There’s something magical about the railway – passenger or freight. The engineering of it all, and landscapes the rail travels through has been romanticized since its inception. Discover artifacts related to the railway in Flamborough, and the changes that Read more
Join us on a guided tour of Waterdown, sharing spooky stories, local lore, and heritage facts. These tours act as fundraisers for your local heritage society, part of the community since 1973. Spots fill quickly!
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Home, Work, Play explores objects that were a part of daily life in the early 20th century, including some artifacts from the Flamborough Archives. Visit in person at the Waterdown library or virtually on our website.
We love sharing the rich history of Flamborough. In honour of Heritage Week, we’ll be hosting a virtual trivia night using the Kahoot! platform. On Sunday, February 20th at 8:00PM, compete for bragging rights and share a night of Read more
“Products to Cell”, explored vintage and antique items that have or almost been replaced by smartphones and corresponding apps. Internet access via a phone rather than a desktop or laptop is on the rise, and communication, fun and education Read more
Our November display featured artifacts from the two most recognised conflicts of the last century – World War I, and World War II. Thanks goes to who loaned items to make this display possible. Canadians have served diligently in Read more
Dressing for the Occasion, an exploration of the role of textiles and accessories in history through a small sample of items of historical significance, on loan for a limited time. Visit in person at the Waterdown library or virtually on our website.
The Flamborough Heritage Society will feature a presentation on Hamilton: A People’s History by Bill Freeman.
Bill is an award-winning historian, author, and screenwriter. He first began writing a series of books for youth while living in Hamilton. Each Read more
