New exhibit opens at Waterford museum
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.
Miles of beautifully maintained trails, 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.
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 and Norfolk County… the trains, old Cockshutt farm machinery, and new exhibition titled FORGED: NORFOLK’S INDUSTRIAL MIGHT, which will run from Sept. 10, 2026 to Jan. 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.’ This year’s inductees will be honoured 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 St. 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!
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