Perth Museum (Matheson House) | Local History & Museum Tour | Perth, Ontario | 1800s History

Step back in time with a tour of the Perth Museum – Matheson House in beautiful Perth, Ontario! In this video, we explore one of the town’s most historic landmarks and discover what life was like in the 19th century inside this well-preserved stone home. The Matheson House, built in the 1840s, once belonged to the Matheson family and now serves as the Perth Museum. Inside, you’ll find fascinating exhibits, period furniture, historical artifacts, and stories that bring the early days of Perth to life. From original rooms filled with antiques to displays highlighting local history, the museum offers a unique glimpse into the past of this charming heritage town in Eastern Ontario. Join us as we walk through the historic rooms, learn about the Matheson family, and take a closer look at artifacts that tell the story of Perth’s early settlers. Whether you love Canadian history, heritage buildings, or small-town museums, the Matheson House is a must-visit destination. They even have a section on geology and have Mica on display! Where have we seen Mica before? At the Silver Queen Mica Mine in Murphys Point Provincial Park about 13 km south of Perth! Check out these videos!    • SILVER QUEEN MICA MINE Open House Tour | M...      • MURPHYS POINT PROVINCIAL PARK | Park Tour ...   If you enjoy exploring historic places and museums across Ontario, be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more walking tours and travel adventures! For more information about the Perth Museum visit https://www.perth.ca/museum 📍 Location: Perth Museum (Matheson House) – 11 Gore Street East, Perth, Ontario, Canada #perth #perthontario #perthmuseum #mathesonhouse #ontariomuseums #ontariohistory #historicperth #museumtour #canadianhistory #canadianmuseums #canada #localhistory #heritage #heritagehouse #19thcenturyhistory #exploreontario #explorecanada #museumcollection #museumday #museumsofcanada #museum #19thcentury #museumvlog #museumvisit #museumvibes #museumlovers #museumlife #perthtourism #localmuseum #museumcollection ‪@perthtourism‬ Video Chapters Intro (0:00) 1840s Kitchen (1:36) Main Entrance (3:12) 1890s Parlour/Library (4:35) 1840s Dining Room (6:42) Stairway (8:23) 1840s Drawing Room (8:47) 3rd Floor (10:04) Geology of Lanark County (10:21) Heritage Architecture (11:54) 100th Anniversary Display (14:20) Dollhouse (16:58) Sports & Old Medicine (18:11) Theatre Memorabilia (19:49) Kids Colouring Zone (21:34) Lady in Red (21:53) Mammoth Cheese (22:35) Final Thoughts (23:29)