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Burlington Historical Society

Burlington Historical Society

The Burlington Historical Society - Preserving Burlington's History for Today and Tomorrow. We host general public meetings the second Monday of the month (January-May and September-November) at Central Library that feature guest speakers on a wide variety of topics related to local history. It is free to attend, and all are welcome!

Recent Work by Burlington

REMEMBER THIS? The story behind Burlington's cenotaph

REMEMBER THIS? The story behind Burlington's cenotaph

Originally located in Lakeside Park, the memorial was dedicated in 1922 by Lord Byng
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Dig into local heritage at Burlington Historical Society meeting

Dig into local heritage at Burlington Historical Society meeting

Canadian Heritage Seekers metal-detecting club will present on Sept. 11
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Remember this? The long history of the Queen's Head in Burlington

Remember this? The long history of the Queen's Head in Burlington

Last call at the popular downtown pub is Sept. 16
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ICYMI: Burlington history on display at the Centre Hub this weekend

ICYMI: Burlington history on display at the Centre Hub this weekend

Learn about local heritage July 28 and 29
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Burlington history on display at the Centre Hub this month

Burlington history on display at the Centre Hub this month

Learn about local heritage July 28 and 29
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REMEMBER THIS? Traces of Zimmerman Village can still be found in Burlington

REMEMBER THIS? Traces of Zimmerman Village can still be found in Burlington

From operating mills to bootlegging, the enterprising family made its mark on the community
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Double the fun with 2 speakers at Historical Society meeting

Double the fun with 2 speakers at Historical Society meeting

All are welcome to attend free event at Burlington Central Library on May 8
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REMEMBER THIS? The rich history of the Village of Lowville

REMEMBER THIS? The rich history of the Village of Lowville

Early settler James Cleaver served in the Battle of Stoney Creek during the War of 1812
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REMEMBER THIS? Walker home now protected by Heritage designation

REMEMBER THIS? Walker home now protected by Heritage designation

The Walker family were early settlers who began farming in Nelson Township in 1816
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REMEMBER THIS? The man behind Burlington's most iconic park

REMEMBER THIS? The man behind Burlington's most iconic park

Spencer Smith is a household name in Halton - but who was he?
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