Tweed and Area Heritage Centre

11/16/2024

11/13/2024

On August 29, 1990 the Tweed News took a chance on a weekly column, entitled "The Heritage Herald' It was written weekly by Evan Morton, Founder and Curator of The Tweed and Area Heritage Centre . The Heritage Herald is a walk back in time revisiting people , places and events from yesteryear. Evan's farewell Heritage Herald is absolutely beautiful.
We respectfully ask that you remain loyal and supportive to The Tweed and Area Heritage Centre. Together we can assure Evan's legacy lives on.

We now have Evan Morton's Heritage Heralds in booklets. The first book covers Aug. 29 , 1990 - Dec. 11 ,1991. This would be Evan's first Heritage Herald.

The book is $25.00.
Available at The Tweed and Area Heritage Centre.
613-478-3989
A joy to read!

11/08/2024

Don't forget our Lottery Calendar is available at The Tweed and Area Heritage Centre and The Tweed News for $20.00 each. You have a chance to win one of three $100 draws each month and a bonus draw in Dec. of $500. They make great gifts!

11/08/2024

Our Remembrance Day Display will be in Memorial Hall until November 16th, stop by and see our collection of war memorabilia.

10/16/2024

Heritage Herald
Old Wives Tales
Tammy Meeks

The other day I asked, what does the caterpillar say about the upcoming winter, we all know the more black on the caterpillar the longer the winter. After I’d thought about what I’d said I realized just how much ‘ Old Wives Tales’ are part of our heritage, the reason, I don’t know.

It is believed that Old Wives Tales have been part of human culture for centuries. Passed down from generations to generation. These tales are a way of explaining things that people may not have understood or provide advice based on experience or observation. Very common in ‘Old Wives Tales’ is the use of natural remedies or superstitious to cure or prevent illness. They contain warnings and advice about everyday life…… an apple a day keeps the Dr away. The use of superstitions to predict the future is a big part of ‘Wives Tales’……. Break a mirror and you’ll have seven years bad luck…. Carry a rabbit’s foot for good luck.

I remember so well , growing up , many ‘Old Wives Tales’ repeated in my family as I’m sure you do as well. I still say them and I’m sure my daughters can too !
Here are just a few, do you recognize any of these? Did your family repeat ‘Old Wives Tales’? If so please email or call and tell us about them! [email protected] or 613-478-3989.

Sweep the floor on Sunday, you’ll do it again on Monday
Drop the dishcloth, company is coming
A winter’ s fog will freeze a hog (cold weathers coming)
Joint pain will predict the weather
Put a potato on your head to cure a headache
If you put a piece of wedding cake under your pillow you will dream about the man your going to marry

I could write pages with all the ‘Old Wives Tales’ I’ve heard in my lifetime. I love them and never disregard any of them…… who knows?

Several years ago a family in Thomasburg experienced an unusual tradition, an Anlo-German custom. They found a pair of shoes hidden in the walls of their home. Shoe were a symbol of fertility or a device used to keep spirits at bay. Our ancestors sometimes hid shoes within the house as a good luck charm.

October is the time of Halloween. Did you know that Halloween began in Ireland over 2,000 years ago . It is said that Halloween is the veil between our world and the other world.

October is also the time of Thanksgiving. And we certainly have so much to be thankful for! We live in a wonderful community, we are blessed.

We have been very busy at The Heritage Centre ! The Little Learners Daycare came for a visit . Its always a pleasure to see our little friends.

We had guests from Alberta researching the name Salisbury, from the Moira area. We were able to assist them and they left very pleased and thanked us for all the information we shared.

Our accessible door has been installed , thanks to Brennan Construction. Excellent workmanship.

Our Artist of the month is Audrey Ross, stop in and see the amazing work of an amazing lady.

Our 2025 Lottery Calendar is now available!! What a great Gift. Stop by The heritage Centre or The Tweed News to purchase our beautiful calendar and support The Heritage Centre .
We do have some surprises coming real soon!! Stay tuned!!

Have a great week everyone !

09/25/2024

NOTICE
Effective October 15, 2024 to May 20, 2025,
The Tweed and Area Heritage Centre
hours will be:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 9am – 3pm
Saturday 9am – 12 noon
Closed Tuesday and Sunday
Appointments available upon request

09/20/2024

A Genealogy Club in Madoc is meeting in the library. For any further information contact as per the information below.

09/06/2024

The Tweed & Area Historical Society would like to thank OPP Constable Doug Fluke for his very informative presentation on Fraud Prevention. We were all enlightened with all the information he provided us about what the scams are that are out there and how to avoid getting caught up in them.

08/24/2024

Due to unforeseen circumstances the Tweed & Area Heritage Centre will be closed until September 3rd.
Sorry for any inconvenience.

08/19/2024

Our very first Butterfly Release in the Evan Morton Memorial Gardens was a huge success! The rainy weather didn't dampen the spirits of those who attended. Thanks to Elizabeth Churcher for your heartfelt words and, as always, for your support of The Heritage Centre. Thank you to everyone who attended and shared in this very special moment with us. GOD BLESS!

08/16/2024

Them Were The Days

Compiled by:
Patricia LeSage
Margaret Rashotte
Baden Vance

For Sale at The Tweed and Area Heritage Centre

$150.00

We have only a few copies left !!

Call 613-478-3989 or email [email protected]

08/03/2024

The Tweed and Area Heritage Centre will be closed Monday, August 5th and reopen Tuesday, August 6th at 9:00 a.m. Enjoy your long weekend!

08/03/2024

Happy Heavenly Birthday Evan
August 3. 1941 - August 3. 2023

08/02/2024

The Tweed & Area Historical Society will be at Art in the Park tomorrow to sell our 2025 Tweed and Area Heritage Centre Lottery Calendar. Come say hi to Betty, Jim and Jack.