It is located in the former Doon village, now part of Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, next to Homer Watson Park.

Currently Doon Heritage Village is closed for renovations that will strengthen historic infrastructure for generations to come.

[1] The Doon Heritage Village recreates life in rural Waterloo County during the year 1914.

Buildings in the living history village include the Grand Trunk Railway's Petersburg station, Peter Martin House, Wagon Drive Shed and Barns, Detweiler Weavery, Dry Goods and Grocery Store, Harness Shop, Tailor Shop, Post Office, Sawmill, Blacksmith Shop, Meat Market, Repair Shop, Peter McArthur House, Seibert House, Sararas House, Bricker Barn, Freeport United Brethren in Christ Church, and Fire Hall.

The long term exhibit, What Makes Us Who We Are?, explores 12,000 years of the history and development of Waterloo Region, from First Peoples through the high tech sector of the early 21st century.

The museum includes public amenities such as a gift shop, the 114 seat Christie Theatre, classrooms, outdoor patio/picnic space, and Hazels - a snack bar/cafe.

Hands-on activities take place throughout the year including vintage games, making ice cream and historic crafts led by costumed teacher/interpreters.

The Waterloo Region Hall of Fame is located on the second floor exhibit gallery of What Makes Us Who We Are?

Research collections are stored in the Region of Waterloo Curatorial Centre, located on the museum's property.