alexander Mackenzie, one of Canada’s most significant historical figures. Members of the public are welcome […]
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Saturday, October 24 | 2:00 PM – 4:00PM Experience an inspiring evening of powerful storytelling, fresh ideas, and community connection through NishTalks — a new public program featuring Indigenous knowledge keepers, artists, speakers, and community leaders from Saugeen Ojibway Nation. Presented in a dynamic TED Talk-style format, NishTalks will feature four short talks sharing contemporary perspectives on language, arts, […] |
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If you believe that you are never too old to have fun, try something new, and be creative…“I’m Not Done Yet!” is for you! “I’m Not Done Yet!” — a fun, creative arts workshop for adults 55 and older comes to Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre this fall. Once a week, participants will gather […] |
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Join community members from the Chippewas of Saugeen and Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation for more insight about the Witness Blanket exhibit and deeper awareness into local and person experiences. Wednesdays, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 4, 18 and 25 The Witness Blanket is a powerful art installation created […] |
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