Fun Things to Do in Oshawa, Ontario
Canada is known for its hidden gems, and one of those gems is in the heart of Ontario. Oshawa, Ontario may not
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Jane Austen: The 1906 Chawton Edition
The Austen collection on the shelves is the 12 volume 1906 Chawton edition, an octavo, the boards are marble paper covered,
The Awakening of Flora
Some of you may be familiar with the ballet anacréontique Le Réveil de Flore first performed in 1894, while others may be
Why Parkwood Estate Is Your Dream Wedding Destination
Deciding where you wish to elope with the love of your life is a significant life choice. Choosing a historic and elegant
Curious Curator: Weather Forecasting Instruments
Behind the heavy velvet draperies or hidden in the nooks and crannies throughout the Estate is a collection of artifact instruments to
Curious Curator: Composition of the Bowling Balls
Historically, the bowling ball was made of lignum vitae, a very hard, dense wood, until, 1905 when the first rubber bowling ball
Curious Curator: Protectograph Cheque Writer
According to the 2010 US Federal Reserve Payment Study, people write 24.4 billion cheques each year, either personal or for business-related purposes.
Three Popular Movies/TV Shows Filmed at Parkwood Estates
Parkwood Estate is amongst Canada’s most valued treasures, as it's not only Canada’s most exceptional grand estate, it is also the preferred
Important Reasons to Preserve Historical Buildings
It is important to protect the past so that we can learn from it and create a better future. As for historical