• Our museum is awesome. We’re not just saying that.

    The Wellington County Museum and Archives isn’t just another landmark building – it’s one of the most stunning and historically significant buildings in our area, set high atop a hill, stoically perched in the center of Fergus and Elora. The building itself is a testament to time. Built in 1877, the Poor House and Industrial…

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  • Retail Romance

    It’s not just shopping when you love it. It’s a serious commitment. We understand. Our downtown shopkeepers understand it too. Independently owned and operated, they are the heart of our historic downtowns. You’ll be charmed the moment you walk inside one of our beautiful boutiques, artisan studios or seek out antique treasures. Explore the culture…

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  • Our new normal looks different, but we’re still Grand and Gorgeous

    We couldn’t have predicted the ramifications of what COVID-19 would do to our communities, our businesses, our festivals and events – and our future – particularly in an area where tourism is vital to our local economy. But we know that the very things that make Fergus and Elora “Grand and Gorgeous” are the vibes…

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  • We Remember

    November 11th – Remembrance Day is honoured in many ways locally each year and if you find yourself in Fergus or Elora over this weekend, we invite you to take part in our many events.       Without a doubt, the most spectacular display to honour our fallen takes place on front lawn of…

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