Retired Women Teachers Day
This picture shows the group that gathered at Stratford City Hall on April 9th, 2026 to listen to Stratford’s Mayor Ritsma declare the day as …
Decades of Friendship on Two Wheels
From war surplus Harley Davidsons to lifelong bonds, the story of our local motorcycle club is one of camaraderie, adventure, and enduring friendship. Rainbow Riders …
New Flipbook – “Creators of the Classic City”
“Creators of the Classic City” tells the stories about 170 enterprising people who play a part in creating the Classic City (Stratford Ontario). Most of …
Shannon Kyles, author of The Story of Ontario Architecture, at Gallery Stratford on February 5th.
Architectural Conservancy Ontario Stratford-Perth County Branch and Gallery Stratford are proud to host the author Shannon Kyles as she speaks on her new book The …
AGM – A NEW YEAR FOR SDHS
On October 4, the Stratford & District Historical Society hosted an engaging event at the Stratford-Perth Archives. The afternoon began with a captivating presentation by …
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Women in Stratford’s Early History In 1826 The Canada Company was incorporated and the settlement of the Huron Road from Galt to Goderich began. The …
A Few Words Of Thanks
My name is Andrew C. Brown. I recently found out that I have been nominated for the Architectural Conservatory of Ontario (ACO) Public Education and …
Standing-Room-Only: “Under This Roof” Success at Gallery Stratford
What a night! Our screening of the documentary Under This Roof packed Gallery Stratford to capacity as part of their lively “Third Thursday / Artist …
Join Us for the Screening of “Under This Roof”
We are thrilled to invite you to a special screening of Under This Roof on September 18, 2025. Doors will open at 6:30 PM at …
A Brief Retrospective and A Glimpse To Fall 2025
After navigating the challenges of the Covid pandemic, the Stratford & District Historical Society is excited to announce a vibrant resurgence with a lineup of …