Ontario’s first European Community, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons was the headquarters for the French Jesuit Mission to the Huron-Wendat people. In 1639, the Jesuits, along with French lay workers, began construction of a palisaded community that included barracks, a church, workshops, residences, and a sheltered area for Indigenous visitors. This community was abandoned and burned […]
Discovery Harbour is open 7 days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. starting May 3 to August 31, 2025. Admission tickets are $11 for adults, $8 for seniors, students, and youth (tax included) and children five and under are free. Discovery Harbour, a 30-acre living history attraction nestled along the shores of beautiful […]
Description: Sainte-Marie has been hosting this dynamic, education-focused celebration of Indigenous cultures for decades. Come and learn directly from First Nations and Métis experts and allies! Open to school groups and the general public. Though this event is designed with school kids in mind, everyone is welcome! There is plenty to see and do […]
Description: Discover this fantastic free online event and further your own learning about First Nations and Métis cultures! With workshops, seminars and demonstrations led by Indigenous experts, it’s a great opportunity to learn about Indigenous cultures virtually. This program is open to everyone! Program Highlights: Opening Ceremonies How to make cedar leaf tea with […]
This celebration brings together our businesses and staff for a well-deserved lunch and mingle at the Midland Town Dock. NEW THIS YEAR we’ll be serving Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwiches, Peameal on a Bun with Canadian cheese or our veggie friendly Veggie and Cheese Sandwich plus sides like corn on the cob, beans, watermelon and scooping […]
Description: A brand new event with lacrosse legend Jim Calder and pro player Chris Boushy of the Toronto Rock! Get hands-on instructional training from some of the world’s best lacrosse players, and learn the fascinating history of the Creator’s Game – and Sainte-Marie’s place in it. Discover the origins and evolutions of the game from […]
Ever walk through the forest and wonder which plants are tasty, which ones have healing powers, and which ones are toxic? Join us at the Wye Marsh to learn about some of the edible, medicinal, and poisonous plants living here. Gain an understanding of how to properly identify these plants, how some can be used […]
Explore historic Sainte-Marie… at night What does a 17th-century Jesuit mission look like at night? Find out! Join a small group of intrepid visitors on a guided evening tour of Sainte-Marie among the Hurons. Grab your lantern and discover the shadows of the past during this immersive and intimate experience. Then cozy up in the […]
New for 2025 – Secrets of Séance at Discovery Harbour Step into the mysterious world of Victorian Spiritualism with Secrets of Séance, an immersive new experience at Discovery Harbour. In the 1800s, séances weren’t just quiet gatherings—they were dramatic events where religion, science, and showmanship collided in a public struggle to explain the unexplainable. Guests will […]
How can you tell a Painted Turtle from a Map Turtle? What’s the average lifespan of a Blandings? Do turtles actually “freeze”? Learn about turtle identification, fun facts, habitat, and ongoing conservation efforts in Ontario. During this dynamic two-hour workshop, you will: Hike through the forest and across the berm Canoe through the marsh Take […]
Explore historic Sainte-Marie… at night What does a 17th-century Jesuit mission look like at night? Find out! Join a small group of intrepid visitors on a guided evening tour of Sainte-Marie among the Hurons. Grab your lantern and discover the shadows of the past during this immersive and intimate experience. Then cozy up in […]
Friday Night Lights – Downtown Midland |Every Friday | 5–8 PM | Join us for Friday Night Lights, a weekly summer celebration in the heart of Downtown Midland! From 5 to 8 PM, local shops and businesses stay open late to welcome you with evening specials, sidewalk sales, and a unique downtown experiences. Here’s […]