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Wellington County has a rich history and a thriving arts and culture scene. Spend the day visiting local museums and historic sites, browsing galleries and studios, catching a show, or searching for treasures at an antique market.
Discover the stories, creativity and traditions that have shaped the communities across Wellington County.
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Wellington County Museum & Archives
A National Historic Site, located in the oldest remaining rural House of Industry and Refuge (or 'Poor House') in Canada.
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Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum
The only railway museum in Wellington County! Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum has on display numerous railway and Victorian artifacts.
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Lynes Blacksmith Shop
A rural heritage experience! The Lynes Shop was a hardworking forge, and carriage works from 1883 until 1955 when the doors were shut for good. The building was left undisturbed for the next 60 years.
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Mount Forest Museum & Archives
Helping to preserve the History of people and place in the Mount Forest Area.
Antiques
Wellington County is home to many antique shops and markets, including Canada’s largest outdoor antique market - The Aberfoyle Antique Market. Open Spring until Fall, this Sunday-only market plays host to 60+ quality dealers. Find treasures, great prices, a sweet low-key atmosphere, and good eats.

Minto's Antique and Thrift Trail
Discover Antique, Vintage, and Thrifted Collectibles across three unique communities in the Town of Minto.
Find more local shops in our business directory.