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Category: History

When Ontario Street Was Shakespeare Road
History

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 …

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 …

Gene’s Restaurant
History

Gene’s Restaurant

April 24, 2022April 24, 2022

By Ken Gene Gene’s Restaurant was founded by my parents, Larry and Rae Gene, in 1970. They were originally trying to open up on my …

Looking to Volunteer & Learn About  Local History First Hand?
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Looking to Volunteer & Learn About Local History First Hand?

April 6, 2022April 6, 2022

The Stratford & District Historical Society: Are you interested in the history, people, places and of Stratford and District? We are looking for volunteers.  We …

International Women’s Day – March 8, 2022
History

International Women’s Day – March 8, 2022

March 8, 2022April 6, 2022

During this International Women’s Day, I am sure we will all be thinking of the women forced by war to leave Ukraine with children as …

Annie Macpherson
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Annie Macpherson

January 29, 2022January 29, 2022

Annie Macpherson was born in Scotland and educated at the Home and Colonial Training College in Gray’s Inn Road, London. It was there she became …

88 Wellington Street: A Part of Stratford’s “Sweet” History
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88 Wellington Street: A Part of Stratford’s “Sweet” History

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021

As holiday time arrives, our thoughts turn to celebrating with friends, family, food, and of course, sweet things to eat. The Remax office, is a …

Dr. Edward Henry Eidt: “Grandfather” of the Stratford Parks System
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Dr. Edward Henry Eidt: “Grandfather” of the Stratford Parks System

May 16, 2021May 13, 2021

Stratford owes a debt of gratitude to the dogged determination of dentist Dr. Edward Henry Eidt. Over the course of some 35 years Eidt fought …

Dr. Daisy Mary Moore Macklin (1873 – 1925)
History

Dr. Daisy Mary Moore Macklin (1873 – 1925)

March 7, 2021March 6, 2021

Today, the house at 196 Ontario Street stands as an oasis of civility and calm in the midst of asphalt and strip malls as it …

Black History Month
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Black History Month

February 7, 2021February 7, 2021

There are many stories to tell when you think of the Underground Railroad. Whether it’s the story of escaping slaves looking for the light of …

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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 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

  • New “Streets of Stratford” Website
  • NEW EVENT – MARCH 16, 2023 – 7 PM
  • SAVE AVON CREST Introduces Position Paper
  • HPHA opens bids for demolition of Avon Crest – CTV News Kitchener
  • Save Avon Crest – First Public Event

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356 Ontario St., Suite 133

Stratford, ON N5A 7X6

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