Scarborough Historical Society and the City of Toronto, Museums and Heritage Services, Scarborough Museum worked together to create this pinmap in an effort to create a more comprehensive list of those who were born, resided, noted next of kin, or who moved to Scarborough post war if the information is available.
Each map spot is being populated with information about the named person. Check out our WWI page and link to the project.
On Saturday, May 27th, the Society operated Scarborough Archives and
Research Centre opened for “Doors Open” and welcomed over 300 visitors
during the one day special event in recognition of Canada 150.
Visitors could self tour the Archives facilities and look at some of the
archival material taken from our collection and put out on display.
A continuous power point presentation focused on the development of the
facilities from the early restoration which began in 2001 and led up to the
occupation of the building by the Society in June 2006.
The main room focused on our archival photo collections, maps and 19th
century documents.
Thanks are extended to the many volunteers who helped during the day.
Educational Institute Library or Archives, Museum Heritage & Historic Site, Built 1890-1899Days Open
Saturday: 10:30 am – 5:00 pm, Last Admittance: 4:30 pm
Architecture
Year: 1890
Style: Victorian (1840-1900)
Original Architect: W.J. Morrish
Building Description
The site was the former W.J. Morrish family residence and a general store (original 16′ counter remains). Some Georgian and Victorian style elements with a lovely front verandah facing Kingston Road. A visual gateway to Scarborough from the east along what was once the main road to Toronto. Now serving primarily as a reference type library resource center and an excellent adaptive reuse of a heritage designated property. Open to the community during regular hours.
The Scarborough Historical Society’s Archives Committee in partnership with the
Scarborough Community Preservation Committee and the Scarborough Historical
Museum set up a display at the Agincourt Mall on Saturday, May 6th, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm.
This display was similar to our previous annual Heritage Week Displays previously
held in February. Thanks to all who made it a success. We were pleased to see many who had visited us in the past, as well as new visitors.