The Ontario Historical Society

Heritage York Annual Howland Lecture: Tim Morawetz
2026-01-25 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Lambton House, 4066 Old Dundas St., York, Ontario, M6S 2R6, Canada
Heritage York invites all to the annual Howland Lecture at the Lambton House, held in memory of our neighbourhood’s own Father of Confederation Sir William Pearce Howland, onetime proprietor of the Lambton House. This year, it will take place on Sunday, January 25th at 2 pm.
Author Tim Morawetz will present on Art Deco Architecture, focusing on Ontario. The author of “Art Deco Architecture Across Canada,” Morawetz has presented widely around the province to architects and general audiences to wide acclaim.
We recommend taking the TTC 55 bus from Jane Station which stops right in front of the Lambton House.

La Société d'histoire de Toronto HISTORITOUR - Balade le long de la Humber
2025-06-15 13:30 - 15:00
Attention : Cette visite n’est pas une boucle. Elle fait environ 3,5 km en terrain plat.
Départ : Parc King’s Mill, devant les piliers du pont de métro Old Mill (murales autochtones)
Arrivée : Lambton House, 4066 Old Dundas
Comment venir : la meilleure façon est de prendre la TTC et de marcher 10 minutes : en sortant de la station de métro Old Mill, aller jusqu’à Bloor, passer devant un condo et prendre l’escalier qui descend dans la vallée. Ceci est le chemin le plus rapide mais il y a un escalier assez long!
OU : tourner à droite en sortant du métro, suivre Old Mill trail, tourner à droite sur Old Mill road, passer devant le restaurant et prendre la première rue avant le vieux pont en pierre. Continuer jusqu’aux piliers du pont du métro.
Si vous venez en auto, il y a quelques places de stationnement dans le parc King’s Mill.
Comment repartir : Autobus 55 pour aller à la station de métro Jane. Ou belle marche de 45 minutes sur la rive ouest de la Humber pour retourner au point de départ…
Guides : Isabelle Montagnier et Johanne Roberge
Le patrimoine de la rivière Humber est l’un des plus riches au Canada. Le site fut autrefois occupé par un village des Premières Nations, Teiaigon. Au cours des siècles, les Premières Nations comme les Européens ont profité du sol fertile de la région et de sa rivière poissonneuse. Cette région a été tour à tour un lieu de passage et de commerce, de cueillette, de chasse, de pêche et de peuplement.
Lors de cette visite, vous découvrirez les personnages qui ont fréquenté ces lieux au fil des siècles et les événements qui ont marqué son histoire, comme l’ouragan Hazel en 1954.
Nous suivrons une partie du tracé du Sentier partagé inauguré en 2011 par la Société d’histoire de Toronto grâce à diverses subventions et au travail acharné de bénévoles.
Pas besoin de s’inscrire. La visite est gratuite, mais la SHT passe le chapeau à la fin. Pas de chien!
Contact: info@sht.ca ou sur nos réseaux Facebook et Instagram

Heritage York Heritage Talks: Misadventure on the Humber
2023-09-21 19:30
On Wednesday, August 7, 1968, an event occurred on the Humber River that resonates in the Warren Park community to this day, 52 years later! That event made the front page of the citywide newspapers. The Globe and Mail trumpeted the headline ‘Four girls, dog, wade into deep troubles’ – the front page of the Toronto Daily Star carried a picture of a terrified girl with the by line ‘3 Hours Of Terror On The Humber’ with an accompanying dedicated page of pictures and captions with the headline ‘Raging Humber maroons 4 terror-stricken girls.’ Not to be out done, The Telegram quoted one of the girls ‘I Can’t Do It, I’m Afraid.’
What was the dire event that captured the headlines that fateful day in August on the Humber River? In this short documentary, we will explore the events of that day as seen through the eyes of surviving participants. Through interviews, photographs and other media, including a previously unseen short 8MM film of that day, one will understand how a simple misadventure became a seminal moment for everyone involved. Check out our preview teaser HERE.

Attention all history enthusiasts and heritage lovers!
We are delighted to invite you to our monthly heritage talks, where we delve into a wide range of topics that showcase the rich and diverse cultural heritage of our local, provincial, and national history. Our talks are held on the second Thursday of every month and are designed to enlighten and inspire our audience with fascinating stories and insights from renowned speakers and experts in the field.
Whether you’re interested in learning about the hidden gems of our local history or exploring the broader scope of our country’s heritage, our talks have something for everyone. From the cultural traditions of indigenous peoples to the architectural wonders of our historic buildings, we cover it all.
Join us for an evening of discovery and exploration as we celebrate our heritage and uncover the untold stories of our past. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals.
Mark your calendars for the following dates and come along to our next heritage talk. We can’t wait to see you there!

Heritage York at Lambton House: Valley Winter Market
2021-11-21 10:00 - 14:00
At Lambton House/Tavern, we will have our sales tables on the front verandah if weather permits, or in the Howland Room in inclement weather. We will open at 9:00 a.m. for anyone who wishes to preview our sale items.
As a City-owned facility, in compliance with Covid protocols, we will require your name and either an e-mail address or phone number for contact tracing, as well as proof of vaccination and ID if entering into Lambton House.
Heritage York looks forward to seeing you once again at Lambton House/Tavern, in what we hope to be the beginning of our gradual re-opening.
