Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
Event Details
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
Event Details
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 palisaded 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 activities.
Tickets: Adults – $15 during peak season (tax included)
Seniors, students and youth – $12 during peak season (tax included)
Children five and under are free
What’s included in your admission:
- Access the fully reconstructed mission community of Sainte-Marie
- Watch an introductory video on the story of the historic mission headquarters
- Connect with friendly and knowledgeable costumed historical interpreters
- Visit the Church of Saint-Joseph, where the graves of Canadian Martyrs Father Jean de Brébeuf and Gabriel Lalemant are located
- Learn the story of Sainte-Marie with a free audio tour, accessible through the Huronia Historical Parks app
- Meet our friendly farm animals in the stables
- View some of North America’s oldest stone masonry
- Experience our award-winning interactive indoor museum
- Shop for gifts and souvenirs in our retail store, Flint & Timber Co.
- Discover culinary delights at Restaurant Sainte-Marie
- Free same-day admission to the Martyrs Shrine (proof of purchase required)
*Guided tours available for an additional $5 per person.
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Time
May 3, 2025 10:00 am - October 10, 2025 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
16164 Highway 12 East, Midland ON, L4R 4K8