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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 …

February is Black History Month
History

February is Black History Month

February 6, 2020February 5, 2020

Joseph Christopher Harrison was born in 1814 on the Hemingway plantation where he was originally given the name of his owner. He ran away when …

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It’s time to renew your membership! April to April

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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.

77 Brunswick St 1872 AGM Annie Allcock Around Market Square authors Avon Crest Beacon Herald black history month books book talk city hall creators of the classic city dinner Discovering Your House's History easson flipbook Gallery Stratford Gene's Restaurant Gerard Brender à Brandis ghosts Herman Brosius James Anderson James MacDougall Lucy Cartwright Marianne Brandis My Stratford Now Overview map Premiere Screening protests railway stations Rainbow Riders Registry Office remembrance Save Avon Crest screening Shakespeare Road Stratford Times Stratford Today Ted Fawm threatened demolition Under This Roof volunteer walking tour Woodland Towers

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Our Logo

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

  • Behind the Scenes: Our First Shoot for “Normal School: Extraordinary Lives”
  • Streets of Stratford Website – A Valuable Resource:
  • SDHS Brings Local History to Life at Woodland Towers with Rainbow Riders Screening
  • Bringing History to Life: The Gerard Brender À Brandis Documentary Now Available on YouTube
  • Gallery Stratford and The Historical Society Host Another Successful Screening Event

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Email: info@sdhs2019.ca

Mail: Stratford & District Historical Society

356 Ontario St., Suite 133

Stratford, ON N5A 7X6

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