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.
Public Art & Culture Strategy
Haldimand County is hosting a second community engagement session to discuss the development of a Public Art and Culture Strategy. This strategy - and associated policy - will help identify opportunities to advance public art and cultural activities throughout the County.
All residents, community groups and local organizations are invited to participate and share their ideas at one of two sessions, taking place January 30 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Cayuga Arena (McSorley Family Hall) 55 Thorburn Street South, Cayuga.
Black History Month in Haldimand County
Each February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and celebrations that honour the legacy and contributions of Black people in Canada and their communities.
Watch our Black History Month video to learn about the lives that shaped our community.
This video features:
- William “Hipple” Galloway - the first Black Canadian to play professional baseball. Learn about William "Hipple" Galloway on The Canadian Encyclopedia.
- George Phillips - escaped slavery through the underground railroad to build a new life in North Cayuga.
- Charles A. Duncan - from Seneca, Charles A. Duncan was a World War I veteran who supported Haldimand for his 103 years.
- Mary Ruby Douglass - the last descendant of the original Black settlers to live in Canfield.
- William A. Barnes Jr. - born in Canfield, he was a volunteer firefighter who ran a successful barber shop that became a community hub.
- Lorne “Barney” Barnes - William's son, Barney was an avid community member, operating a mechanic shop (Barney's Garage) and volunteering as a firefighter.
We are currently featuring an exhibit on the Barnes Family at the Haldimand County Administration Building. Visit our Programs and Exhibits page to learn more.
Heritage Minutes
Check out these Heritage Minute videos that showcase Haldimand County and some of its famous residents.
Contact Us
Haldimand Museums
53 Thorburn Street South
Cayuga, Ontario
Canada, N0A 1E0
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
