Join Toronto's First Post Office, in partnership with 183 Gallery Amazing Moss Park, for a new walking tour that will explore the history and architecture of Queen Street East in the Old Town neighbourhood. Meeting at Toronto's First Post Office, participants will be shown how the street has changed through carefully curated stops that will...
A richly illustrated lecture on social dancing in Jane Austen's time, followed by letter-writing with quill pens and sealing wax. What really happened on the Regency dance floor? Why must Lizzy stop dancing once she'd refused Mr. Collins? What did Mr. Darcy mean by "dancing a reel"? Was the Duke of Wellington really refused admission...
Celebrate Simcoe Day 2026 with Toronto history authors, booksellers, podcasters, and historical societies on Monday, August 3, 2026! For a third straight year, the York Pioneer & Historical Society (YPHS), Toronto's First Post Office (TYHS), and the Riverdale Historical Society are partnering to bring together people who share a passion for Toronto's rich past. Join...
Explore the Town of York on foot with our Museum Coordinator! In this walking tour, join us as we explore the beginnings of the area that would become the Town of York, the events leading up to the War of 1812, the Battle of York, its aftermath, and everyday living conditions while we walk the...
Learn about the philatelic history of Toronto with expert Garfield Portch! Join us for an exciting evening of Toronto's philatelic history with expert Garfield Portch at the Vincent Graves Greene Philatelic Foundation! Generously sponsored by the Vincent Graves Greene Foundation, enjoy an extensive presentation on the postal history and the history of the post office...
