A majestic symbol of the Midland area community now soars high above Midland's waterfront. This impressive stainless steel sculpture of the Trumpeter Swan in flight, created by sculptor Ron Hunt, stands 25 feet high with a wingspan of 25 feet.

Looking out over Georgian Bay, at the foot of downtown Midland, is Canada's largest and most spectacular outdoor mural. This extraordinary 16,000 square-foot mural is one of more than 30 outdoor historical murals located within the downtown waterfront shopping district. The superb quality of these murals has made Midland one of Canada's premiere mural communities.

This unique outdoor art gallery is a revelation into the past. The large, colourful murals tell the story of Midland and area through the amazingly accurate depiction of various events and occasions. You will see what life was like hundreds of years ago for the Huron people, the early explorers, the Jesuits and the adventurous pioneers of industry and business. A detailed walking brochure is available for those who wish to take a self-guided tour of the murals.

Visitors to Midland will find everything they need. Whether it's financial services, groceries, prescriptions, postal services, marine services, library facilities, dining, entertainment or a unique gift for someone special - you'll find it among the many businesses and services of the Midland area.

Midland is rich in history and boasts many visitor attractions such as the Huronia Museum, with unique exhibits of artifacts and an active gallery of Georgian Bay art and paintings. The Huron Ouendat Village describes what life had been like 500 years ago complete with tools, implements, wood smoke and chants.

Visit Ontario's first European community. Saint-Marie among the Hurons (1639-1649) was the 17th-century fortress and headquarters for the French Jesuit mission to the Huron (Ouendat) people. Burned by the Jesuits themselves in 1649, Sainte-Marie was relocated to Christian Island and since reconstructed at its present location on Highway 12 east of Midland. Costumed interpreters add realistic dimension to the Saint-Marie story.

The twin spires of the Martyr's Shrine are clearly visible above the tree line as you drive down Highway 12 east of Midland. On entering the grounds, a road leads up a hill to the magnificent limestone church erected in 1926 to honour the beautification of the Canadian Martyrs. From the highest point of the shrine, "The Lookout", the view of Georgian Bay and the Wye River Valley has been virtually unchanged by time. You can imagine yourself looking over the same vistas as the Jesuit missionaries and the Huron peoples did as they watched for the supply canoes to arrive from New France.

Nature lovers can't miss a visit to the internationally recognized Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. This 1,200 hectare wetland is unique for its natural beauty. Take part in guided canoe tours, trail walks or just stroll the boardwalks running through massive cattail marshes. Why Marsh is also home to the Trumpeter Swan, Black Terns and Least Bitterns. A great place for the whole family!