VISIT THE SHARON TEMPLE
What's happening in May at the Sharon National Historic Site:
We start the month on Wednesday, May 9th, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. with
a presentation on Antique Furniture from 19th-century Ontario by Dr. John McIntyre
John will discuss Ontario furniture and furniture making from the earliest days of settlement to the rise of factory production in an informal talk illustrated with slides. Highlights will include furniture made by John Doan, builder of the Ark at the centre of the Sharon Temple. Those attending will be welcome to ask questions about their own pieces of antique furniture and to bring pictures along with them that evening.
In addition to being Curator at Sharon Temple National Historic Site and Museum, John teaches courses in cultural history, art and design at Seneca College, was guest curator for the Royal Ontario Museum's "Ontario at Home" exhibit, and author the first research catalogue of furnishings at Rideau hall in Ottawa. He is currently working a book about the work of John and Ebenezer Doan, co-authored with William Reeve.May 18th is our official opening day. There are nine historical buildings on our site and you are welcome to visit and take a guided tour or stroll the site on your own. Bring a picnic and enjoy the park like setting.
May 26th - The Sharon Art Show and Sale is a one-day, juried art show taking place from 10 am to 4:30 pm. We will showcase emerging and established artists on the grounds and in the heritage buildings of the Sharon National Historic Site and Museum. There will be low entrance fees, and students can participate!
If you are an emerging or established artist who is interested in exhibiting your work at the Sharon Temple site please submit the application form by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 905-478-2389 for more information.
In addition to our signature events like Descendants' Day and Lantern Tours in the fall, this year's program promises to be one of the most exciting yet as we celebrate the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Children of Peace, the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 and the 175th anniversary of the Rebellion of 1837.
We've updated our "Education" page with a few of the curriculum based programs that we offer. If you are interested in booking a group tour or field trip please contact: Megan Houston This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
As always, we are looking for Special Events and Interpretive Volunteers for this upcoming season, if you are interested please let us know - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
