Exhibits

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.
Printing Press Letters

The Grey Room

The Grey Room is Grey Roots' offsite exhibit space, located in the Grey County Administration Building at 595 9th Ave E in Owen Sound. Currently on display is Pearls and Politics: Grey County's Women of Distinction. 
Council

Voices of Grey

It’s time for a change! Our Grey County Gallery is temporarily closed as we work on an exciting new exhibit titled Voices of Grey.
archival photo of children laughing

Facing the Flames: The History of Fire Fighting in Grey County

September 21st, 2019 - May 10th, 2020
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. Step into the fire hall and see if you can handle the heat in our timed firefighting activity. Explore historic and modern equipment, including the fully restored 1923 LaFrance pumper fire truck – Owen Sound Fire Engine No. 1.
Firefighter Putting Out a Fire