Tours & Talks

An old archival photo showing the original Poor House building, front walkway, barn and tressle bridge railroad

Poor House Tours

Explore the history of the House of Industry and Refuge with our knowledgeable staff. We offer private Poor House tours year-round as well as public tours on Saturdays in July and August. Reach out for details or to book a private tour; find details on public tours on our Events Calendar


Large stone gravestone reading "In memory of the pioneers of this  1877 to 1946county who died in wellington home

Self Guided Cemetery Tours

Walk the boardwalk trails and staircase leading to the Poor House Cemetery all year long and at your own pace. Educational plaques mark points of interest, and facts, along the way.  In October, leading up to Hallowe'en, we also offer public tours of the Cemetery, exploring the real, sometimes unsettling, history of the House of Industry and Refuge (ages 14+). Find details on upcoming Cemetery Tours on our Events Calendar


Cropped shot of a woman delivering a presentation during a meeting

Let Us Visit You

Looking for an interesting addition to your meeting or event? We love to tell the stories of Wellington County's past - virtually or in person - and can adapt content to fit your needs. Our standard presentation is 1 hour long and showcases images from our Archives. Available topics listed below, if there is a topic not listed that you are interested in, let us know and we can build something for you!

Cost: $50.00 +HST