Stratford’s Good Fortune
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
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
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
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
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 …
Gene’s Restaurant
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?
The Stratford & District Historical Society: Are you interested in the history, people, places and of Stratford and District? We are looking for volunteers. We …
Did You Know… Annie Allcock & Lucy Cartwright ?
Almost 40 years before Canadian women had the right to vote, and when most working women were dressmakers, milliners, teachers, or nurses, a number of …
International Women’s Day – March 8, 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 …
The Former Registry Office/ Stratford-Perth Archives
Ontario Heritage Week February 21-27, 2022 Since 1974, the third Monday of February has been recognized as Heritage Day in Canada. In 1985, the Ontario …