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 […]
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.
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.
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
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 […]
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 […]
Join us in reliving Elgin’s Finest Moment this summer! The Elgin and Area Heritage Society is presenting an all-new summer exhibit for the 2026 season: remembering Elgin’s remarkable 1956 Centennial Celebration. WeekendsJuly 4 to Sept. 610 am to 3 pmRed Brick School, 3 Halladay St., Elgin See photos and memorabilia taking visitors back to that special moment […]
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 […]
The following is a personal story by Sheila Fischman https://eahs.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Sheila-F.-My-Christmas-Story.pdf
The following article highlights the soon to be unveiled exhibit of two local WW1 soldiers, Martin James Flynn and Arthur Thomas Cooper.