SIR ARTHUR CURRIE: ON LOAN FROM THE CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM
March 11, 2011 - June 17, 2011
Sir Arthur Currie's tunic, helmet, and horse tack were on display in his hometown of Strathroy for a limited time, thanks to the generosity of the Canadian War Museum.
SITTING PRETTY: A History of the Toilet/PIPES & PROGRESS: Water & Waste in Strathroy-Caradoc
February 21, 2010 - May 7, 2010
A fun and educational look at water--where it comes from, and how we use it! An exhibit on local water history complemented "Sitting Pretty," the popular travelling exhibition circulated by Guelph Museums.
STRATHROY 150
April 10, 2010 - January 31, 2011
Museum Strathroy-Caradoc celebrated the sesquicentennial anniversary (150 years) of the Town of Strathroy with a special exhibit that highlighted each decade of our community's history. Museum staff also collaborated with many community partners in hosting a birthday party on the anniversary date of June 24. Happy birthday, Strathroy!
PASSAGE TO FREEDOM: SECRETS OF THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
February 4, 2010 - March 20, 2010
Museum Strathroy-Caradoc travelled back to the 1800s and interpreted the secret slave escape routes known as the Underground Railroad in commemoration of February as Black History Month.
Passage to Freedom: Secrets of the Underground Railroad told the story of the thousands of black refugees who escaped slavery in the United States and sought freedom in Canada. Large text panels, eye-catching models, and unique maps reflected the spirit of hope that many had during their journey to the north.
Passage to Freedom is a travelling exhibit developed by the Welland Museum. It has been in circulation since 2001, having most recently been on display at the Black Cultural Heritage Centre in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, and at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon.
FLEECE TO BLANKETS: THE WOOLLEN INDUSTRY IN STRATHROY-CARADOC
October 22, 2009 - January 16, 2010
Museum Strathroy-Caradoc examined one of the first industries to take shape in our region during the fall of 2009. "From Fleece to Blankets" showcased early sheep shearing practices, and the impressive and influential woollen mills and factories of our area. Visitos learned how, with the support of the outlying rural areas, simple bits of wool and thread became leading economic drivers for nearly a century.
STRATHROY MIDDLESEX GENERAL HOSPITAL: A Legacy of Care
July 16 - October 3 2009
Museum Strathroy-Caradoc exhibited the story of health care in our community during the summer of 2009, featuring displays on early medical practices, fascinating photographs and intriguing medical equipment from the Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital. The exhibit traced the development and contributions of our community hospital, and recognized those who established its 'Legacy of Care'.
EGYPT, GIFT OF THE NILE
April 30 - June 25 2009
This spring Museum Strathroy-Caradoc welcomed a popular travelling exhibit from the Royal Ontario Museum: Egypt, Gift of the Nile. The exhibit drew nearly 3,000 people to the Museum gallery in just eight weeks!
PRINTING HISTORY: The Story of The Strathroy Age Dispatch
January 15 - April 21, 2009
Thank you to the Strathroy Age Dispatch and all those who contributed material for our previous exhibit, 'Printing History: The Story of the Strathroy Age Dispatch'. Recording the events of Strathroy-Caradoc over the past 148 years, the Age Dispatch has left behind an
amazing record of the development of our community.
Museum Strathroy-Cardoc was excited to commemorate
the history of our local newspaper from January to April with an engaging exhibit that drew over 4,500 visitors!
The exhibit featured an original Washington Printing Press at one time used by the Age Dispatch, and traced the technical and social evolution of the paper and
highlighted the great local and international news stories that impacted those who lived in this community.
Thank you also to exhibit sponsor Helen Campbell, who contributed to the exhibit in memory of her late husband Ken Campbell, former owner and publisher of the Strathroy Age Dispatch.
Silent Night Exhibit & Auction
November 17, 2008 - December 15, 2008
Thank you to all of the businesses and organizations that participated in our 6th annual Silent Night wreath auction. The proceeds raised from the 28 beautifully decorated wreaths that were on display in the storefronts of our local merchants from November 17 - December 15 will help to support a variety of local charities, including: The Salvation Army, Women's Rural Resource Centre, Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital, Strathroy District Arts Council, Friends of the Strathroy Library and the Museum among others.
Click here to view images of all of the wreaths and their designated charities, and view the 2008 wreath tour map online!
THE IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCE: The Story of Immigration & Strathroy-Caradoc
October 8, 2008 - January 3, 2009
Bringing the culture and traditions of their respective homelands, immigrants have shaped this truly unique community. From October 8 to January 3 2008, Museum Strathroy-Caradoc remembered the experiences of those who arrived here in search of opportunity; in search of a life better than the one they left behind in their home country.
Museum Strathroy-Caradoc was also proud to host a travelling display from the National Museum of Scotland as part of this exhibition. Thank you to all those who loaned items and personal stories to this exhibit, your experiences contributed to a greater understanding of the immigrant experience shared by us all!
CHANGING STREETSCAPES: The History of Downtown Strathroy
June 4 - September 20, 2008
Museum Strathroy-Caradoc would like to thank RBC Royal Bank Strathroy for there generous sponsorship of our summer exhibit, “Changing Streetscapes: The Development of Downtown Strathroy”. Thanks to this partnerhsip, the exhibit was a tremendous success. 'Changing Streetscapes' recalled our community’s humble beginnings on the banks of the Sydenham River, and showcased the evolution of our local businesses, services and architecture over the years.
Images and interpretation explored the former businesses and current landmarks that compose Strathroy's urban streetscape. We thank all the volunteers and donors who contributed to this exhibition, and hope that it enhanced visitors' awareness and appreciation of our historic downtown.
HOMETOWN HOCKEY: The History of the Strathroy Rockets
March 28 - May 17, 2008
Museum Strathroy-Caradoc wishes to thank the many donors who loaned items, and members of the Rockets community, for making "Hometown Hockey" an incredible success. In just two months the Museum shared the Rockets story with over 2,500 people who visited the gallery space at 34 Frank. The Museum also welcomed the Rockets organization for their annual awards ceremony on May 12. GO ROCKETS GO!
ORNAMENTING THE ORDINARY: Crafts of South Asia
January 17 - March 15, 2008
Museum Strathroy-Caradoc spotlighted Asian culture in its gallery space with a breath-taking travelling exhibit from the Royal Ontario Museum. Showcasing the artistic styles and craft traditions of many South Asian regions, "Crafts of South Asia" exhibited functional objects transformed into artistic forms: from ordinary to extraordinary!
'A CALL TO DUTY: The Military Heritage of Strathroy-Caradoc
September 13 to December 31, 2007
Beginning with the Boer War of South Africa (1899-1902) at the turn of the Century, this exhibit traced the valour and the horror of armed conflict, providing a retrospective of The Great War (1914-1918) and the Second World War (1939-1945).
With vivid images and captivating artifacts, the Museum remembered those who experienced the impact of these battles at home and abroad. Thank you to all those who visited this exhibition, and to those who made this display possible through their generous contributions.
RURAL ROOTS: The Agricultural Heritage of Strathroy-Caradoc
May 24 - August 31, 2007
The first settlers to this area arrived in search of opportunity, and faced immense challenges in their efforts toward building a settlement. Early pioneers cleared the land, established trails and roads, adjusted to the unforgiving winter season, and drew nourishment from the land to sustain their efforts.
Since that time, Strathroy-Caradoc has transformed from isolated pioneer homesteads scattered throughout a harsh wilderness, into a flourishing community with abundant farmlands and prosperous towns and villages.
Rural Roots reflected on the beginnings of this transformation, using artifacts donated to the Museum by the descendants of those who came before us. This grand opening exhibit traced the story of this community’s proud inheritance and rich agricultural history.
Thank you to all those who visited this grand opening exhibition, and to those who made this display possible through their generous contributions.
HANDS ON NATURE
February 19 - April 14, 2007
Thank you Strathroy-Caradoc for making our first exhibit in the new location a success! Museum Strathroy-Caradoc partnered with The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) to bring you "Hands On Nature", a special travelling exhibition that was featured in our new gallery space from February 19 to April 14, 2007.
During this short run, "Hands On Nature" drew over 6,000 visitors to the Museum. This prelude exhibit enabled the Museum to showcase what it has to offer, as school groups were given the opportunity to discover endangered species and explore fascinating wildlife habitats.
Based on the success of this show, the Museum looks forward to drawing new travelling exhibits to our community on an annual basis. If you are interested in sponsoring this exciting travelling exhibit program, please contact the Museum at 519-245-0492.
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