An Engaging Couple

May 31, 2024 / 0 Comments

The gentleman on the right has the distinction of being one of Pennock’s most frequently photographed subjects. He appears in well over 50 Pennock photos, often surrounded by his family and friends. Here he is captured holding hands with his wife, possibly just after their wedding ceremony. Notice that they each are wearing shiny new […]

Peace Tower

May 25, 2024 / 0 Comments

Photograph of the original Peace Tower in Ottawa taken prior to the devastating fire of 1916. Note the delicate and ornate top of the original tower, looking distinctly different from today’s replacement structure. Note the distinction of the columns and windows on the left accentuated by the shadow of the tower.  The darkened entrance to […]

South Crosby Railway Stations

April 19, 2024 / 0 Comments

The following article, written by Neil Patterson, is a nostalgic look at railway stations that at one time dotted the tracks throughout South Crosby Township. Sadly, only pictures and memories remain today. The feature image on the left is the Newboro Station.

Christmas Perhaps Needn’t Come from A Store

December 9, 2023 / 0 Comments

Here are a couple of ole fashion Christmas ideas for a homemade ornament and fresh from the farm mincemeat pie. Try them, they are sure to please.

Halloween High Jinks

December 5, 2023 / 0 Comments

Former Elgin resident, Don Kerr, shares some of the “carryings-on” on Halloween Nights while growing up in Elgin. https://eahs.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/HALLOWEEN-HIGH-JINKS-1.pdf

Founders’ and Volunteers’ Recognition Event

July 27, 2023 / 0 Comments

The E.A.H.S is hosting a private Founders’ and Volunteers’ Recognition Event on September 24, 2023, from 1 pm – 4 pm at the Elgin Municipal Complex. This time of celebration and recognition, including a guest speaker, is a tribute to those whose vision, dedication, and perseverance has led to 20 years of area heritage and […]

Video – Meet Clifford Pennock

March 30, 2023 / 0 Comments

A feature documentary on the life and photographic art of Clifford Pennock. Born in Elgin Ontario in 1880, he became the “Karsh” of his times. He brilliantly captured life in South Crosby in the early decades of the 1900s. Sponsored by the Elgin and Area Heritage Society (EAHS), this program was produced by Glen Russell […]

Upcoming Notices

March 20, 2023 / 0 Comments

Thank you for reliving Elgin’s Finest Moment with us this summer! For 10 weekends from July 4 to September 6, 2026, The Elgin and Area Heritage Society presented an all-new summer exhibit: remembering Elgin’s remarkable 1956 Centennial Celebration. Photos and memorabilia transported visitors back to that special moment in time of village life!  Find more heritage photos, […]

How Quebec’s Greatest Authors Were Brought to English Canada

January 19, 2023 / 0 Comments

This article was first published in The Walrus Nov. 21, 2017 and updated Dec 3, 2019. As the article was published over five years ago, and updated over three years ago, some information may no longer be current. EAHS acknowledges both the Walrus magazine and the article’s author Derek Webster. For Sheila Fischman, translation represents […]

A Jewish Kid at Christmas

January 7, 2023 / 0 Comments

The following is a personal story by Sheila Fischman https://eahs.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Sheila-F.-My-Christmas-Story.pdf