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Current exhibits
George Luesby: Memories in Blueprints
June 1 to September 21, 2026
The life and work of artist, historian and architect, George Luesby will be on display at the Elman W. Campbell Museum from June 1 to September 21, 2026. Learn more about some of the last remaining records of Newmarket’s buildings and the importance of preserving heritage.
Permanent exhibits
Indigenous Gallery
The museum currently displays knowledge, objects and gifts to the museum relating to the Indigenous heritage of Newmarket, the York Region and Canada. Visitors will be presented with narratives on the effects of colonization to the resilience of Indigenous knowledge, artistic expressions and traditional crafts.
Represented are the three Indigenous groups in Canada – First Nations, Inuit, and Metis through Creation Stories, Grandfather Teachings, Medicine Wheel and other traditions. Included in the gallery space, will be traditional artwork, artifacts, reading materials and hands on activities.
Lanterns, Teapots and Quilts; Off the Grid Living
This exhibit explores minimalist, off the grid living. A selection of over 50 artifacts bring to life how people relied on the natural environment, and the hardship to survive in the open wilderness of Newmarket. Could you survive for more than one year without electricity and plumbing?
