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Heritage Services – Recapping 2021 and looking forward through 2022

Heritage Services – Recapping 2021 and looking forward through 2022

Join us and Dr. Jennifer Campbell, Director of the newly formed Heritage Services Department at the City of Kingston, on January 25, 2022 at 7pm via Zoom : https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83044224134?pwd=eU0rZGp1K0Z5UXRyOXh3d1Z4cmJadz09 Dr. Jennifer Campbell holds an undergraduate and master’s degree in Anthropology from Memorial University in Newfoundland Labrador, and a doctorate in Anthropology from the University of…

Kingston, The Limestone City : Stone Buildings in the Kingston Region

Kingston, The Limestone City : Stone Buildings in the Kingston Region

We are pleased to announce the release of Jennifer McKendry’s new book, “Kingston, The Limestone City : Stone Buildings in the Kingston Region”. This new volume is available for purchase at Novel Idea, Princess and Bagot, Kingston. You can contact the store at novid@kingston.net or 613-546-9799. See the announcement for details.

Not in My Backyard

Not in My Backyard

The term ‘NIMBY’ or ‘Not in My Backyard’ is often used to discredit local activists who seek to ward off unfavourable development in their neighbourhoods. In this talk Christine Sypnowich suggests that, far from being purely selfish, those who take up such causes can be valuable custodians of the common good. On Tuesday February 16,…

Architects Working in the Kingston Region in the 19th Century

Architects Working in the Kingston Region in the 19th Century

On Tuesday March 24th, 2020 at 7pm, join Jennifer McKendry at the Kingston Public Library at the Central Branch, Meeting Room 1 (130 Johnson St) for examine the careers of architects working in the Kingston region in the 19th century. These include George Browne, William Coverdale, Henry Horsey, William Newlands and Power and Son, as…

2019 AGM

2019 AGM

At 7pm Tuesday May 28, 2019, the Frontenac Heritage Foundation held its 2019 AGM on the 2nd floor of the RCHA Building, 193 Ontario Street. Helen Finley and Ron Tasker provided talks ‘Speaking up for our Heritage’ arguing for the importance of built heritage in the Kingston area. This event was open to the public…

Museum of Healthcare

Museum of Healthcare

On April 23, 2019, the FF will host a members-only guided tour of the Museum of Health Care from 7pm to 9pm. Dr. Marla Dobson will lead the tour, and you must register in advance as only 25 spaces are available. Contact the FHF to register

Re-Imagining Places of Faith

Re-Imagining Places of Faith

From 9am to 4pm on June 1, 2019 at The Spire (Sydenham United Church, 82 Sydenham Street) will be a worksop re-imagining places of faith. Places of faith anchor and shape our communities. Yet many congregations are facing declining attendance and insufficient funding to maintain and operate their historic buildings. These important community assets are…

Craig Sims

Craig Sims

On March 19, 2019 at 7pm at the RCHA (193 Ontario Street, 2nd Floor), Craig Sims, who is a heritage consultant, will share his experiences investigating the history of Dundurn Castle, including restoring an 1840’s bathroom. You don’t want to miss this one!

Cam Allen

Cam Allen

At 7pm on Tuesday September 11, 2018, join us for ‘Heritage Inspection : It’s a Lot More Involved. This event will be held on the 2nd floor of the RCHA, 193 Ontario Street. Cam Allen  is a well known Home Inspector in the area specializing in heritage homes. He is the author of the Whig’s…

Bath Walking Tour

Bath Walking Tour

At 1pm and 2:30pm on Saturday November 3, 2018, we will be conducting walking tours of Historic Bath, including a stop at Ham House. Space is limited so to reserve your spot please email contact@frontenacheritage.ca

Ron Brown

Ron Brown

On Tuesday June 26, 2018, The Frontenac Heritage Foundation is pleased to sponsor Ron Brown who will talk about his latest edition of his book “150 Unusual Things to See in Ontario”. The event will be held at 7:30pm in the Upper Hall of The Spire at 82 Sydenham Street (Sydenham United Church).

Heritage Week Dinner

Heritage Week Dinner

Joins us for dinner at a celebration of Heritage Week! On Sunday February 11, 2018, 6pm, at the Renaissance Venue at 285 Queen Street, we will be celebrating Heritage Week with a Prime Rib Dinner and silent auction. The keynote speaker will be Helen Cooper, past mayor of Kingston. Tickets are $75 and are available…