Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons
Ontario’s first European Community, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons was the headquarters for the French Jesuit Mission to the Huron-Wendat people. In 1639, the Jesuits, along with French lay workers, began construction of a fenced community that included barracks, a church, workshops, residences, and a sheltered area for Indigenous visitors. This community was abandoned and burned down in 1649.
After extensive archaeological and historical research, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons is now recreated on its original site, where the mission’s compelling story is brought to life with costumed historical interpreters and hands-on activities. Learn about the earliest Canadian pioneer life through self-guided visits, group tours, interactive education programs, and special events. Complete your experience by exploring our interpretive museum and themed gift shop.
After extensive archaeological and historical research, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons is now recreated on its original site, where the mission’s compelling story is brought to life with costumed historical interpreters and hands-on activities. Learn about the earliest Canadian pioneer life through self-guided visits, group tours, interactive education programs, and special events. Complete your experience by exploring our interpretive museum and themed gift shop.
Discover fall events at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, a fascinating living history attraction and National Historic Site.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Tuesday, September 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Free admission
• Honour the resilience, dignity and strength of survivors of the residential school system and remember the children who never came home. Join us for a day self-reflection: observing, learning from and connecting with Indigenous speakers in the spirit of education and awareness.
Hometown Harvest Festival: Saturday, October 11 to Monday, October 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• $15 per person, tax included
• Celebrate the abundance of the fall season! Enjoy take-home crafts and family-friendly activities. Meet our heritage animals. Support talented artisans at our extensive vendor market, featuring only hand-made items. And more!
First Light: Thursdays to Sundays, November 27 - December 14, from 5:30 to 9 p.m.
• $15 per person, tax included
• Experience this award-winning, must-see holiday event with a great lineup of family activities and live musical performances, all amidst the spectacular glow of thousands of candles. Explore our vendor fair, take in historical demonstrations and much more.
Paid for by the Government of Ontario
