Typical of many schools in Ontario a wood stove and later an oil furnace was used for heating. Water was obtained from a hand operated outside pump. Until the 1950’s there were often no indoor toilets. One teacher supervised eight grades and handled 20 to 30 students. Join Marilyn Snedden as she brings back memories […]
Join researcher and genealogist Gloria Tubman for her presentation on British Home Children and the techniques and resources used to unravel the life of Scottish home children, including brothers Archibald and George Clark. On April 14, 1908, 14-year old George Clark and his 11-year-old brother Archibald, both from Orphan Homes of Scotland, founded by William […]
Join history buff Shaun Peppy for his presentation focusing on the political history of Carleton County and some of its more interesting candidates, representatives and elections over the years. Shaun Peppy has degrees in Political Science and has worked much of his career in parliamentary affairs. In addition to serving as Vice-President of the Goulbourn […]
The Goulbourn Historical Society's November Speaker's Program features the Bytown Museum's Grant Vogl taking us back to early Bytown and the conflict between canal workers and the men working in the lumber industry. It was a lusty time with Peter Aylen, the King of the Shiners, leading the fray. Entry is free and the public […]
In honour of St. Patrick’s Day, the Goulbourn Township Historical Society presents “An Irish Afternoon” with Roger Young on Saturday, March 19th from 1.30 to 2.30 p.m. Activities will include some visits to beautiful places in Ireland, listening to some great Irish music, and joining in a Quiz to share your knowledge of Ireland and maybe learn something […]