Heritage and Culture

Haldimand County is a community with a rich history and a dedication to preserving it. Explore Haldimand’s past by visiting one of our museums, checking out a heritage site, researching in our archives, or participating in our programs and experiences.

Museums

Find details on our local museums, their collections and exhibits, events, and programs.

Heritage Haldimand

Find information on the Heritage Haldimand Committee and where to find agendas and minutes.

Designated Properties

See designated heritage properties in Haldimand and those being considered.

Heritage Haldimand Emancipation Day Gathering

Heritage Haldimand invites community members to its fourth annual Emancipation Day Gathering, taking place on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Canfield Community Hall.

Emancipation Day recognizes the Abolition of Slavery Act, which became law on August 1, 1834 and freed thousands of people of African descent throughout the British Empire. Since then, Emancipation Day has been celebrated in many areas across Canada each year on or near August 1.

Visit our Programs and Exhibits page to learn more about the event.

Heritage Minutes

Check out these Heritage Minute videos that showcase Haldimand County and some of its famous residents.

Haldimand Museums
53 Thorburn Street South
Cayuga, Ontario
Canada, N0A 1E0

Email Museums

Phone:
Heritage Centre: 905-318-5932, ext. 6613

Edinburgh Square Heritage and Cultural Centre: 905-765-3134

Wilson MacDonald Memorial School Museum: 905-776-3319