Go Behind the Bars this summer at the Huron Historic Gaol

News type: Media ReleaseDepartment: Cultural Services

Huron County, Ontario History comes alive this summer at the Huron Historic Gaol with the return of Behind the Bars, an immersive evening tour experience that gives visitors a unique glimpse into life behind Gaol walls between 1841 and 1921.

Held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. throughout July and August, starting July 3, this after-hours event invites guests to explore the historic site at their own pace while interacting with costumed actors portraying real-life inmates and staff who once lived and worked at the Gaol.

“Whether you’re meeting a 19th-century gaoler, hearing the story of a former inmate, or learning about early Gaol conditions, Behind the Bars offers an engaging, family-friendly look at local history at this National Historic Site,” said Behind the Bars Coordinator Livia Picado-Swan.

Details:

  • WHEN: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. (July & August, beginning July 3)
    Doors open at 7:00 p.m. | Last entry at 8:00 p.m. Tours are self-guided and last about an hour.
  • ADMISSION: $10 Adults | $5 Children | Free for Museum Members and Children under 5
  • TICKETS: Available at the door or in advance during regular hours at the Huron Historic Gaol (181 Victoria St. N., Goderich).

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For more information contact the County of Huron spokesperson:

Jamie Heffer, Huron County Warden
519.524.8394 (ext 3224)
warden@huroncounty.ca