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2 events,The Merrickville and District Historical Society ever-popular Lecture Series continues in October. Please join us on Tuesday, October 31, at 7 pm at the Merrickville Legion Hall for an illustrated talk, Rebuilding the Gates on the Rideau Canal by award-winning journalist, writer and photographer, Bruce Kemp. Have you ever wondered how the lock gates on… Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary, over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore—while I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping, as of some one gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door. “’Tis some visitor,” I muttered, “tapping at my chamber door—only this and nothing more…
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Little ghouls, ghosts and goblins - it's time for Halloween! Join us for a special Halloween party at the Wellington County Museum and Archives, complete with Halloween crafts, games, stories, and trick or treating! Come dressed in your Halloween costume to join in on the fun! Perfect for children under the age of 5. A…
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Show off your creative carvings one last time at the Pumpkin Walk on the grounds of the WCMA! Here is how it works: 1. Drop off your Jack o' Lantern between 9:30 am and 4:30 pm at the Wellington County Museum. 2. Come back to the WCMA at dusk to see all the jack o'… Conférencier : Joseph Graham, Historien et auteur d’Insatiable Hunger Mercredi 1er novembre 2023 à 19h Conférence hybride (en personne au nouveau campus du College Boréal à la distillerie* et en ligne) Tout au long des années 1500 et jusqu’au début des années 1600, les protestants français ont tenté à plusieurs reprises d’établir une colonie fondée… Speakers: Katy Whitfield and Ian DaSilva – “They Walked These Streets; We Will Remember Them” Katy and Ian will be expanding their interactive WWI and WWII Remembrance Day soldier memorials all the way south to Lake Ontario this year. They will talk about their projects commemorating local soldiers who lost their lives during the World… Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary, over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore—while I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping, as of some one gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door. “’Tis some visitor,” I muttered, “tapping at my chamber door—only this and nothing more…
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2 events,Planning for the 2023 Annual Symposium of the Ontario Archaeological Society is underway and we are happy to announce that it will be hosted in Southampton! It will take place in the treaty territory of Saugeen Ojibway Nation (Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation) and near the home of… Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary, over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore—while I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping, as of some one gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door. “’Tis some visitor,” I muttered, “tapping at my chamber door—only this and nothing more…
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2 events,Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary, over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore—while I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping, as of some one gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door. “’Tis some visitor,” I muttered, “tapping at my chamber door—only this and nothing more…
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2 events,The Lorne Scots (Peel, Dufferin, & Halton Regiment), the local Militia (Army Reserves) regiment has served Canada and the local community since before Confederation. While its official birthday is in September 1866, its history predates the War of 1812. A company of the regiment has been in Georgetown since 1863 and has included many residents… En 1880, un Inuk du nord du Labrador, Abraham, accepte une offre de partir pour l’Europe pour une année, avec femme et enfants, afin d’y être exhibés dans des zoos. Il espère ainsi gagner des revenus qui lui permettront d’améliorer le sort de sa famille. Trente-cinq ans plus tard, John Shiwak s’enrôle et devient un… |
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1 event,Départ* : 13h à l’entrée du cimetière au 160 chemin Beecroft (ouest de Yonge) Fin : retour à l’entrée Guides : Gilles Huot et Rolande Smith Au début du 19e siècle, le terrain occupé par le cimetière York était une ferme qui appartenait à Joseph Shepard. Une avenue tout près porte son nom. Ensuite et successivement un terrain… |
1 event,Alan Norton, while not a genealogy expert, has extensively researched, over the last 50 years, multiple branches of his family's history. Not only will he share some of the fascinating stories and pictures he uncovered about his family tree, but he will also share some of his learnings for those of you who might also… |
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Simcoe County Historical Association invites you to attend this special evening to share the memories of WWII as brought to us by the photographs collected by Mark Burchell and his father John. John served with the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserves during World War 2. The photographs tell the story of a sailor going through… Annual General Meeting/Show & Tell A brief AGM of LMHS executive members reports of 2023 activities. This is followed by attendees showing items about London and area and giving brief history about or maybe asking for help identifying the object. The speaker programme for the London and Middlesex Historical Society takes place on the third Wednesday… |
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Join us for “Laying the Tracks to Victory: Sergeant Biggs and the Canadian Railway Troops of the First World War,” an online lecture on November 16! Did you know that Canada during the 1910s had the best and most experienced trainmen in the world? These Canadian railway professionals were recruited to build & maintain thousands… |
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Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it . . . your own flying creation? Did you know that during WWII airplanes were built here at Canadian Car and Foundry? These were the famous Hawker Hurricanes. Come to the Thunder Bay Museum for a PA Day about the air, the sky, and things… |
3 events,The holidays are quickly approaching and we want to help you find the perfect gifts! Visit the Thunder Bay Museum's annual Holiday Market and Open House to purchase exquisite hand-made arts, crafts, and baking from local vendors, while experiencing three floors of exhibits and soaking in the holiday cheer. Admission to the Holiday Market and…
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Get a jump start on your holiday shopping with the Christmas Bazaar taking place Saturday, November 18 from 9 am to 2 pm at the Peterborough County Agricultural Heritage Building at Lang Pioneer Village Museum (146 Lang Road)! This indoor/outdoor market will feature a variety of local vendors selling unique hand-crafted gift items. Enjoy a…
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Join us on November 18 for a special guided tour of the Smiths Falls Heritage Museum which will be followed by a fascinating presentation by Ted & Marion Outerbridge, proprietors of Smiths Falls' Keyhole House.. Spaces are limited. Pre-registration is required: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hso-museum-club-excursion-tickets-734716214977?aff=ebdsoporgprofile For those who wish to get together for coffee afterward, let us know…
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1 event,Using Cy Wallace's memoir, which he titled Reflections, Notes and Ramblings of My Life & Times, you'll see place and events which stayed close to him throughout his life. Showcasing his numerous sketches and designs and using local photographs from the Albion Bolton Historical Society, Nathan will take you down this Memory Lane. No doubt… |
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For the final Local History Speaker Series of 2023, we are hosting a movie night, screening the National Film Board of Canada Documentary, Unarchived. In community archives across British Columbia, local knowledge keepers are hand-fashioning a more inclusive history. Through a collage of personal interviews, archival footage and deeply rooted memories, the past, present and future come… The Peterborough and County Military Museum is a recent addition to Peterborough’s several history museums. Having opened in October 2022 in the Peterborough Armoury, the PCMM is currently a satellite branch of the Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment Museum in the Belleville Armoury but is in the process of becoming a stand-alone entity. Peterborough has… |
1 event,Hope you can join us for our next presentation Wednesday, November 22nd, 2023 at 7:30 pm with guest speakers Diane Allengame and Rick Jones to share the History of Caledon East Fire Fighting 1950-1990. Visitors $5, Members and Students Free.
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Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Canada Black Music Archives Official Launch Pop-Up featuring live performances by Liberty Silver and DJ Carl Allen.Canada Black Music Archives (CBMA) is a brand-new digital repository dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich and diverse musical heritage of Black Canadians. 🍻 Plus, savour a beer on us… |
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We are pleased to invite you to our annual OHS publications sale. Books, Maps, Prints, and Playing Cards available! Cash, cheque or credit/debit cards accepted |
1 event,In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the reconstruction of fur-trade-era Fort William, please join Shawn Patterson from Fort William Historical Park for an intimate tour of forty-five works of art featuring the trading post throughout the 19th century. Shawn will share stories regarding each piece, discussing how the works were discovered, who the… |
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1 event,A Tale of Two Qallunaat is a one hour documentary about the legacy of two women artists who travelled to the Arctic in the early 1970s and what happens when elders and youth in today’s Pond Inlet and Iqaluit encounter that unique record of the past. This will be an in-person event that is free to… |
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2 events,The Model Railroad Club of Toronto celebrates the holidays! Now in its 85th year, the Club has welcomed thousands to view Canada's premier O scale model railroad. Inspired by the Central Ontario Railway, the railway captures the flavour of Central Ontario including industries and natural features. Look for holiday touches along the railway! The Club…
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Delight in the sights, sounds and smells of the holiday season during Christmas by Candlelight, Saturday & Sunday, December 2 & 3 at Lang Pioneer Village Museum! From 4 pm to 8 pm each night, relive the pleasures and peacefulness of a traditional Pioneer Christmas. Hear the jingle of sleigh bells as you hop aboard…
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3 events,The Model Railroad Club of Toronto celebrates the holidays! Now in its 85th year, the Club has welcomed thousands to view Canada's premier O scale model railroad. Inspired by the Central Ontario Railway, the railway captures the flavour of Central Ontario including industries and natural features. Look for holiday touches along the railway! The Club…
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Our annual year end social is back! In partnership with the Toronto Letter Writers Society, we will be holding our Holiday Open House event on December 3 from 12:30pm-3:30pm. Drop-in throughout the day to write a letter to Santa, work on your regular correspondence, design your very own holiday postcard, and enjoy some holiday nibbles… Delight in the sights, sounds and smells of the holiday season during Christmas by Candlelight, Saturday & Sunday, December 2 & 3 at Lang Pioneer Village Museum! From 4 pm to 8 pm each night, relive the pleasures and peacefulness of a traditional Pioneer Christmas. Hear the jingle of sleigh bells as you hop aboard…
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OHS members may submit events for addition to the calendar by emailing ohs@ontariohistoricalsociety.ca.