Exhibits

September 24, 2016 to May 19, 2017: Captured Moments

For centuries humankind has been creating images of themselves, whether it is through petroglyphs, painted portraits, black and white photographs, colour polaroids or digital selfies. We capture moments of our lives as a way to remember and be remembered. By showcasing older photographs, glass plate negatives, and vintage cameras, we intend to educate our visitors about photographic techniques and how they have changed over time.

May 6, 2017 to December 31, 2017: Museum Treasures

The museum has a vast collection of interesting objects that have been donated over the years. This exhibit will bring forward some of our items that do not get displayed very often. Come in and see our collection of interesting and unique items from yesteryear.

June 4, 2017 to May 20, 2018: Lone Wolf Attack at Dawn

100 years ago William Avery "Billy" Bishop climbed into the cockpit of his Nieuport 17 and flew over enemy lines alone. He attacked a German aerodrome and defeated 4 enemy planes which earned him the Victoria Cross. This exhibit commemorates the 100th Anniversary of that event.

June 9, 2017 to June 11, 2017: Owen Sound Heritage Comes Home

This exhibit contains Billy Bishop's authentic medals on loan from the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.  We will also have the uniform that Billy was reported to have worn when King George V presented him with the Victoria Cross at Buckingham Palace.  This exhibit proves that a boy from a small town can do great things that affect the world.

September 25, 2017 to May 20, 2018: The Tide Turns - The Battles of Vimy Ridge and Passchendaele

The First World War was an arduous undertaking. The Allied forces worked tirelessly to make headway into enemy territory. At the battles of Vimy Ridge and Passchendaele, Canada rose to the challenge and established themselves as an elite fighting Corp. This exhibit commemorates the 100th Anniversary of these two battles.