Welcome to Moore Museum
Fall Hours
Moore Museum is open Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm. Come by for a visit!
Moore Museum's 50th Anniversary
Moore Museum’s 50th Anniversary event will be June 7th, 2025! Mark your calendars and stay tuned for details!
Programs are available for children of all ages! Click the link below for details!
Welcome
A museum... and so much more... for you to explore!
With 12 historic and exhibit buildings, Moore Museum offers something to engage everyone’s interest. Spend an hour or two exploring all we have to offer…
Take a stroll around our heritage village and discover the life and work of the past:
- see the tools of the trade in the blacksmith shop, job printing press shop and harness shop.
- explore our community’s agricultural roots with intriguing displays of antique farm implements.
- understand the valuable link the railroad provided for the early residents of our area as you visit the former Mooretown railroad station and the wooden caboose, furnished and equipped for the train’s next departure.
- appreciate modern medicine as you view early 20th century doctors’ equipment and pharmaceutical remedies.
- discover the differences and similarities of education over the years in the one-room schoolhouse.
- realize the challenges of work on the Great Lakes waterway through models, equipment and photographs in the marine room.
- learn about the lifestyles of past generations in the log cabin and Victorian cottage.
A highlight, which opened in 2013 and continues to be updated, is the Lionel model train exhibit. The travelling display used by the Lionel company to promote their products forms the basis of this exhibit room. Visitors are able to run the “S”, “O” and “G” gauge trains by push button. The whole family will enjoy this engaging display!
For more information, click “begin exploring the village” at the top of this page, and explore each of the buildings at Moore Museum!
From The Newsletter
A Look Back Down the Line: The History of the Lionel Train Room
As many people are aware, the Moore Museum Train Room got its start as the result of a donation. A local business man acquired 2
SS # 15 Moore – Kimball School – From 1879– 1959
Compiled By: Mrs. Grace Lester in 1964, with the assistance of Mrs. Miller Gray and Mrs. Eva Dicer – Transcribed and shortened By: Ken W
Personalities Of Moore Township: Thomas Sutherland (1772 – 1850)
A prominent early resident of Moore Township was Thomas Sutherland. Thomas was born in Croydon, Surrey, England on May 23, 1772. Following an education at
What People Are Saying
This museum is a bit out of the way but very worth the trip! The sheer volume of buildings and exhibits to see is impressive for a museum in a small town. The staff is cheery and helpful. This location also participates in the US Lighthouse Passport program in which you can get a stamp at the front desk for viewing the Corunna Range Light which is on location. There are also lots of vintage vehicles and tractors to see. A great stop if you are travelling to/from Sarnia.
Clayton S.
Fun to go and a very sweet place. There is also a fun activity booklet for the kids so they don’t get bored. A perfect attraction for the whole family.
Ariane D
Such a wealth of information especially in the Shaw exhibit hall and in the museum itself – the Mariners room is excellent. All the buildings were very interesting. Learned lots walking through each one. Also have lots of antique vehicles
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Moore Museum is grateful for the generosity of our community. For a full list of donors, please check out the “Community Partners” page in the menu above.
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Tax receipts are available.
Upcoming Events
Mark your calendars for June 7th, 2025! Moore Museum turns 50 and we can’t wait to celebrate! With costumed interpreters, demonstrations, and activities for all ages, it is an event you won’t want to miss! Stay tuned for further details.
Model Train Day
July 2025
For the event, guest model railroaders will be displaying layouts and volunteers will be on hand to discuss model railroading with visitors.
Downriver Craft and Gift Sale
Sept. 2025
Get an early start on your holiday shopping at this sale, featuring handmade crafts and intriguing gifts. There will be something for every interest, so come on out to purchase great gifts for family and friends, fun new fashion accessories for yourself, and decorative items for your home.
How Can We Help?
From research requests to bookings, the museum is only a phone call away! Call 519-867-2020 with any questions.