Albion Bolton Historical Society celebrates 50th anniversary
A group dedicated to preserving history celebrated an important milestone in its own history last weekend.
On June 22, the Albion Bolton Historical Society (ABHS) celebrated its 50th anniversary with a gathering at the Caledon Seniors Centre.
ABHS president Nathan Hiller said he’s proud to be part of an organization that’s been preserving history for 50 years and counting.
“This is substantial, it’s an impressive record especially in this day and age where people are looking towards the future rather than the past,” he said of the anniversary.
Hiller said he’s so grateful for all the people who have shared items like family photos and mementos with the society over the years, as each item shared helps the ABHS expand its records and preserve valuable information for future generations.
The 50th anniversary celebration featured visits from dignitaries, music from local musician Isabella Morency, refreshments, and a wide variety of interesting historical displays and presentations.
ABHS member Heather Broadbent, a founding member of the ABHS who i active with it to this day, attended the anniversary and gave a presentation on the history of the society.
She was presented with an award to celebrate her long service to the society.
The ABHS created a “time capsule” with all kinds of memorabilia from 1974, the year the society was founded, and opened it at the celebration.
Various illustrations of historical buildings were on display at the event and were for sale by silent auction. Numerous displays around the room showcased the history of Albion and Bolton.
“We’re custodians of what was started 50 years ago,” said Hiller. “Over the years people have shared so many things with the society and I’m very grateful that they did… history touches a lot of people.”
As the ABHS celebrates its 50th anniversary, Hiller said it’s extending a warm invitation to the community to get involved and be a part of a group that will preserve the next 50 years of history.
“We’re always looking for new members, new people coming in with new ideas,” said Hiller.
Zachary Roman, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Caledon Citizen
