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Save Avon Crest – First Public Event
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Save Avon Crest – First Public Event

December 19, 2022

On December 13, 2022 an overflow audience of more than 60 attended a public event at the Queen’s Inn hosted by Save Avon Crest. The …

“Historically Speaking” Documentary Series Premiere
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“Historically Speaking” Documentary Series Premiere

November 13, 2022November 14, 2022

COMING EVENT – NOVEMBER 29,2022 Save the date to join the Stratford and District Historical Society’s event for November.  Come and learn some interesting history …

When Ontario Street Was Shakespeare Road
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When Ontario Street Was Shakespeare Road

October 31, 2022October 31, 2022

In the days when Ontario Street was known as Shakespeare Road – there was a strong belief in ghosts and such things. This is an …

“Ghosts Are Inn” Walking Tour 2022
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“Ghosts Are Inn” Walking Tour 2022

September 19, 2022October 20, 2022

THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT To believe or not to believe, that is the question. Enjoy hearing about the spirits of the past and …

Save Avon Crest! 
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Save Avon Crest! 

September 16, 2022September 16, 2022

SAVE AVON CREST! – wants to save Stratford’s first public hospital, Avon Crest (1891), located at 86 & 90 John Street South. City council recently …

Stratford’s Good Fortune
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Stratford’s Good Fortune

September 13, 2022September 13, 2022

Dean Robinson, Stratford-Perth  Ontario historian and author, describes the convergence of some of the significant events in Stratford’s history that define the city’s character today.  …

Around Market Square – Walking Tour Success
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Around Market Square – Walking Tour Success

July 12, 2022July 12, 2022

Thank you for taking part in our walking tour Around Market Square. Our first public event of the year was enjoyed by all who participated, …

Around Market Square WalkingTour – July 10 & 11, 2022
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Around Market Square WalkingTour – July 10 & 11, 2022

July 3, 2022July 4, 2022

Stratford & District Historical Society presents Around Market Square Walking Tours Having guests and want to show them some of Stratford’s heritage buildings? Moved to …

A Bird’s Eye View of Stratford 150 Years Ago 
History

A Bird’s Eye View of Stratford 150 Years Ago 

May 29, 2022May 28, 2022

The original map was created by Herman Brosius in 1872. By enlarging the map, you will be able to recognize many of the buildings that …

SDHS AGM held by Zoom, May 24, 2022 
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SDHS AGM held by Zoom, May 24, 2022 

May 29, 2022May 28, 2022

The following messages are from the Reverend Dr. Scott Boughner, our first president, and Jayne Trachsel, our newly elected president.  President’s Message I begin by …

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SDHS aims to advance public education and awareness of the history of Stratford and district by disseminating historical information, hosting events and organizing displays, exhibitions and performances. We seek to promote and advocate for the built heritage, landscapes, people, institutions and events that contribute to our region’s rich heritage.

Membership is open to all who share these interests.

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Created by SDHS member Andrew C. Brown, the SDHS logo incorporates a photograph of Stratford”s former Land Registry and Archives Office at 5 Huron Street.

Constructed in 1910 by T.J Hepburn, it was designed to harmonize with the neighbouring jail and courthouse buildings designed by architect George Durand in the 1880s.

The building is currently unoccupied and its fate uncertain.

Registry office photo courtesy of Allan O’Neill

Recent Posts

  • Save Avon Crest – First Public Event
  • “Historically Speaking” Documentary Series Premiere
  • When Ontario Street Was Shakespeare Road
  • “Ghosts Are Inn” Walking Tour 2022
  • Save Avon Crest! 

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356 Ontario St., Suite 133

Stratford, ON N5A 7X6

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