Annandale National Historic Site offers programs throughout the year to help visitors of all ages learn more about the history of Tillsonburg. Register for our programs via your Connect2Rec Account or by calling 519-842-2294.
See the Recreation Guide for Spring & Summer programs offered at Annandale NHS.
Part I – “A Village or A Town: The Path to Incorporation” |
Join us for the first lecture in a four-part series that will look at the decision of whether or not Tillsonburg should be an Incorporated Village or Town! Dates: Thursday, March 24, 2022 OR Friday, March 25, 2022 Cost: $25.00 (+ tax) for a single ticket or $80.00 (+ tax) for a pass
Please register by calling us at 519-842-2294. LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. |
Part II – “By Acclamation: The Story of Tillsonburg’s First Council” |
Join us for the second lecture in this four-part series as we look at the story behind Tillsonburg’s first ever election for Mayor and Council. Date: Thursday, April 28, 2022 OR Friday, April 29, 2022 Cost: $25.00 (+ tax) for a single ticket
Please register by calling us at 519-842-2294. LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. |
Part III – “A Public to Serve: The Story of Tillsonburg’s First Municipal Workers” |
Join us for the third lecture in this four-part series as we look at the story behind Tillsonburg’s first municipal workers. Date: Thursday, May 26, 2022 OR Friday, May 27, 2022 Cost: $25.00 (+ tax) for a single ticket
Please register by calling us at 519-842-2294. LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. |
Part VI – “Our Town Clerks” |
Join us for the final lecture in this four-part series as we look at the life and times of John Secord, Tillsonburg’s first Town Clerk and other Clerks of note over the last 150 years. Dates: Thursday, June 23, 2022 OR Friday, June 24, 2022 Cost: $25.00 (+ tax) for a single ticket
Please register by calling us at 519-842-2294. LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. |
PA DAY - National Donut Day! (Friday, June 3, 2022) |
Come and celebrate “National Donut Day” with donut inspired trivia, crafts and make our own donuts! All supplies and instruction included!
Date: Friday, June 3 Times: Ages 4 - 8 yrs: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Ages 9 -14 yrs: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Cost: $15.00 |
“Let’s Play Ball:” Tuesday and Thursday Drop In Program |
Come and investigation of the history of sports in Tillsonburg. You will learn about some of Tillsonburg’s famous athletes and team s while competing in exciting challenges based on these Tillsonburgers. We will also be celebrating these athletes/teams through arts/crafts, stories and trivia.
Dates: Every Tuesday and Thursday from July 5 to Aug 11, 2022 (Same theme on Tuesday & Thursday) Ages 5 to 8 yrs: Tuesday or Thursday from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Ages 9 to 14 yrs: Tuesday or Thursday from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM Cost: $15.00 per camper, per visit |
“We Built This Town:” Day Camp 2022 (Monday, August 22 to Friday, August 26, 2022) |
It’s not just the mayor who runs this town! Discover the history of what it takes to build, maintain, and grow a town and all the quirky jobs, dirty jobs, and everything in between that make a town run. You’re in for a surprise in this behind-the-scenes camp.
Dates: Monday August 22 to Friday, August 26, 2022 Time: 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM Ages: 6 to 12 yrs Cost: $102.50 for the week |
Bee Day Workshop (Friday, May 20, 2022) |
Come and lean how to make a Bee Wax Candle. All supplies and instruction included.
Date: Friday, May 20, 2022 Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Cost: $20.00 plus taxes ($22.60 total) |
Best Friend’s Tea (Wednesday, June 8, 2022) |
Indulge in some quality time with your best friend(s) while you enjoy tea and goodies. Then make a Best Friends Day craft to take home as a memento of your day together! All supplies and instruction included!
Date: Wednesday, June 8, 2022 Time: 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM Cost: $20.00 plus tax ($22.60 total) |
Come and enjoy tea and goodies on the lawn (weather permitting), and listen to a talk on Tillsonburg’s First Female Mayor.
Date: Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Time: 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM Cost: $15.00 plus tax ($16.95 total) |
Tillsonburg’s 150th Anniversary Party (Friday, July 1, 2022) |
Come and celebrate Tillsonburg’s 150th Anniversary of Incorporation with games, crafts, face painting, otter find and a museum open house!
Date: Friday, July 1, 2022 Time: 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM Cost: By Donation |
Please register online via the Connect to Rec 2.0 website or by calling us at 519-842-2294. LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE.
*Haven't created your Connect2Rec account yet or need to add family members? You'll find everything you need to know in our How to Register Guide.