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The Ontario Historical Society
The Ontario Historical Society | Established in 1888

- is a non-profit corporation and registered charity; a non-government group founded in 1888; bringing together people of all ages, all walks of life and all cultural backgrounds interested in preserving some aspect of Ontario's history.
- provides a forum for individuals, organizations and institutions to exchange ideas, research and experiences related to the rich history of the province, including artifacts, architecture, folklore, social history, archives and archaeology.
- is governned by an all-volunteer Board of Directors.
- is supported by and supports its vast network of members: individuals, organizations and institutions. This includes the Society's over 325 affiliated societies.
- encourages and assists museums, historical societies, Municipal Heritage Committees and other cultural groups to research, preserve and interpret the artifacts, architecture, archaeological Ontario's and archival resources of their communities.
- sponsors programs and projects in both northern and southern Ontario with wide general appeal that help us all discover the fascinating world of Ontario's history.
- has its headquarters in the historic John McKenzie House (built 1913) in Willowdale, Ontario. John McKenzie House, and its adjacent stables and milkhouse are all designated under the Ontario Heritage Act.
Historic Plaque
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| THE ONTARIO HISTORICAL SOCIETY | THE ONTARIO HISTORICAL SOCIETY |
| The foremost historical organization in the province, The Ontario Historical Society, originally called the Pioneer Association of Ontario, was established on September 4, 1888 largely through the efforts of the Reverend Henry Scadding. It initially operated as a federation of local groups and was primarily concerned with the promotion of British-Canadian nationalism through the study of history. Reorganized in 1898 and incorporated with an expanded mandate the following year, the Society became increasingly involved in the movement to preserve archival records and historic sites. It also assumed more scholarly pursuits, including a publication program, in addition to encouraging and coordinating the activities of local historical associations and museums. Today the Society continues the many efforts to preserve, interpret and publicize Ontario's multi-faceted heritage. Erected by the Ontario Heritage Foundation, Ministry of Culture and Communications | D'abord appelée Pioneer Association of Ontario, The Ontario Historical Society, principal organisme historique de la province, fut créée le 4 septembre 1888, surtout grâce aux efforts du révérend Henry Scadding. Au début, cette fédération de groupements locaux se vouait à la promotion du nationalism britannico-canadien par l'étude de l'histoire. Restructuré en 1898 et constitué en société avec un mandat élargi l'année suivante, l'organisme participa de plus en plus au movement de préservation des archives et des sites historiques. La société s'adonna aussi à scientifiques, dont un programme de publications, et favorisa et coordonna les activités des association historiques et des musées locaux. Aujourd'hui, elle continue à préserver et à interpreter le patrimoine varié de l'Ontario et à le faire connaître. Érigée par la Fondation du patrimoine ontarien, Ministère de la Culture et des Communications |
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Make a Donation in Support of The Ontario Historical Society
Please donate generously | Donations receive charitable tax receipts
Donation Methods
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Mail | 34 Parkview Avenue, Willowdale, ON M2N 3Y2
Phone | 416.226.9011 or toll free 1.866.955.2755
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![]() | The Ontario Historical Society acknowledges the support of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport. |
Funding for summer students has been made possible in part through a contribution from the Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations program, Department of Canadian Heritage.
Le financement pour les étudiants d'été est possible en partie grâce à une contribution de Jeunesse Canada au travail dans les établissements du patrimone, une initiative du ministère du Patrimoine canadien.


