Enjoy the Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum

Angela Ferreira, Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum Assistant Curator, with a copy of Building History, a project by Norfolk County’s Dean Rainey.

Brenda Moser

Advocate Contributor 

I’ve often found that if you tell people you’re from Waterford their first impression might be there’s just nothing to do here and not much happening. Well, I beg to differ.

There are miles of beautifully maintained trails, deer to feed, quaint shops and antique markets, a local brewery, great fishing spots, friendly people who take the time to stop and visit… so much to attract visitors. With the summer months upon us there’s no better time than the present to check us out.

A favorite spot to visit is the Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum. The museum is located in the ‘old pickle factory’ – as the locals would say – on Nichol Street, Waterford. The history of the building itself makes the facility even more special. Add to that the fact that it is home to reminders of the early days of Waterford… the trains, old Cockshutt farm machinery and an upcoming exhibition titled Forged: Norfolk’s Industrial Might… and an afternoon excursion is a must. The upcoming exhibit will run from Sept. 10, 2026 to January 31, 2027. Admission is by donation.

In 2014, WHAM established the Agricultural Hall of Fame awards to ‘recognize individuals whose volunteer and professional contributions have advanced agriculture and rural development locally’. The nomination deadline has closed and the 2026 winners will be honoured and recognized on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 2 p.m. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend. Meet and greet to follow and light refreshments to be served.

Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum is located at 159 Nichol Street and is open to the public Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is by donation. Be sure to put it on your list of ‘must see’ when visiting Waterford.

Curator James Christison and Assistant Curator Angela Ferreira are more than happy to give you a tour of their facility and to answer any questions you might have about the history of their historic building and exhibits. Mark this one on your list of ‘to do’ for sure.