Thank you for attending “The Artifact”!

July 29, 2024

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended “The Artifact,” our recent costume party, open house, and reception for the exhibit on 1920s fashion at the Aylmer-Malahide Museum and Archives. The evening was a resounding success, and it was wonderful to see so many of you embrace the spirit of the Roaring Twenties with your fabulous costumes and enthusiastic participation. Your presence made the event lively and memorable, and we are thrilled that many of you took the opportunity to explore our exhibit and gain a deeper appreciation for the fashion and culture of this vibrant decade.

A special shout-out goes to our dedicated summer employees, Morgan Kerr and Julia McCord, who organized the event with remarkable creativity and effort. Their hard work and attention to detail were evident in every aspect of the evening, from the stunning decorations to the engaging activities. We are grateful for their contributions and proud of their achievements. Thank you once again to everyone who joined us for “The Artifact.” Your support helps us continue to preserve and celebrate our shared history. We look forward to welcoming you to future events at the museum!

Summer students Julia McCord and Morgan Kerr

Become a Member!

July 2, 2024

In our dedication to preserving and presenting the history of Aylmer and Malahide, we rely on the generosity of the public to stay afloat. Please consider purchasing an annual membership so that we can further our charitable cause!

Memberships start at $20 per year. Membership includes free exhibit admission, five newsletters per year, and a discount at our gift shop. Memberships above $20 are eligible for tax receipts.

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Relocation Project Update

After a long period of fundraising and research, we’re pleased to announce that Phase One of our Relocation Project is underway! Our structural, mechanical, and architectural inspection of the new building took place on Wednesday, June 26th, alongside a designated substances survey (to find things like asbestos and silica).

Once our engineering firm issues us a report on their findings, it’s on to the initial design phase. The staff, board, and building committee will discuss one final, no-frills design that the architects at our firm will work with. We will be tackling the most important issues first, like ensuring the building is artifact-safe and accessible

Our engineering firm for the first phase quoted us a total of $58,275 for these services, which we’ve been paying monthly in small increments. As of mid-June 2024, the Relocation Fund contains $161,299.70.

Thank you all so much for your support along the way! We’re so excited to finally be moving forward with this project. We’ll issue another update as soon as we can!

The 2024 Volunteer Service Awards

Six of our volunteers were recently invited to the 2024 Ontario Volunteer Service Awards in London as thanks for their dedication to the museum! Colleen Sawyer, pictured below, was accepting her pin commemorating five years of service with the museum. We very much appreciate your help and support, Colleen!

Left to right: Oxford MPP Ernie Hardeman, Museum Volunteer Colleen Sawyer, and London North Centre MPP Terence Kernaghan

As a non-profit charity, we rely heavily on the generosity of our volunteers to preserve and celebrate our local history. Their efforts range from curating exhibits and organizing events to preserving archives and engaging with visitors. Without their unwavering commitment, our mission to educate and inspire the community through our rich cultural heritage would not be possible. Their hard work and enthusiasm inspire us daily, and we are deeply grateful for their continued support. To all our volunteers, thank you for being the heart and soul of the Aylmer-Malahide Museum and Archives.