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WHS promotes respect for community roots, artefacts, and heritage structures through advocacy, education, and community connections.
Weston, Ontario, Canada Last update: December 20, 2025
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
About Weston
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Weston has always been on both sides of the river. Benjamin Davis’ land was on the east side of the river, as was Simcoe’s lots that he deeded himself. Michael Miller and Conrad Countryman were early millers on the west side. Prominent miller and mill builder David Holley was on both sides. The flood of 1850 wiped out almost all of the settlements on the west side, with several businesses rebuilding on the east side.
1. Become part of the Executive - You have to be a member for a year before you can be on the WHS Executive.
2. Help with small odd jobs - We are always looking for people to do small jobs without becoming an actual Executive member.
3. Help organize the archives - We have files, photographs, plans and artifacts, to name a few, that need organizing and taking care of. We also have digital information that needs to be organized.
4. Transcribe Weston history from our archives - We have a great deal of information in our archives that is handwritten or photocopied. It is not searchable and difficult to read. Transcribing this information makes it more accessible and usable.
5. Help with events, special or annual - The Weston Historical Society hosts numerous events all year long. Assistance with these in different capacities is always welcome.
The Weston Historical Society greatly appreciates any and all donations we receive. We rely on donations and membership fees to survive and to do our programs.
Donations should be made by cheque and filled out to the Weston Historical Society. They can be mailed to the office or given to any member of the executive.
If there is a specific event or project you would like to donate to please specify this on your cheque.
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