Historical and Museums

Visitors can get up close and personal with Stratford’s heritage by joining an Historic Walking Tour, held Tuesday through Saturday in July and August, and on Saturdays only in May, June and September. Contact the Visitors’ Information Centre. There are other events and exhibits throughout the summer, including excellent shows at Gallery Stratford and the Stratford Perth Museum.

For the history buff, a self guided Heritage Walking Tour of West Perth is available, featuring many local architectural treasures. Also of interest is the Community Arena’s Howie Morenz display, featuring memorabilia of the former Montreal Canadian. Drop by the Drummond Museum at Greenbelt Farm to see a wonderful exhibit of family heritage.

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Dedicated to producing and developing Canadian work that speaks directly to its audience. The Blyth Festival engages its audiences in a shared human experience. This county's theatre - located in rural Huron Country. 423 Queen St. Blyth, ON Phone: Fax: Toll Free: 1- Website: www.blythfestival.com E-mail:

Offcially opened in 1969. A half or full day living hisotry program welcomes classes during the spring and fall to SS#1. Groups are also welcome to use the building and grounds for meetings reunions etc. Stratford, ON Phone: Fax:

Mitchell Rd South Listowel, ON, N4W 3H6 Phone:

Displayed in a century-old stone house are artifacts and memorabilia which highlight both baseball's Canadian roots and the accomplishments of the inductees. "  Season: May to October P.O Box 1838 140 Queen St Phone: Toll Free: 1-877-250-BALL Website: www.baseballhalloffame.ca E-mail:

Complete agricultural auction service including Beef, Horse, Farm Machinery and Tack sales RR 3 Listowel, ON, N4W 3G8 Phone: Website: www.davidcarson.on.ca

Professional lighthearted entertainment at 5 venues: Drayton Festival Theatre, Drayton; Huron County Playhouse & Playhouse II, Grand Bend; King's Warf Theatre, Penetanguishene; Schoolhouse Theatre, St. Jacobs. "  Season: May to October 33 Wellington St. S Drayton, ON, N0G 1P0 Phone: (local box office) Toll Free: 1- Website: www.draytonentertainment.com E-mail:

P.O. Box 142 St. Paul's, ON, N0K 1V0 Phone: E-mail:

This historic building was a 19th Century Stagecoach stop for the Canada Company's Huron Tract. For informaion on touring the facitlity please contact the Stratford-Perth Archives at "  Hours: by appointment Hwy 7/8 East (5 minutes east of Shakespeare) Shakespeare, ON

Inspiring exhibitions are presented annually in this prominent public art gallery. Peruse our Gallery Shop, Community Studio and surrounding gardens. Groups welcome. Open year-round, Tuesday to Sunday. "  Hours: Tuesday - Sunday "  Season: Year Round Stratford, ON Phone: Fax: Website: www.gallerystratford.on.ca E-mail:

Enperience Huron County - Ontario's West Coast! A four seasons destination within an hour of Stratford, on Lake Huron. Beaches, shopping, theatre, museums, hiking, heritage, great food and accommodations. "  Season: Year Round Court House Square Phone: Fax: Toll Free: 1- Website: www.ontarioswestcoast.com E-mail:

McCully's Hill Farm specializes in the production of maple products, garden fresh produce such as sweet corn, mixed vegetables & pumpkins, homemade preserves and naturally raised meats. "  Hours: 10:00-5:00 7 days a week "  Season: March to Christmas Phone: Fax: Toll Free: 1- Website: www.McCullys.ca E-mail:

Lions Park Pavilion, Blanshard St. Mitchell, ON, N0K 1N0

Friendly towns and villages in prime agricultural area. Come enjoy our parks, Thames River nature trails, shopping and dinning. Swimming, golf, festivals and events for every season. Revel in our relaxing atmosphere. "  Season: Year Round Mitchell, ON Phone: Fax: Website: www.westperth.com E-mail:

Explore the maze, labyrinth and mini-golf. Have fun and challenge yourself. Enjoy Canada's largest straw museum, a paper cutting exhibit and meet the illustrators. "  Hours: Sun-Thurs: 1pm to Dusk, Fri: 1-10:30, Sat: 10-10:30 "  Season: July-October 7477 Road 128 Newton, ON, N0K 1R0 Phone: Fax: Website: www.ontariomaze.com E-mail:

Explore the treasures of Huron & Perth Counties with self guided driving tours. Themes include antiques, artisians and art galleries, farm markets, historic stops, and attractions, theatre and nature walks. Seven exciting tours to choose from. Call today to recieve a copy of this fun and exciting brochure! "  Hours: open year round various locations in Huron & Perth Counties Stratford, ON Toll Free: 1-800-561-SWAN Website: www.shakespearetotheshoreline.ca

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A delightful area encompassing the village of St. Jacobs and nearby market district. Famed for farmers markets, crafts & gift shops, dining, antiques, theatre "  Season: Year Round North of Waterloo, off Hwy 85 St. Jacobs, ON, N0B 2N0 Phone: Fax: (519) 2218 Toll Free: 1- Website: www.stjacobs.com E-mail:

Make the Farmer's Market part of your Saturday morning and sample the best tasting produce and baking around! "  Season: Mid-May to end of October Jones E Phone: Website: www.townofstmarys.com/visit/attractions/farmers-market.asp E-mail:

Local history exhibits in a heritage limestone house with archival material and a local history research area. "  Hours: Year-round Monday-Friday: 9:30 - 12 and 1 - 4:30 "  Season: From June 1 to Labour Day, the Museum is also open Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 1 - 4:30 , Phone: Fax: Website: www.townofstmarys.com/museum E-mail:

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Discover your local roots or learn more about the area's history. Genealogy and local history are our specialties. Open year round Monday- Saturday. Visit our Mitchell and Listowel divisions also. "  Hours: Monday-Saturday "  Season: Year Round 24 Andrew St. Phone: Fax: Website: www.stratfordpertharchives.on.ca E-mail:

A community museum celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Stratford and Perth County. "  Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am-4pm "  Season: Year round 270 Water St. Stratford, ON, N5A 3C9 Phone: Fax: Website: www.stratfordperthmuseum.ca E-mail:

Be amused, challenged, inspired, and enriched all under one roof. Feel the history, experience the present and revel in the discovery. Drop by our Visitor's Information Centre to learn more about all the wonderful things to do in Perth County. "  Season: Year Round 270 Water Street (across from the Festival Theatre) Stratford, ON Website: www.thediscoverycentre.ca

An intimate chamber theatre offering poetry, drama and music, including a small art gallery. The focus is on the relationship between the performer and the audience, the artists and their favourite works. "  Season: May 14 - 14 Church St. N , N5A 2C4 Phone: Fax: Website: www.theatremercury.com E-mail:

Exhibit of 150 beautiful handmade quilts donated from across Canada. Join us on this journey raising awareness and funds to support those diagnosed and directly affected by breast cancer. "  Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9:30 am to 6 pm, Sunday & Monday 12-4 pm "  Season: May 21 - October 24, 2004 55 Downie Street Stratford, ON Phone: Website: www.thequilt.com E-mail:

Our 2004 season promises something for everyone. April 17th - November 7th. This year's musicals include Guys & Dolls, and Anything Goes. Shakespeare classics include MacBeth, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Cymbeline. "  Season: April 17 - November 7 55 Queen St. Toll Free: 1- Website: www.stratfordfestival.ca E-mail:

Brave, entertaining theatre! Featuring artwork by local artists, intimate atmosphere, not-your-run-of-the-mill theatre. Simple - surprising - we welcome you. 311 Main E Listowel, ON, N4W 2B8 Phone: Toll Free: 1- Website: www.theatre311.com E-mail:

Nota real theatre, listing is for demo purposes only Main St Tourist Town, ON, N5A 7Y4 Contact: M. Starr Phone: (519)

Stratford is famous for the world-class Stratford Festival of Canada. The Festival season operates from April through November. It features Shakespearean classics, musicals and contemporary works on three stages. More than half a million visitors attend the theatre each year. This picturesque, Victorian community offers exceptional restaurants, art galleries, unique shopping, bed and breakfast accommodations, as well as attractive hotels and inns. Explore acres of groomed parkland along the Avon River and throughout the city. Visit Stratford for a truly cultural experience filled with beauty and adventure. Tourism Stratford provides information about the community, events, accommodation and restaurants. We welcome your questions for leisure, group and corporate travel needs all year round. Plan a visit to Dramatically Different Stratford soon. "  Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm "  Season: All year round Website: www.city.stratford.on.ca E-mail:

Founded in 1986, the MBA promotes healthy growth in our business community. We are proud to take a leading rold in downtown beautification and the promotion of community events. Come and experience our old world charm. "  Season: Year Round Milverton, ON Phone:

Come and experience all that North Perth has to offer. Featuring several high-end woman's clothing stores, quaint shops, entertaining theatre, great restaurants, luxurious spas, scenic hiking trials and a world class golf course. Your perfect day trip destination. "  Season: Year Round Phone: Website: www.npchamber.com E-mail:

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