Digital Experiences | Grey Roots Museum and Archives

Facing the Flames: The History of Firefighting in Grey County - Online Exhibit

Experience the dramatic history of firefighting with this Grey Roots original exhibit! Discover stories of local fire and rescue from the first brave bucket brigades to our current highly-trained professionals while exploring historical and modern firefighting equipment. Now a virtual exhibit!

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Pearls and Politics - Online Exhibit

In this online exhibit, we explore the inspiring women, past and present, who chose to serve their Grey County communities as politicians.

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Surviving the Unthinkable: Citizen-Soldiers of Grey - Online Exhibit

In this online only exhibit, we explore the men and women of Grey County who served Canada during the Great War. They were all real people, with hopes, dreams and plans for their lives - all of which were put on hold to serve their country and their communities.

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Coughs and Sneezes Spread Diseases: The Spanish Flu in Grey County - Online Exhibit

In this online only exhibit we have a highly contagious disease spreading around the globe. Citizens are wearing masks, keeping a safe physical distance from others and isolating when sick. Frequent hand washing and disinfecting. Schools and businesses closed, social gatherings prohibited. But the year… 1918. And the dreaded disease? The Spanish Flu.

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Bringing History to Life: WWI Project by JDSS Students

We are excited to showcase an innovative project from École John Diefenbaker Senior School in Hanover, ON. Every year, grade 10 history students at JDSS trace the life of a local soldier from the West Grey area who enlisted during WWI. This year, the project took a modern twist with the integration of GIS mapping technology, transforming the learning experience into something even more dynamic and impactful.

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Log Cabin Tour

Learn all about our 1850s log cabin in this informative and engaging video.

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Black History in Grey County

Black citizens have been a part of Grey County since the very first non-Indigenous settlers arrived in the northernmost part of the Queen's Bush.

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Black History Map of Grey County

Explore Black history in Grey County

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Truth and Reconciliation Resources

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, observed across Canada on September 30th, is a day to acknowledge the history and ongoing tragic legacy of Canada's residential schools. It is a day to honor those who survived, to commemorate those who did not, and to support the Indigenous families and communities who suffered losses. Truth and Reconciliation however, must not be limited to one day a year, it must be a year round priority. Find resources to aid in the thoughtful observance of Truth and Reconciliation here.

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Four people—two adults and two children—walk away on a wooden walkway in a park-like setting. The walkway has rustic wooden fences on both sides, and a sign on the right reads 'NO SMOKING HISTORIC ZONE.' Green trees and grass fill the background, indicating a natural or historical area.

Audio Tour of Moreston Heritage Village

Step into the past with a self-guided audio tour of Moreston Heritage Village. Whether you're visiting solo, with family, or as part of a group, this immersive experience lets you discover the Village in a way that’s informative, flexible, and fun!

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