Haliburton Highlands Museum - Haliburton, ON

Ali V.

A well-maintained museum with a rich collection of artifacts showcasing the history of Haliburton and the surrounding region. Informative booklets accompany many of the tools on display, providing helpful context. A few interactive games add to the overall experience, making it both educational and fun. Admission is free, and donations are welcome. Highly recommended!

Michelle L.

What a little gem! I love small community museums that help visitors understand the communities history. This one did an exceptional job of doing just that. The exhibits were interesting and thoroughly researched. The staff were warm and welcoming and available to answer questions. Overall the museum was interesting and immaculately clean. Best of all it’s free, but of course donations are welcome. One other thing. There is an ‘art forest’ outside. We didn’t get to visit it because we had a family member with a mobility issue but I’ve heard it’s worth a visit.

Jamie O.

Delightful little museum, a short walk from the Haliburton Sculpture Forest (make time to see this) and Glebe Park. The focus is on the post-colonial settler history of the area. A small display of artifacts and a brief acknowledgement of First Nations peoples history in the area is provided.
Efforts have been made to create accessible access - a small elevator, reduced barriers in the washrooms.
I doubt there is officially a dog- friendly policy, but our leashed dog was permitted to enter.
I particularly enjoyed the history of the County Echo, a local newspaper. My grandfather began his career as a typesetter, so it's always neat to see the history of early newspapers.

August 20, 2024
R, Y, M, F, C & J

D K.

We were on a walk when we stumbled across this museum so we decided to take a walk through. It's a well preserved time capsule of Halliburton past. There are a lot of cool little trinkets from way back when, which are interesting to see. If you're in the area it's worth a stop.

L C.

Of all the places we went, this was my favorite didn't get the lady's name at the museum, but thank you for all the info she gave us

Justin S.

A museum full of local history. With many interesting things to see, from past local and major events, sports, 19th century appliances, remembrance, sawmill dioramas, merchandise, past store items, and most importantly the people, tools and machinery that shaped and built this town!

Friendly and welcoming staff as well, who give little tidbits and facts on the exhibits. Even on the mythical boar creature who you first see when you walk through the door.

Rita S.

No tickets needed. Just make a donation if you wish. Lots of history & you need to check out sculpture forest. Lots of great artwork

Eric V.

This was amazing to see a slice of Haliburton history. Very well maintained and very friendly and knowledgeable. Really enjoyed it.