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Matawatchan Hall Picnic Video – 1986

Matawatchan Hall Picnic Video – 1986

by CHS_Ken | Sep 30, 2022 | Featured Posts

The first Matawatchan Picnic was held in 1886 as a fundraiser to build the first church in Matawatchan. This video was shot 100 years later in 1986.

History of the Volunteer Ambulance Services in Northbrook

History of the Volunteer Ambulance Services in Northbrook

by CHS_Ken | Sep 25, 2022 | Featured Posts, Uncategorized

Shirley Sedore gave a presentation to the Cloyne and District Historical Society about the history of the volunteer ambulance services.

Shirley Sedore Guest Speaker – CDHS Meeting Sept 19 2022

Shirley Sedore Guest Speaker – CDHS Meeting Sept 19 2022

by CHS_Ken | Sep 12, 2022 | Featured Posts, Uncategorized

CDHS President Shirley Sedore will be speaking on the history of the volunteer ambulance service that operated for many years in the area. 

1968 Kaladar-Northern Telephone Directory for Northbrook, Denbigh, Plevna

1968 Kaladar-Northern Telephone Directory for Northbrook, Denbigh, Plevna

by CHS_Ken | Sep 4, 2022 | Featured Posts, Uncategorized

Take a trip back 50 years ago and see the businesses that were in our villages and the people that lived there.  Many are long gone but many are still here.

The History of Pethick’s Store & Motel – Cloyne

The History of Pethick’s Store & Motel – Cloyne

by CHS_Ken | Aug 31, 2022 | Featured Posts, Uncategorized

Dorothy (Dot) Pethick shares the history of Pethick’s Store & Motel located north of Cloyne, Ontario.

Memories of Matawatchan – SS#1 School Reunion

Memories of Matawatchan – SS#1 School Reunion

by CHS_Ken | Aug 14, 2022 | Featured Posts

This collection of stories, poems and photographs have been assembled by a dedicated group of volunteers in Matawatchan to celebrate the SS#1 School Reunion on August 19th, 2000.

The History of the Lions Club – Lion Red Emond at the CDHS AGM

The History of the Lions Club – Lion Red Emond at the CDHS AGM

by CHS_Ken | Jul 30, 2022 | Featured Posts

Lion Red Emond was the guest speaker at the Cloyne and District Historical Society AGM in 2022. He spoke about the Lions Club history.

The Cement House Fireplace at Bon Echo

The Cement House Fireplace at Bon Echo

by CHS_Ken | Jul 28, 2022 | Featured Posts, General Information

The curious fireplace near Bon Echo’s Dollywood – Visitor Centre is all that remains of the historic Cement House. This is believed to be the first cottage built by Dr. Weston Price – founder of the Bon Echo Inn.

The History of Black Donald Mine

The History of Black Donald Mine

by CHS_Ken | Jul 5, 2022 | Featured Posts, General Information

R. Bruce McIntyre explains the history of Black Donald Mine and how it was flooded in the making of Centennial Lake.

Cloyne & District Historical Society Celebrates 50 Years

Cloyne & District Historical Society Celebrates 50 Years

by CHS_Ken | Jun 30, 2022 | Featured Posts, General Information

Fifty years have passed since the original Pioneer Club members joined to record and celebrate the rich history of their ancestors in the communities of Addington Highlands and North Frontenac.

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Cloyne and District Historical Society

The Cloyne and District Historical Society is the proud recipient of funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, the OHTO, and the Townships of North Frontenac, and Addington Highlands.
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Museum Hours of Operation
July and August
Daily 10am to 4pm

Location
HWY. 41, Cloyne Ontario
(across from Post Office)