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July 9, 2014

The First Mennonites Living In Essex County

Russian immigrants arriving in Waterloo

The following text was taken from the book: The Leamington United Mennonite Church with permission from Henry Driedger,  son of the author N.N. Driedger, author of the book. Thanks go to Conrad Grebel College Archives for providing us with the pictures. Part 1 Toward the evening of July 17, 1924, at Quebec city, about 1000 […]

Article by admin / Filed Under: Stories Now / Tagged With: 1925-1972, N. N. Driedger, The Leamington United Mennonite Church: Establishment and Development

July 9, 2014

July 2014

Friday, June 27 marked the end of an era in Leamington as the H.J. Heinz facility ended production.  It was in operation for 105 years.  The Heinz factory held many memories for Mennonites in the Leamington, Wheatley, Ruthven, Kingsville and surrounding communities.  Many of us know someone who has ties there, whether it be working there […]

Article by Shelley Enns / Filed Under: Events /

June 22, 2014

June 2014

As the cool Spring turns into long, hot Summer days, how will you be spending your time? If you know travellers coming to the Leamington area, our air conditioned museum is a great way to spend some time, as well as grab a coffee and have a visit. We are open every weekday morning, and admission to […]

Article by Shelley Enns / Filed Under: Events /

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