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181 Victoria St N, Goderich, ON N7A 2S9, Canada
Goderich, Ontario N7A 2S9
(519) 524-6971

I remember going here as a kid so took my boys to see it. Staff was friendly but disappointed that half of it was closed off to the public. A reduced price would be strongly suggested.when this happens because it wasnt worth the price to see what was open. A good learning experience for older kids.

This is a really interesting place to visit! It feels as if you have gone back in time and are experiencing what it would be like to walk into this place as a prisoner. Highly recommend this historic site.

This is a fascinating and sometimes depressing place, fascinating because it is a powerful view into the history of Ontario jails, and depressing because of the treatment prisoners received in the past. The Governor's home really points out the differences between living free and being imprisoned, but the governor himself was a forward-thinking man who firmly believed that the prisoners were human beings and deserved to be treated as such. It is disturbing to note that the last prisoners occupied cells in recent times.The gaol is well worth a visit.

Very interesting. Friendly staff. Under renovation for the upper floors, unfortunately, but they'd moved some things to thre first floor, which was nice.

Interesting old jail. Friendly staff. Just happened to stumble upon this place. The day we were there they had people playing the parts of various staff and inmates, who provided information and answered questions. Very cool.

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Huron Historic Gaol — Museum in Goderich

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Huron Historic Gaol

Museum at 181 Victoria St N, Goderich, ON N7A 2S9, Canada. Here you will find detailed information about Huron Historic Gaol: address, phone, fax, opening hours, customer reviews, photos, directions and more.

Opening hours

  • Monday
    1:00 – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    1:00 – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    1:00 – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday
    1:00 – 4:00 PM
  • Friday
    1:00 – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday
    10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Sunday
    1:00 – 4:30 PM

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Based on 5 reviews

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State:
Ontario
Address:
181 Victoria St N, Goderich, ON N7A 2S9, Canada.
City:
Goderich
Postcode:
N7A 2S9

About Huron Historic Gaol

Huron Historic Gaol is a Canadian Museum based in Goderich, Ontario. Huron Historic Gaol is located at 181 Victoria St N, Goderich, ON N7A 2S9, Canada.


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  • CanadianColtrane
    Added 2018.07.15
    I remember going here as a kid so took my boys to see it. Staff was friendly but disappointed that half of it was closed off to the public. A reduced price would be strongly suggested.when this happens because it wasnt worth the price to see what was open. A good learning experience for older kids.
  • Shane LeRoux
    Added 2017.11.10
    This is a really interesting place to visit! It feels as if you have gone back in time and are experiencing what it would be like to walk into this place as a prisoner. Highly recommend this historic site.
  • Colin Cousins
    Added 2017.03.19
    This is a fascinating and sometimes depressing place, fascinating because it is a powerful view into the history of Ontario jails, and depressing because of the treatment prisoners received in the past. The Governor's home really points out the differences between living free and being imprisoned, but the governor himself was a forward-thinking man who firmly believed that the prisoners were human beings and deserved to be treated as such. It is disturbing to note that the last prisoners occupied cells in recent times.The gaol is well worth a visit.
  • Natalie Black
    Added 2015.03.01
    Very interesting. Friendly staff. Under renovation for the upper floors, unfortunately, but they'd moved some things to thre first floor, which was nice.
  • John Duncan
    Added 2014.12.08
    Interesting old jail. Friendly staff. Just happened to stumble upon this place. The day we were there they had people playing the parts of various staff and inmates, who provided information and answered questions. Very cool.
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