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Arts, culture and heritage merge seamlessly in Owen Sound, underpinning the city's identity. A former Cultural Capital of Canada, we are a mecca for artists in the Grey-Bruce area.
Explore our galleries and museums, including the Tom Thomson Art Gallery, the Owen Sound Artists' Co-op, Billy Bishop Home and Museum, Grey Roots Museum and the Community Waterfront Heritage Centre. We have numerous public art installations and murals as well, and are a thriving centre for music, live theatre and film.
Many of our festivals and events celebrate our cultural richness. These include the Summerfolk Music & Craft Festival, the Emancipation Festival, Chinese New Year celebrations, the Scenic City Film Festival, the Lupercalia Multi-Arts Festival and many more.
Owen Sound's black history, as the northernmost station on the Underground Railroad, is highlighted at the black history cairn in Harrison Park and in a new exhibit at Grey Roots.
Our heritage is further explored in various self-guided tours, heritage plaques and the annual Doors Open celebration in June.
Visitor Information Centre
FALL/WINTER HOURS & LOCATION:
From October (Thanksgiving weekend) to May (Victoria Day long weekend), Visitor Services is available at City Hall, 808 2nd Avenue East. City Hall is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
SPRING/SUMMER HOURS & LOCATION:
From May (Victoria Day weekend) to October (Thanksgiving weekend) Visitor Services are available at the Visitor Centre, 1155 1st Ave West. It is open 7 days a week: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and weekends 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Check online for changes to hours due to Covid-19.
Harrison Park Campground & Reservations call 519-371-9734