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Honouring Ted Fawm: A Legacy Preserved Through Film 
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Honouring Ted Fawm: A Legacy Preserved Through Film 

January 14, 2025

In August 2024, Andrew C. Brown and Nancy Musselman had the privilege of sitting down with Ted Fawm for a short documentary about his family’s …

Under This Roof – Documentary Trailer
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Under This Roof – Documentary Trailer

July 31, 2024

One-hour documentary – Coming Soon In 2005, master wood engraver and bookwright Gerard Brender À Brandis embarked on a captivating new journey when he purchased …

Percy & Henry, The Lion Twins of Perth County – Documentary
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Percy & Henry, The Lion Twins of Perth County – Documentary

June 8, 2024June 8, 2024

Dawna Robertson, renowned wildlife sculptor and artist from Stratford Ontario, brings her exceptional talent to the fore in recreating a piece of history. The Perth …

AVON CREST – New Documentary In Pre-Production – We Want You To Tell Your Stories!
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AVON CREST – New Documentary In Pre-Production – We Want You To Tell Your Stories!

April 3, 2024May 8, 2024

Unveiling the Legacy of Avon Crest: Your Stories Needed! The Architectural Conservancy Ontario and the Stratford & District Historical Society, in collaboration with documentary filmmaker …

“Historically Speaking” – Documentary Series – Director’s Comments
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“Historically Speaking” – Documentary Series – Director’s Comments

August 15, 2023October 11, 2023

About a year before the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Stratford & District Historical Society engaged in discussions around the creation of a captivating …

William “Boss” Easson – Video Documentary
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William “Boss” Easson – Video Documentary

July 15, 2023

Robert Andrew Moderwell died shovelling snow in January 1968. ‘Bob’ was grandson to both William Easson, mill owner, and Robert Moderwell, Perth County’s first Sheriff.  …

Innovation at the Beacon Herald – Video Documentary
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Innovation at the Beacon Herald – Video Documentary

July 7, 2023August 3, 2023

The world today has been changed by innovation. The Stratford Beacon Herald is a good example of how innovation on the press brought the paper …

Constructing Confederation Falls – Video Documentary
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Constructing Confederation Falls – Video Documentary

June 18, 2023August 3, 2023

The original blueprints for Confederation Falls are located at the University of Guelph and stored in their archives. In July 2021, following a lightning storm …

The Railway Stations of Stratford – Video Documentary
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The Railway Stations of Stratford – Video Documentary

June 5, 2023July 1, 2023

The success of Stratford in the early days was dependent upon the railway. Railway stations were the heart of the industries; produce, furniture, and later …

Historically Speaking Video – Avon Crest
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Historically Speaking Video – Avon Crest

March 7, 2021March 6, 2021

Opened in May 1891, Stratford General Hospital was the first for the city of Stratford, Ontario. Designed by renowned architect George F. Durand in the …

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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.

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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 24 St. Andrew St.

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.

In June 2024, it was announced Here For Now Theatre would be renovating and establishing a Micro Black Box Theatre space in the building.

Registry office photo courtesy of Allan O’Neill

Recent Posts

  • Exciting Update: Second & Third Public Screening of Our Documentary – Under This Roof!
  • Community Celebrates Premiere of Short Film Honouring Ted Fawm
  • Join Us for a Fun Afternoon Celebrating Local History and Horse Racing!
  • Exploring Our Community’s History: Articles from MARCH – APRIL 2025
  • Special Event Presentation – Recollections of Horse Racing History

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356 Ontario St., Suite 133

Stratford, ON N5A 7X6

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