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.
Located near Midland in the beautiful Southern Georgian Bay area, this world-renowned reconstruction illustrates the interaction of the French and Wendat nations. Visitors get a unique opportunity to see the earliest Canadian pioneer life, through guided or self-guided visits, school group tours, interactive education programs, special events, and corporate functions. Visit our Interpretive Museum and themed gift shop, and complete your stay with a delicious meal in Restaurant Sainte-Marie.
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons is operated by Huronia Historical Parks and is an Attraction of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport. Another Reason to Visit Simcoe County.
Download our free APP to enjoy an audio tour of the historic site!
• Take a self-guided audio tour through the historic site
• Listen to audio commentary or read about the site’s rich history
• Access information on our retail store, restaurant and other services
• Connect with us on social media
• Find out about upcoming events
• Share your experience with us
After you download the APP, click on the site picture and then on "download the tour"!
Find us in the Apple App Store or Google Play under “Huronia Historical Parks” or scan the QR code:
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons is delighted to announce it has been awarded the #SafeTravels Stamp. The Safe Travels Stamp is an international symbol designed to allow travellers to recognize governments and companies around the world, which have adopted health and hygiene, standardized protocols – so consumers can experience “Safe Travels”.
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