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The struggle to save local historic buildings
History

The struggle to save local historic buildings

April 13, 2023April 23, 2023

The push by Andrew Williams and his Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance board to demolish Stratford’s Avon Crest hospital has taken us back to the late …

Stratford Books – Our new website page
News

Stratford Books – Our new website page

April 11, 2023April 6, 2023

Our newest website page “Stratford Books” provides a valuable and entertaining resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and traditions of the region. “Stratford …

New Event – Dinner & Movie – April 21, 2023
Events

New Event – Dinner & Movie – April 21, 2023

April 5, 2023April 23, 2023

As there are a limited number of seats – please email: sdhs2019@yahoo.com for information package.

Be Open to New Possibilities
Events

Be Open to New Possibilities

March 20, 2023March 20, 2023

Be Open to New Possibilities was the second public meeting of the SAVE AVON CREST committee. This event, held on March 16, 2023, was sponsored …

New “Streets of Stratford” Website
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New “Streets of Stratford” Website

March 15, 2023

What’s in a name?  It all depends upon the name. Street names in Stratford are carefully considered before being passed by city council. No scandals, …

NEW EVENT – MARCH 16, 2023 – 7 PM
Events

NEW EVENT – MARCH 16, 2023 – 7 PM

March 11, 2023
SAVE AVON CREST Introduces Position Paper
News

SAVE AVON CREST Introduces Position Paper

February 15, 2023February 15, 2023

As the very real potential of the demolition of Stratford’s first General Hospital, named Avon Crest, is brought forward by the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance’s …

HPHA opens bids for demolition of Avon Crest – CTV News Kitchener
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HPHA opens bids for demolition of Avon Crest – CTV News Kitchener

January 31, 2023

Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance announced that they are proceeding with plans to demolish Avon Crest, Stratford’s first hospital, by requesting bids to undertake the building’s …

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
News

“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 …

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Events - Coming Soon!

Sep 20, 2023 - What was past is a "present"

It’s time to renew your membership!

With every membership, per household, you will receive one Stratford Perth Museum FAMILY PASS TO VISIT THE MUSEUM.

JOIN US AT the Stratford Perth Museum for our Annual General Meeting, on May 3, 7-9 pm. Guest Speaker Micaela Fitzsimmons: Manager of Collection & Exhibits. FREE Admission
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS

Click on membership and download the form. Membership rates for 2023 - Adults $25, Students $10, Household $40.

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We Are Looking For Your Stories!

Are you interested in the history, people, places and events of Stratford and district?

Do you know an interesting but unknown story? Do you like to write?

We want to hear from you.

Email us at: info@sdhs2019.ca with your stories (50-150 words) or your ideas.

What we do

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.

Download membership application here.

1872 AGM Annie Allcock annie macpherson Around Market Square authors Avon Crest Avondale Cemetary Benjamin Sleet black history month book books British home children city hall Confederation Park constitution dinner edison night Eidt farmers market Gallery Stratford Gene's Restaurant Gertrude Ross ghosts ghosts are inn Herman Brosius International Women's Day Limited Edition Lucy Cartwright olin brown candies Ontario Heritage Week Overview map Parks printmaker Registry Office remembrance Save Avon Crest Shakespeare Shakespeare Road Stratford-Perth Archives threatened demolition tour USB wafer Drive volunteer walking tour

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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

  • The struggle to save local historic buildings
  • Stratford Books – Our new website page
  • New Event – Dinner & Movie – April 21, 2023
  • Be Open to New Possibilities
  • New “Streets of Stratford” Website

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Mail: Stratford & District Historical Society

356 Ontario St., Suite 133

Stratford, ON N5A 7X6

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