EXHIBITS & ART SHOWS
FEATURE EXHIBITIONS
Happy Days
MAIN GALLERY
ON NOW: February 17 to December 21, 2025
“Happy Days” is a nostalgic journey through the cherished memories and playful moments of childhood. Discover what it was like to grow up in Dufferin County, as the exhibit explores milestones from birth to high school.
Through a curated collection of artifacts and engaging hands-on activities, reminisce about the games you played, the friendships you forged, and the lessons you learned along the way.
Whether you’re 2 or 102, “Happy Days” invites you to be curious and think like a kid!
Life in the Country
SILO GALLERY
COMING SOON: March 8 to May 31, 2025
Life in the Country showcases the work of 30 talented Canadian photographers. This exhibition brings rural life to vivid detail—from sweeping landscapes to intimate portraits and charming farm animals. Don’t miss this celebration of photography, community, and the beauty that is country living!
Join us on Saturday, March 8th (1pm – 3pm) for the exhibition opening event. Awards presented at 1:30pm.
Featured Photograph: House of Brick by Amy Tendera
Featured Photographers:
Steven Bradbury Brad Quarrington
Daric Harrison Samantha Hurley
Lori Ryerson Esther Kelly
Janice Buyers Monique Campbell
Hilary Kelebay Lindsay Moleirinho-Watkis
Elaine Li Maddie Premus
James Glac Scott Martin
Dorothee Cosack Rene Frost
Robert Alsop Gabby De Vuono-Fraser
Ashley Waters Amy Tendera
Heidi Roeder Linda-Marlena Ross
Gary Myers Ann Ellis
Nathan Masters Fred Moore
Tom Zsolt Benjamin Strudwick
Gabriel Lonuzzo Fabienne Good
MAIN GALLERY
Crombie’s Station
MAIN GALLERY
ON NOW
In 1872, the Toronto, Grey and Bruce Railway arrived in Dufferin County. The train stopped at larger towns like Orangeville and Shelburne, but flag stops or “flagging stations” were also needed for less populated areas in between. Passengers would wave a flag to an oncoming train, signaling the conductor that they would like to get on. Flag stops were also used as shipping points for local farm to send their produce or wares to other towns.
Crombie’s Station was located on the property of Martha and Samuel Crombie in Amaranth Township, Dufferin County. Having a flag stop on their land meant that their daily lives revolved around the train schedule. Often, people would travel to the Crombie’s farm and abandon their horses to run across the field and flag the train. Upon their return, travelers would often find their horses hitched up and patiently waiting for them, along with a friendly cup of tea offered by Martha. To learn more about Crombie’s Station, click here.
Note: This historic building has two large steps at the entrance. An iPad station with interior photographs and enlarged text options is provided.
The Dufferin House
MAIN GALLERY
ON NOW
This house was originally built ca. 1850 by Nancy and James Eccles, farmers from Mono Township, Dufferin County. The white pine logs that make up the exterior of the house are an example of the timbers and techniques used by many early European settlers to construct their homes and barns.
Decorated to the style of the 1880s, visitors can explore various rooms, from the cozy kitchen to the family parlor. To learn more about the Dufferin House, click here.
Note: This historic building has a second floor that is only accessible by stairs. An iPad station with interior photographs and enlarged text options is provided.
Through the Looking Glass
MAIN GALLERY
ON NOW
Through the Looking Glass explores topics that have been on the mind of our growing and changing Dufferin community.
The exhibit case resembles a magnifying glass, blocking out visual distractions, providing you with an opportunity to get up-close to rare artifacts and archival documents.
As you explore, take a moment to reflect: What speaks to you? What questions do you have? What do you think the future holds for Dufferin?
THE CORN FLOWER GLASS GALLERY
W. J. Hughes Corn Flower Glass is a Canadian business success story.
The striking floral pattern was developed in 1912 by a young glass-cutter named William John Hughes. The Dufferin-born artisan grew his tableware creations into a national brand that has been enjoyed by Canadian families for over a century.
ONLINE EXHIBITIONS
A Fallen Star: The 1904 Shelburne Meteorite
ONLINE
On a cloudy summer’s evening in 1904, a meteorite landed in Shelburne, Dufferin County, and sparked a meteorite frenzy that attracted the interest of the scientific community worldwide.
Visit our new online exhibit about the meteorite to read the stories of how it was discovered, why it is important, and where in the world you can find fragments today!
EXHIBITION APPLICATION FORM
Are you a local artist or art collective interested in showcasing your work in an exhibition at the Museum of Dufferin? Visit the Get Involved webpage to review the MoD’s Exhibition Policy and fill out an Exhibition Application Form.