Hello everyone,
On Sunday, July 27, come out to Ormiston for a special event and celebration to
turn over the church properties to the new Ormiston & District Historical Society.
The program is as follows:
10 a.m. – Church service
11:15-11:30 a.m. – Ceremony to officially transfer the properties to the
Ormiston & District Historical Society
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Opening of Heritage House: Enjoy a museum preview
12:30-1:30 p.m. – Catered lunch at Ormiston Community Hall
Beef on a bun and homemade pie
1:30-2:15 p.m. – Presentation by Prairie Past: Disappearing Saskatchewan
It was 100 years ago that the branch line was completed from Amulet to Cardross.
The towns sprung up along the line, as elevators were built and stores, post offices,
blacksmiths and automobile garages were established in the new townsites. In
1926, the first trains arrived. It was the beginning of a new era.
We look forward to seeing you this summer. Please register your attendance at
blamberton@classiscanadiantours.com. The admission for the day is $30 per
person. We need you to confirm if you plan to attend and provide the numbers in
your party. Bring cash, as admission will be collected at the door.
Bill Lamberton
Committee Chair, Ormiston & District Historical Society