PDHM – Where the Past Rests: Port Dover Cemetery
Runs until May 30, 2026
The Port Dover Cemetery stands as a quiet guard to the lives and legacies of past generations. Nestled just outside of town, this historic burial ground has served the community for a century and a half, offering a dignified resting place and a rich tapestry of local history.
Still independently operated and volunteer-run, the Port Dover Cemetery remains a testament to community stewardship and historical preservation. Its continued care ensures that the stories of Port Dover’s past will endure for generations to come. See original documents including the original cemetery ledger, minute book, and a hand-drawn map all of which have been carefully restored.
Everyone is welcome to attend our opening reception on January 15, 2026 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Admission by donation.
Port Dover Cemetery Register Book
Click on the arrow below (bottom right corner of book) to flip through the Port Dover Cemetery’s register book (1877-1980). You can also navigate using the scroll bar below the book.
To learn more about a specific individual – including photographs, biographies, and/or related items from the Norfolk County Heritage & Culture collection – click on the blue box next to their name.
WHAM – Leaving Their Mark: Folk Artists of Norfolk
Runs until MAR 15, 2026
Leaving Their Mark: Folk Artists of Norfolk PART II, is set to open on January 30, 2026, and will run through March 15, 2026. This revised exhibition features an array of additions, including works which have never been on public display. This unique collection will serve as the foundation for the highly anticipated publication, a groundbreaking first for the documentation of 63 past and present Norfolk folk artists.
NCA – Carillon 100: A Century of Remembering
Runs until May 29, 2026
The “Carillon 100: A Century of Remembering” exhibit explores the history of Norfolk County’s War Memorial. 100 years ago, the iconic Carillon Tower was dedicated to the 216 men and 1 woman from Norfolk who lost their lives during the Great War of 1914-1918. Over 500 Great War Veterans, bands, dignitaries and school children marched in the largest parade ever seen in Norfolk County. Now 100 years later, Carillon Tower continues to serve as a lasting memorial to the brave Norfolk residents who fought for freedom.
DTMHC – What’s the Alternative?
MAY 2025- MAR 2026
The sandy soil that is ideal for flue-cured tobacco also lends itself well to a plethora of other crops. The decline in tobacco production and the shift to alternative crops in recent years has made Norfolk County one of the most diverse agricultural areas in Canada. This new exhibit explores the transition from tobacco to crops like lavender, ginseng, and many others that make Norfolk “Ontario’s Garden.”
DTMHC – Delhi’s Team Takes the Lead: Norfolk’s Golden Era of Bike Racing
OCT 2025 – MAY 2026
Bikes blaze around the track at an astonishing 70 km per hour and a 55-degree angle as they navigate the corners of the Delhi velodrome. Local cyclists had one of the most modern indoor circuits in the province and it was built by one of its own. Albert Coulier went on to build tracks around the world and raced in his fair share. This new exhibit explores Norfolk’s champions, builders, and innovators in a sport not for the faint of heart.
Forged: Norfolk’s Industrial Might
SEP 10 to JAN 31, 2027
As a powerhouse during the formative years of Upper Canada, Norfolk County produced some of the nation’s first industrial goods. This exhibition invites you to explore the furnaces, factories, and fields that powered the region, uncovering the largely forgotten story of Norfolk County’s industrial might. Admission by donation.