Blog
This is the best place to view our latest news and events. In addition, we will create posts on interesting bits of local history.
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.
Fernleigh Lodge – Our History Video
The Cloyne and District Historical Society showed the ‘Fernleigh Lodge – Our History’ video at their general meeting on May 19, 2025. It can be viewed on our YouTube Channel.
Fernleigh Lodge – Our History Video – May 19, 2025
Join us for our May General Meeting: May 19th, 1 pm at the Barrie Hall. The history of Fernleigh Lodge will be unveiled in a new video.
Tim Porter Speaks About The Marble Arts Centre, Actinolite
Join the CDHS April 21st. 2025 to hear guest speaker Tim Porter discuss the historic Marble Church in Actinolite and its transformation into the Marble Arts Centre.
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!