Explore local museums and galleries

Visit Wrenford's museums, galleries, and archives to explore local history, view rotating art exhibitions, and access historical records.

Visit our museums and galleries

Wrenford has a rich history along the Tamsin River and a thriving arts scene. You can explore local heritage at the Old Mill Museum & Archives, view rotating exhibitions at the Railside Gallery, or catch a performance at the Fallsview Arts Centre. Each venue is open to the public and offers a unique look into our community's past and present.

Old Mill Museum & Archives

The Old Mill Museum & Archives is housed in the restored 1834 grist mill that started it all. You can walk through the historic mill machinery, explore the city archives reading room, and view exhibits on Wrenford's development from a grist mill town to a modern city. The archives hold photographs, maps, and records dating back to the 1800s.

Address: 12 Mill Street, Wrenford, ON N4Q 1A8

Phone: 519-555-0133

Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Accessing archival records

Researchers, students, and community members can view archival records by appointment. We encourage you to call or email ahead so a staff member can pull the materials you need. Please note that there is a two-hour maximum visit limit during peak seasons to ensure fair access for all researchers.

Copying and digitization services are available for a fee. You can bring a USB drive for a $5.00 charge, or we can provide scans at $5.00 per image. Black-and-white photocopies cost $0.75 per page, and oversized copies or scans are $25.00 per page.

For more details on how to access the archives, visit Access archival records.

The Railside Gallery showcases contemporary visual arts from local and regional artists. The space hosts rotating solo and group exhibitions throughout the year. It is a great place to discover new work, attend opening receptions, and connect with the local arts community.

Address: 300 Railside Road, Wrenford, ON N4Q 3K2

Phone: 519-555-0135

Fallsview Arts Centre

The Fallsview Arts Centre is a professional performing arts venue and studio space. The 420-seat theatre hosts theatre productions, concerts, comedy shows, and community events. The facility also offers studio space for rent and houses a box office for ticket sales and inquiries.

Address: 50 Fallsview Road, Wrenford, ON N4Q 1B7

Phone: 519-555-0134

For information on booking a performing arts venue or studio space, visit Book a performing arts venue.

Explore our heritage resources

Wrenford is committed to protecting and celebrating our built heritage. The City maintains a Heritage Properties register and a Heritage Incentives Policy to support property owners in preserving historic buildings. You can apply for heritage grants, apply for a heritage alteration permit, or apply for a heritage review if you are looking to buy or renovate a heritage property.

Learn more about our heritage conservation efforts and discover local heritage sites by visiting Learn about heritage conservation and Find heritage sites gallery.

Contact us

If you have questions about visiting a museum, booking a gallery space, or accessing archival records, please email the Arts & Culture team at [email protected].