Exhibits

Pearls and Politics

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

Nels Maher Print Shop

Our Print Shop is named in the memory of a friend to Grey Roots, Nelson Maher. Nels worked for what added up to hundreds of hours - first to restore the equipment, then to set it up so that it could be viewed, and finally in giving tours, interviews and demonstrations.

Voices of Grey

The central exhibit in our Grey County Gallery shares the stories of Grey County through the words of past and present citizens.

Coughs and Sneezes Spread Diseases: The Spanish Flu in Grey County *Online Only*

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.

Facing the Flames: The History of Firefighting in Grey County

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!

Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion

September 24th, 2022 - April 30th, 2023
Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion presents a collection of replica full-scale da Vinci machines. It’s a fascinating hands-on experience that explores science, art, and history! Members only exhibit launch Sept 23. Open to the public Sept 24.

Saukiing Anishnaabekiing presents: Our Stories

This beautiful exhibit, created by celebrated Indigenous artist Nyle Miigizi Johnston, invokes Anishinaabe creation stories, while driving home the massive impact the treaty process had and continues to have on First Nations communities.