MCHS

Celebrating Local Artists: The Millbrook Gallery
2026-02-26 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
The Millbrook Gallery operated at 17 King Street from 1995 to 2002, bringing beauty and class to the local downtown area. Three founding members of the group of artists, Barb Walker, Jane Wilson and Bill Slavin, discuss the evolution of the gallery aided by series of photos illustrating the events, the art and the culture fostered in this unique storefront in the heart of Millbrook.

‘Remember when THAT happened?
2026-01-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Millbrook Public Library, 1 Dufferin Street, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
Thursday, January 29, 1-3 pm at the Millbrook branch of Cavan Monaghan Libraries, Old Millbrook School.

Join the Historical Society for a Lunch & Learn, as we explore how to capture some of the local stories that give colour and texture to this place where we live.

Voyageur Canoe and Glenn Fallis
2025-11-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
Only in Millbrook you say? Voyageur Canoe’s Glenn Fallis weaves memories and stories of growing up in Millbrook in the 1950s and ’60s, to fit together all the parts that built his renowned company.

Indigenous Peoples Then and Now, Here and Beyond
2025-10-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
This, our season-opening event, will take place at the Millbrook Legion Hall, 9 King Street East, with doors open at 6:45.

Thursday, October 23, 7:00 pm, we welcome as our guest speaker David Beaucage Johnson, presenting a dynamic talk on Indigenous Peoples Then and Now, Here and Beyond. This, our season-opening event, will take place at the Millbrook Legion Hall, 9 King Street East, with doors open at 6:45.

Maps and places top the list of David’s favourite things, along with horse and buggy rides, sable paintbrushes, compasses, gps units, sealing wax, imperial star destroyers and cufflinks. A Mississauga Anishnaabe of the Turtle Clan, David is an artist, geographer, historian, cultural advisor for Petroglyphs Provincial Park and instructor in the Continuing Education Program at Trent University.

Please join us! There will be light refreshments, a cash bar, and a Membership Table set up for renewals and information. Our Membership fee remains $15/single, $25/family. Your support through membership allows us to maintain our extensive local history collection, broaden our outreach initiatives and engage speakers for the gatherings we hold.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Let's Celebrate Pontypool
2025-06-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
On Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 2 pm, the Manvers Twp. Historical Society is hosting a heritage visit at the Pontypool United Cemetery. All are welcome. Share family stories and photos, learn more about our neighbouring community.

The Peter Robinson Emigration Project
2025-04-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
Why did more than 2000 from County Cork board nine ships bound for Upper Canada in 1825? Come and find out this Friday, April 11, at the Millbrook Legion Hall. All welcome.

Celebrating Heritage Week
2025-02-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
Don’t forget to Give a Hoot! Heritage Week celebration with special guests is Friday, February 21, 2025, 7 pm at the Millbrook Legion Hall.

Glenn Fallis - the Life & Times of a Modern-day Voyageur
2024-11-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
What a great night! Glenn Fallis, sternsman for the 1967 Ontario canoe in the Voyageur Canoe Pageant, held a crowd of about 100 spellbound as he described the race that still holds its place in the Guinness Book of Records. Following the viewing of the video that Glenn and Greg Cowan produced after the race, MC for the night, Dan Bourgeois, invited audience members to ask questions that prompted both amusing anecdotes and fascinating details about racing techniques and canoe construction. The smiles say it all. Thanks, Glenn and Dan!

Blocks and Blooms, June 15th, 2024
2024-06-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Millbrook, Ontario, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A1G0, Canada
What a great day!
The weather, the gracious hosts and the numerous visitors all made the day so spectacular.
It was a thoroughly enjoyed and lovely day to show off our community.
Guests toured the picturesque Township of Cavan Monaghan, and viewed distinctive gardens and heritage properties, to enjoy the beauty and artistry of new and heirloom quilts on display.

Quid Pro Crow Book Launch
2024-05-18 21:00 - 23:00 | Ontario
Join award winning illustrator and author Bill Slavin at this wonderful independent book store. Bill will be sharing the journey of creating Quid Pro Crow, the second book in the Mordecai Crow trilogy, and signing and sketching copies of his new graphic novel.
This event kicks off at 7pm, If you’ve got copies of any of Bill’s books on your shelves, bring them along or pick up brand new copies from Take Cover Books.
Bill’s illustration wok includes: ‘Stanley’s Party’ written by Linda Bailey, ‘Who Broke the teapot!’ and ‘Drumheller Dinosaur Dance’
by Robert Heidbreder.
We hope to see you there!
Praise for the Mordecai Crow trilogy:
‘Suspense, surprise and a stunning visual experience abound in this post-apocalyptic mystery story as humanity strives to rediscover lost history from before the ‘Fall’. A hugely impressive work of art from a virtuoso graphic novelist.’
– Stephen Biesty, author of the Incredible Cross-Sections series
‘The post-apocalyptic whodunnit I didn’t know I needed. High-speed storytelling in a well-crafted book.’
– Mike Donachie, Toronto Star

An Evening with Archaeologist Tom Mohr
2024-04-19 19:00 - 21:00 | St. John’s Ida, 1758 County Road 10, Peterborough, Ontario, L0A 1C0, Canada
This event is free for MCHS members; guests are admitted by donation.
Tom Mohr joins us as MCHS’s special guest for an informal discussion on “Digging Up the Past: An Informal Guide to Ontario Archaeology”. He will talk about his experiences as an archaeologist and history from his unique perspective.
Tom is a co-founder of the Pickering Township Historical Society and helped to open the doors of Lindsay’s Olde Gaol Museum as a former Director and President of the Victoria County Historical
Society.
A licensed archaeologist, he is also a founding member and currently President of the Peterborough Chapter of the Ontario Archaeological Society. Tom is currently co-editing a book of Old
Victoria County history and lore, in tribute to the late Rae Fleming.

An Evening with Illustrator Bill Slavin
2024-02-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
Admission to this event is free for Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society members; guests are admitted by donation.
Renowned illustrator Bill Slavin joins us as MCHS’s special guest for Heritage Week 2024. He will talk about his take on the past, views on the present, and how history informs his work and fascinates him in his spare time.
Bill Slavin is an accomplished illustrator, author, and comic book artist; he has illustrated dozens of books and has been nominated for and won just about as many awards. Bill and his partner, Esperanca Melo, who is also an artist, live in Cavan Monaghan.
Click here to view Bill’s Latest installment in the Mordecai Crow series: https://renegadeartsentertainment.com/product/mordecai-crow/
There is a cash bar available for refreshments.

Let's Remember Mary Ridge Together
2023-10-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Millbrook Public Library, 1 Dufferin Street, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
In celebration of the wonderfully full life of our champion of Millbrook history, the family of Mary Ridge invites everyone whose lives Mary touched to come Saturday, October 28, 2-4 pm, to the Millbrook Legion Hall, 9 King St.E., to share stories and enjoy a time of remembering. Mary left us in June, 2020, during the pandemic shutdown, so it is ‘high time’ we got together to talk about her many contributions to our own lives, whether through local community involvement including marches, protests, and community Teas at the Manor, or go-karting, fishing trips and teaching nephews to drive. All welcome.

911: Stories from Cavan Monaghan First Responders & Old Firehall Museum Tour
2023-10-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
From the 1985 tornado that blew the roof off St. John’s Church in Ida to the 1979 inferno that destroyed the grain elevator at Maple Leaf Mills to everyday acts of bravery and skill, Cavan Monaghan has a long history of fire protection services and first responders who have been serving our community.
You’re invited to share your stories and remember the first responders in our community from the past and present! The Millbrook and Cavan Firefighters Association will also be providing tours of the Old Firehall Museum as part of this special event.
Please share this event with your neighbours!
Cost: Free for Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society and Firefighters Association Members. Guests are welcome by donation.
We would like to thank Whale Family Chiropractic (www.whalefamilychiroractic.ca) and the Millbrook Mercantile (www.millbrookmercantile.com) for their generous support of this event. Please consider supporting those that support us.

MCHS Community Forum & Annual General Meeting
2023-05-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
Topic: Creating a Heritage Conservation District in Downtown Millbrook
Please join the Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society for a community discussion and information session regarding the implementation of a Heritage Conservation District.
We have seen many communities, such as Port Hope, Niagara-on-the-Lake, and others benefit from implementing a heritage conservation district that aims to preserve the unique architecture and character of a given area. We have invited special guests to answer questions about this subject, provide insight on the benefits and drawbacks, and dispell common misconceptions about what this would mean for owners of buildings and businesses in the area. Gain a better understanding and provide your thoughts and input at this community forum. All are welcome.
Dinner will be through the Royal Canadian Legion; they will be cooking up hamburgers, hot dogs, and other items on the barbeque. Coffee, tea, and sweets will be provided by the MCHS. The Legion only accepts cash, we recommend each attendee bring at least $15 cash to cover their meal. The bar will also be open during the event so you can have soft drinks, beer, wine, or spirits.
Please email us to RSVP for the dinner portion so we can ensure the Legion is well prepared: millbrookcavanhs@gmail.com or complete the form online: https://forms.gle/kvnsd15a4MfD33t38
After the Community Forum, please stay for the brief Annual General Meeting from the Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society. Members in good standing will have voting rights and we will be taking nominations for the Board and Executive at this time.
Draft Agenda (to be confirmed)
6:15 pm – Doors Open6:30 – 7:20 pm – Dinner7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Community Forum on Heritage Conservation District for Downtown Millbrook8:40 pm – 9 pm – MCHS Annual General Meeting

An Evening with D'arcy Jenish
2023-04-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Millbrook Lions Club, 920 Larmer Line, Fraserville, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
D’Arcy Jenish joins MCHS to talk about his breakthrough into playwriting and his research into the Tilco Strike (which will premiere at the 4th Line Theatre this summer).
D’Arcy Jenish is an accomplished magazine journalist and author; he has written ten books. D’Arcy worked at Maclean’s, Canada’s top newsmagazine, for a number of years. His assignments took him coast-to-coast in Canada and to major cities across the U.S. Jenish interviewed and wrote about leading personalities in the worlds of sports, business, the arts and the sciences.
Join us as he shares the story of the Tilco Strike and answers your questions.
Admission to this event is free for Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society members; guests are admitted by donation.
There is a cash bar available for refreshments.
Mark your calendar for this exciting event from MCHS!

MCHS Presents: An Evening with Robert Winslow
2023-02-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
Spend an evening with the Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society and special guest Robert Winslow. Robert will share the inspiration behind the Cavan Blazers and other Millbrook stories

You’re invited! The Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society is pleased to host Robert Winslow, local playwright and founder of the 4th Line Theatre. Robert grew up in Millbrook through the 1950s and 60s. he launched the 4th Line Theatre on his family farm in 1992, premiering his own play The Cavan Blazers, which became the Company’s flagship production. It is back again for the 2023 season, so come hear Rob share the history and some insight into our local story that has inspired his work.

Admission to this event is free for Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society members; guests are admitted by donation.

There is a cash bar available for refreshments.

Date: Thursday, February 23, 2023
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Millbrook Legion Hall 4029 King St E, Millbrook, ON L0A 1G0

Millbrook & Cavan Historical Society Annual General Meeting (AGM)
2022-11-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Millbrook Cathedral, 40 King St W, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
Please join the Millbrook and Cavan Historical Society for our AGM and social hour.

We look forward to connecting with members, friends, and neighbours. There will be light refreshments available.

Special thank you to Susan at the Millbrook Cathedral Event Space for generously hosting us.

DateNovember 14, 2022

Time
7pm – 8 pm

Location
Millbrook Cathedral Event Space40 King St W, Millbrook, ON L0A 1G0
Please note: We will be in the lounge; which is located in the basement.

Millbrook School Days
2020-02-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Millbrook Legion Hall, Millbrook Ontario, 9 King St E, Millbrook, Ontario, L0A 1G0, Canada
The bell rings for all students, teachers and staff who spent time at area schools, past and present on Friday, February 28, 7-9pm at the Millbrook Legion Hall. Everyone welcome to come and enjoy the stories, witness the reunions and browse through the yearbooks, photos and memorabilia. Cash bar. Free admission for Historical Society members; be donation for guests.
