Wellington County Historical Society
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GCL1771 | Last Modified: 18 Mar 2021 | Last Full Update: 27 Jan 2021 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | CV19 |
| Website | wchs.ca |
| Social Media |  |
| Primary Contact | Kathy Bouma, Secretary/Treasurer; Phone: 519-843-7703; Email: kebouma@gmail.com |
| Primary Executive | Ron Hattle, President; Phone: 519-546-3450; Email: ronhattle@gmail.com |
| Description (Site) | Mailing address only |
| Located In Community | Fergus |
| Mailing Address | PO Box 5 Fergus, ON N1M 2W7 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible - AGM location and most sponsored events ; Call for accessibility information about a specific event |
| Description & Services | |
| Description (Agency) | Supports the work of the Wellington County Museum and Archives in the preservation of Wellington County historical records and the collection and display of artifacts. |
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 Update: All regular in person meetings have been postponed; visit website for more information Fosters public awareness of the history and heritage of Wellington County: * student awards * joint meetings with local historical societies * six public meetings annually focusing on County history * various member events * annual publication of the Society's Journal "Wellington County History" * newsletter published three times a year **Most sponsored events are held at Wellington County Museum and Archives |
| Hours | Hours vary |
| Areas Served | Wellington County |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Membership application form available on website |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Membership - $20 for Canadian residents (individual, family, group), $25 for non-residents (US and overseas) ; call for information |
| Time-Limited Events | Annual walking tour in a Wellington County community |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity |
| Established | 1928 |
| Print Material | Wellington County History annual journal ; WCHS newsletter |
| Subjects | |
| Service Categories | Historical Societies |
