The Dufferin Historical Museum board welcomed donors who supported its renovation project at a pair of appreciation evenings this spring.
Guests enjoyed wine and hors d’oeuvres while touring the museum’s artifacts and Boyne School and hearing reports on last summer’s activities and plans for the year ahead.
The $45,000 project included expanded storage space, a mini-kitchen and a wheelchair-accessible washroom. It was made possible through years of fundraising and contributions from local supporters.
Looking ahead, the board’s priorities include completing the digital cataloguing of more than 10,000 artifacts, launching a project to honour local heroes, planning the next fundraiser and updating the museum’s displays.
The museum attracted more than 500 visitors before closing for the season, including groups from Elm Creek School, Riverview Lodge and soon a local Cub Scout troop. Tours are still available by appointment through board contacts listed at dufferinhistoricalmuseum.com.
The board is also encouraging new members, with annual fees of $10 for individuals or $25 for families. Elections for board positions will take place in November. The board meets on the third Monday of each month.
