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Step Into Meaford’s Past<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Welcome to the Meaford Museum, where local stories, fascinating artifacts, and community history come to life. Discover the people, places, and events that shaped the Municipality of Meaford, from early settlement and military history to unique local achievements and treasured collections. Explore engaging exhibits, take a self-guided walking tour, challenge yourself with a scavenger hunt, and uncover the stories that connect our past to the present. Your journey through Meaford\u2019s history starts here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Honouring the 25th Anniversary of the Amalgamation<\/h3>\n

In 2026, we are celebrating 25 years since that amalgamation. Throughout the year, we will reflect on the history of the former townships and honour how they shaped the community we know today. We are also highlighting the villages and hamlets that make the Municipality of Meaford what it is today, while looking ahead to building our shared future together.<\/p>\n

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Self-Guided Walking Tour<\/h3>\n

Explore the inspiring story behind the Meaford Rock Snake, a community art project during COVID lockdowns that was built by the imagination of a seven-year-old boy that grew into a beloved attraction, delighting visitors from around the world. Learn about some of our famous citizens including Andrew Gawley, known as the\u00a0\u201cMan with the Steel Hands,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0who became a pioneer in prosthetics development after a life-changing machinery accident as a teenager.<\/p>\n

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