Over the summer and fall, planning for the new recreation, arts, and culture service sparked real momentum. With support from the Ontario Arts Council’s Multi and Inter-Arts Projects program, we were able to dive deep into archiving practices, digital tools, and collection care\u2014setting the stage for something much bigger than paperwork or planning sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That groundwork paid off the moment we stepped into the Dyment Museum. The place hums with local history: a stoneware jug stamped \u201c1900,\u201d early tools of trade and industry, and shelves packed with objects that speak to the everyday lives of the region\u2019s earliest residents. Seeing the sheer volume and authenticity of these items made one thing clear\u2014this heritage deserves more than safe storage. It needs a thoughtful, long-term home and a way for people to engage with it meaningfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That\u2019s where the planned rotating exhibitions at the Dyment Recreation Hall come in. Instead of leaving artifacts tucked away, we\u2019re bringing them into the heart of community life through curated displays shaped around vivid historical themes and curated stories. Each rotation won’t just refresh what people see\u2014it also ensures the collection is regularly handled, assessed, digitized, and cared for. It\u2019s a system that protects the past while making it come alive in the present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Turning the Recreation Hall’s lower level into a living, evolving exhibition space, we\u2019re weaving the region\u2019s history directly into everyday community experiences. These rotating, professionally curated displays make local heritage accessible, dynamic, and relevant\u2014giving residents of both communities a chance to reconnect with the stories that shaped them, supported by the archival and digital expertise developed earlier this year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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