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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

DHS Store & Resources

 

  •  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 

Upcoming Events

OCTOBER 7, 14, 21, 28

  • OCTOBER 7: “DR. MUNROE” SPECIAL EVENT: A talk with Beth MacGillivray on Dalkeith’s beloved family doctor, starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 14th, at 1841 County Road 23, Dalkeith. Dr. Munroe served Dalkeith and surrounding communities for half a century, starting in 1904. Come experience history and hospitality at its finest.
  • OCTOBER 7 and 21: SCRABBLE WITH JERRY BOROFF FROM 10:30 A.M. – NOON

 

NOVEMBER 4, 11, 18, 25

  • November is Membership Month and your support is greatly appreciated! 
  • NOVEMBER 11: REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE at 11 a.m. AT THE CENOTAPH, 1841 DALKEITH ROAD, DALKEITH. Reception to follow the service.
  • NOVEMBER 4 and 18: SCRABBLE WITH JERRY BOROFF FROM 10:30 A.M. – NOON

 

DECEMBER 

  • DECEMBER 2: Annual Christmas Cookie & Craft Sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1841 County Road #23, Dalkeith. Come and find that unique gift for Christmas giving!
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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

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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