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Uncle Tom's Cabin Historic Site

29251 Uncle Tom's Road · Dresden, ON

Why you should go…

Uncle Tom's Cabin Historic Site, also known as the Josiah Henson Museum of African-Canadian History, commemorates the life of Rev. Josiah Henson, whose story inspired Harriet Beecher Stowe's novel. The five-acre site includes the Josiah Henson Interpretive Centre with its Underground Railroad Freedom Gallery and North Star Theatre, plus the Henson house, other historic buildings, and two cemeteries. It is open seasonally from mid-May through late October.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

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