The Infamous Hanging in Queen's Bush

The Infamous Hanging in the Queen's Bush

Join us for this thrilling and unforgettable event called The Infamous Hanging in the Queen's Bush. This event starts at 2 pm at St. Paul's United Church in Walkerton, Ontario. Get ready to be transported back in time, where justice was served with the tightening of a noose.

This immersive experience will feature actors portraying real-life characters from long ago. Feel the anticipation as a verdict is brought forth, and a man by the name of John Haag is sentenced to hang at the Walkerton jail for the vicious murder of a childhood friend. This true story shook the small, rural communities of South Bruce County as law enforcement officials searched high and low for the infamous killer.

This tour starts in Walkerton and includes visits to historical buildings throughout South Bruce County, including older churches (e.g., the famous Immaculate Conception Church in Formosa, where the murder victim now rests), as well as Harley's Pub and Perk, built in 1872 and still in operation today. (Depending on the date, the tour will feature a tour of the Formosa Brewery ). This event will also include a visit to the Walkerton Jail, where the infamous hanging occurred (or did it)?

This event includes bus transportation (during the tour), visits to historic buildings, beer and wine tasting, guided tours of the Walkerton Jail and the churches, the talented actors, and a full-course Bruce County church supper to finish the day!

This event offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and bring history alive with the true story of what happened on that fateful night back in 1868. Don't miss out on this unique and fun adventure in the Queen's Bush!

A discount of 10% is available to group orders of 6 or more (to be provided on the day of the tour). Refunds will be provided at the event.

An early photo of the Walkerton Jail, built in 1866.