Paul Langan is going to tell us about the legend of Orval Shaw—The Bandit of Skunk’s Misery. We often hear fragments of stories and myths. Paul has done the research. He is going to talk about the process of collecting information for historical books and about how this booklet came together. Orval Shaw never killed...
Who were the wives, mothers, and women during the War of 1812? Why has history largely forgotten these integral players in Canadian history and is this anyone’s fault? We can formulate our answers to these questions by examining and sharing stories of womanhood during the War. We will discuss famous women like Laura Secord and...
Join us for a captivating presentation exploring the rich and complex history of the Mennonite people—from their radical beginnings during the 16th-century Anabaptist movement in Europe to their migrations across continents, including the journeys to Canada and Mexico. This talk will guide attendees through centuries of faith, migration, and cultural identity, offering insights into how...
Location: Glencoe Public Library, 123 McKellar Street, Glencoe, ON. Drawing from extensive family paperwork saved by her ancestors and combined with her in-depth research into census and land records, archaeological findings, and historical texts, Kae Elgie tells the remarkable story of 10,000 years of food gathering and agricultural production on the 200-acre farm in Chatham-Kent...
A Workshop with Evan Abma Friday, January 24, 2025 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch provided (you are welcome to bring a contribution) 📍 Location: The Archives, 178 McKellar Street, Glencoe, ON Join the Glencoe & District Historical Society for an engaging midday session with Evan Abma, local historian, Chair of the Sarnia Heritage...
