Dalkeith Historical Society

Welcome/Bienvenue/Ceud Mile Failte

Société historique de Dalkeith Historical Society Canada

Greetings from Dalkeith

Where a fine selection of Hospitality and Heritage awaits you!

Dalkeith
Historical Society

It is a grassroots group that came together to own and operate a local historic building-enriching community experiences with the following museum quality exhibits and related activities.

Olde Lochiel Heritage -
General and Family History — Olde Lochiel Heritage - General and Family History

Glengarry Military Heritage -
Honouring Our Own — Glengarry Military Heritage - Honouring Our Own

Alex Fraser Glengarry Gravestones Genealogy
Collection
Online eBooks: a considerable selection of local history and genealogy
Hard-copy books by mail: Quebec genealogy and history related Loyalist Townships Early Quebec Collection
Outdoor Memorial Gardens: Open to the public April-Nov. dawn-dusk
The on-site store “Curiosity Shop”offers a pleasant selection of jewellery, old coins, books, art, gift items, bric a brac miscellanea
Coffee Shop-Coffee and cold drinks available

January Update

Dalkeith Historical Society would like to wish one and all the best for the New Year 2023

DHS is closed to the public until April . However DHS Organizers and planners for upcoming 2023 season are very busy beavers organizing events for you to enjoy. Once again thank you for your patronage. We look forward to welcoming you to the Robertson Clark property during the 2023 season..

Looking for hard to find local mostly Glengarry heritage bks, Do ask for DHS complete list. below is a partial list Also check out ebk availability

1. Butternuts and Maple Syrup "the history of the "old 14th" of Lochiel by Elsie MacMillan 371pp
@$100 plus P & P

2. The people of Glengarry "Highlanders in transition 1745-1820" by Marianne Mclean Hard cover. excellent condition. 265pp
$50 plus P & P

3. The Last Laird of MacNab by Alexander Fraser -an episode in the settlement of McNab Township U.C. 218pp ..$30 plus P & P

4. The Clan McNaughton by Duncan McNaughton MAFS, FSA the most complete history ever written of this famous clan very good condition 85pp
$20 plus P & P

5.MacGregors: Kith and Kin by Furcall/Templeton
signed, soft cover, like new 285pp
$30 plus P & P

payment etransfer or cheque to DHS $ goes to maintain and support community DHS activities
contact dalkeith1794@gmail.com

2022-24 Board of Directors & General Info

2011-OCN #1851349
2012-CRA #813460110RR0001

OFFICERS: M.Dean, S. Richer, F. Fraser
DIRECTORS: D.Irvine, H. Kaufman, G. Mullin, P. Phillips, C. Taylor

The Board meets 5x/yr plus at their AGM in May to conduct necessary business and to fulfill legal obligations.

Snail mail:
Dalkeith Historical Society
1841 Dalkeith Road, box 4,
Dalkeith, On K0B 1E0
Email: dalkeith1794@gmail.com

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Memberships: Individual: $20/year | Family: $30/year
Donations of your choice are welcome.
CRA receipts issued.

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DHS Committee’s support and implement Board Directives. DHS property is insured through Ecclesiastical.

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Open to the general public April through November Saturdays 10 am-1 pm and on other special occasion dates.

For exhibits, activities, special events and related details see social media, local papers.

Awards, Appreciation & Volunteering DHS has been the recipient of the following North Glengarry Township Awards:
Dedication and Leadership & Citizen of the Year

In addition, DHS would like to thank the many local businesses that have been of invaluable support.
Last but not least are the valuable DHS members and DHS Friends who patronize community events hosted by DHS.
DHS VOLUNTEERS MAKE IT HAPPEN. THANK YOU. VOLUNTEER & JOIN US