The Port Burwell Historical Society

Primary fundraising via nevada tear-off tocket sales in elgin county. Restoration of historic lake freighter wheelhouse has been instituted after layoff due to covid pandemic. Participation in the conservation and restoration of historic 1840 lighthouse. Organize and sponsor annual celebrate canada festivities on july 1st (parade refreshments entertainment etc). Acquire and refurbish new artifacts for the marine museum. Participate on the museum advisory committee within the council of the municipality of bayham. Assist with youth programs with the marine museum. Provide assistance and expertise to the local committee organizing the santa claus parade. Maintain the port burwell society website (www.pbhistoricalsociety.ca) and update community information.organized and ran an inaugural kayak fun run fundraiser on the big otter creek in port burwell. Organize and run genealogical research program to assist local residents in building and researching their family tree. Organize and run seniors information sessions with respect to physical and mental health. Migrate the society from unicorporated status to federal incorporation. Sponsorship of local sports organizations to assist with the promotion of better health.