Folklore, true crime, heroes and Elvis: Oxford County’s most noteworthy
moments are captured in, “Growing Stronger Together: A Celebration of
Oxford County’s Past,” a new book by the Oxford County Archives that
celebrates the 175th anniversary of the County’s incorporation.

A collection of stories about local people, events and communities, the
book has its origins in an Archives blog started during the COVID-19
pandemic to share interesting stories about the County’s past. It
features articles and historical research from multiple contributors and
was curated by Oxford County Archivist Liz Dommasch.

The public book launch for “Growing Stronger Together: A Celebration of
Oxford County’s Past” takes place this month:

When: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 from 1:00 – 3:00pm

1:30pm: Comments from Deputy Warden Brian Petrie and book excerpts
read by County Archivist Liz Dommasch

Where: Oxford County Archives (Governor’s House building)
82 Light Street, Woodstock N4S 7Y3
Phone: 519-539-9800 x3071

Copies of the book will be on sale at the event for $45.00 each.

The book will also be available for purchase online at
www.oxfordcounty.ca/archives, at the Ingersoll and Tillsonburg
branches of Oxford County Library, Oxford County Archives, and at the
Customer Service desk in the Oxford County Administration Building.