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NCA For Home and Country: The Women’s Institutes of Norfolk County

For Home and County

Norfolk County’s Women’s Institutes recorded local history and fostered community development. The exhibit highlights their contributions as an active community organization through their fair entries, community history compilations, and events!

Join us at the Archives to learn about the work of our local Women’s Institutes and their impact on Norfolk County.

PDHM The Beach House

Beach girls

The Port Dover beach has always been a popular destination. Learn about the Beach House – a busy business right on the beach where you could change into or rent a bathing suit.

Cantelon: the Life and Work of William Edgar Cantelon

Cantelon Exhibit

This exciting exhibition officially opens today at the Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre, Norfolk County Archives, Port Dover Harbour Museum, and the Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum.

William Edgar Cantelon – a longtime Norfolk County resident – understood that what is here today, may be gone tomorrow. He recognized the value of everyday life. An avid historian and prolific artist, Cantelon painted Norfolk County portraits, flora and fauna, landscapes, and historical landmarks. It is estimated that he created more than 8,000 paintings in his lifetime.

The exhibition features paintings and sketches by Cantelon as well as fascinating artifacts and interesting archival documents. This is the first installment of the year-long exhibit and runs until August 31st. The second part will open in the fall and run until the end of the year.

Be sure to pick up your Cantelon Passport at any one of the participating locations. Visit all four locations and have your passport stamped to be entered into our draw.