To The Haldimand Press
HALDIMAND—The Heritage Centre in Cayuga is celebrating spring with four events and a new exhibition titled ‘With this Ring, I Thee Wed.’ The exhibition runs from April 4 to June 24, 2023 and will feature wedding gowns, dresses, and ensembles that span the period from 1840 to the present.
Tuesday, April 11 (6 p.m.) – Workshop: Preserving your Family Heirlooms – Participants will learn how to preserve their family’s most treasured heirlooms at this hands-on workshop.
Wednesday, April 12 (1 p.m.) – Presentation: With this Ring – Highlighting the Heritage Centre’s latest exhibition, ‘With this Ring, I Thee Wed,’ this presentation will focus on the history of wedding attire, customs, and traditions.
Tuesday, April 18 (6 p.m.) – Presentation: Let Them Eat Cake: This presentation focuses on the history of mills and bakeries in Haldimand County.
Wednesday, April 19 (1 p.m.) – Tea and Presentation: Royal Rules – Attendees can enjoy homemade scones, sweet treats, and a delightful talk on the rules members of the Royal Family are expected to follow in public.
The cost for each regular program is $10 per person and the afternoon tea is $15 per person. Pre-registration is required for all programs.
Register online or in person at the Haldimand County Administration Building, 53 Thorburn Street South, Cayuga.
All programs take place at the Cayuga Library + Heritage Centre, located at 19 Talbot Street West. For more information, contact the Heritage Centre at 905-318-5932, ext. 6613 or email museums@haldimandcounty.on.ca.
