Historical Education and Preservation – Genealogical Research – Community Engagement
Welcome to The Cloyne and District Historical Society. We are a not-for-profit, charitable, volunteer organization whose mission is to preserve and record the history of the local area and to share that knowledge with our community. Our catchment area is the Highway 41 corridor from Kaladar in the south to Denbigh,Griffith and, Matawatchan in the north, as well as Flinton to the west and Harlowe to the east.
Pioneer Museum
Archives
Historical Society
Our collections, both in artifacts and documents, reflect the history of this area beginning from settlement times in the 1850s, with emphasis on pioneer life, mining, logging, and tourism along the Addington Colonization Road. With its unique development across county lines, its challenging terrain and its determination to remain viable, this community has generated its own lore, traditions, and legends. In recent years, the addition of an Archives has meant that family histories, photos, land deeds and other paper documents are available for genealogical researchers.
Look Deeper Into Our Digital Resources
Flickr – This is our main photo site with over 2,150 photos, documents, maps and videos.
Facebook and Instagram – Keep informed about our latest events and blog posts.
YouTube – Check out our video archives.
Flickr Cemeteries – A digital archive of our local cemeteries, 1,840 + photos
New! Our free digital app by Bloomberg Connects!
Check out our latest Fall Pioneer Times Newsletter!
Catch up on the latest Cloyne and District Historical Society news with our Fall newsletter. Start with the President’s Message. Then, ease into committee reports and a recap of our Dinner-Cruise fundraiser at Fernleigh Lodge. Next, Art, Archives and the Rock article. Our main article was the Bon Echo Provincial Park – 60 Years Old. And lastly, We Lose Friends.
Note: Unlike our printed newsletter, our digital version has ‘live’ links.
Our Blog – Featuring Our Latest News, Events, and Items of Interest
Eileen Flieler – My Life Video
The video, ‘Eileen Flieler – My Life’ can be seen on the CDHS YouTube Channel. The premiere showing was at the Barrie Community Hall, Nov. 17, 2025 to a full audience. A link to the 4K video is provided.
Eileen Flieler – My Life. A Video Presentation
Eileen Flieler has shared her life in a new video capturing how she grew up in Saskatchewan as a young girl and moving to Northbrook in the early 1940s. She shares her memories of attending the one-room Bishop Lake School, studying at Teacher’s College, and teaching for 35 years—some of those years in a one-room school. Join us Monday, Nov., 17, 2025 at the Barrie Hall, 1 pm.
CDHS Guest Speaker – Coleman Boomhour – History of Trapping
Join us to hear about the history of trapping in our area by expert trapper Coleman Boomhour. Everyone welcome! Monday, Oct 20, 1 pm, Barrie Hall, Cloyne.
British Home Children Presentation – CDHS General Meeting
Learn the truth about many of our ancestors who were the British Home Children. Join us at the next General Meeting of the Cloyne and District Historical Society, Sept 15th, 1 pm at the Barrie Hall.
Pioneer Museum Seasonal Opening – June 28th at 11 am!
Join us for the season opening of the Pioneer Museum in Cloyne on June28th, 2025. Beginning at 11 am, enjoy the New Pickled Chickens band. and BBQ. Experience the new Bloomberg Connects app. Everyone welcome!
The Land O’ Lakes Historic Audio Tour
An audio historic driving tour was developed for the Townships of Addington Highlands and North Frontenac in 2007. It is now available free, online. Hear interesting facts and legends about our area whether you are driving or listening from home.
2025 Spring Newsletter 'The Pioneer Times' now online!
Catch up on the latest Cloyne and District Historical Society news with our Fall newsletter. Start with the President’s Message. Then, ease into committee reports and a recap of our Dinner-Cruise fundraiser at Fernleigh Lodge. Next, Art, Archives and the Rock article. Our main article was the Bon Echo Provincial Park – 60 Years Old. And lastly, We Lose Friends.
Note: Unlike our printed newsletter, our digital version has ‘live’ links.
Check Out Our Latest Edition of the CDHS Pioneer Times Newsletter!
Catch up on the latest Cloyne and District Historical Society news with our Fall newsletter. Start with the President’s Message. Then, ease into committee reports and a recap of our Dinner-Cruise fundraiser at Fernleigh Lodge. Next, Art, Archives and the Rock article. Our main article was the Bon Echo Provincial Park – 60 Years Old. And lastly, We Lose Friends.
Note: Unlike our printed newsletter, our digital version has ‘live’ links.
CDHS Invites You To Join Us!
Membership allows you to take full advantage of what the Society and Museum have to offer. Members are eligible to vote at all general meetings including the AGM and to run for a position on the Board of Directors. The annual fee is only $10.00 per person. Sign up today to learn and share our history!
CDHS Invites You To Join Us!
Membership allows you to take full advantage of what the Society and Museum have to offer. Members are eligible to vote at all general meetings including the AGM and to run for a position on the Board of Directors. The annual fee is only $10.00 per person. Sign up today to learn and share our history!