The Newcastle Village and District Historical Society, in Newcastle, Ontario was formed by a group of citizens in 1981 to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of the former Village of Newcastle and its immediate environs. Today, we have an extensive collection of artifacts, documents and photographs and offer help with research into the history of the area, including its businesses and families.

We are located in the former public library in the Newcastle Community Hall. We have permanent and special displays in the historical room and are open to the public. We are a registered charity, supported by our almost 200 members, local sponsors and donors, with some additional assistance from the Town of Clarington and the Government of Canada (Canada Summer Jobs). We welcome all new members and donors!

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NVDHS Fall Events

Orono Fair September 6 to 9 NVDHS will have a booth in the arena at the Orono Fair again this year. We will be featuring ‘Great Lakes Shipping’ with the emphasis on Captain Gibson and the ship, Ariadne, out of the Port of Newcastle. Many photos and Captain Gibson’s diary will be among the items on display. Don’t miss … Read more
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Newcastle’s heritage champion, Myno Van Dyke, recognized for lifetime achievement

Eminent Clarington historian Myno Van Dyke has been honoured with the Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Award for Lifetime Achievement. “I’m thrilled, absolutely thrilled,” said Van Dyke. The Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Awards celebrates those who make “exceptional contributions to cultural and natural heritage conservation, environmental sustainability and biodiversity.” The Lifetime Achievement award recognizes outstanding individuals … Read more
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Beach headstone

General Meeting April 10

Join us at the next General Meeting on April 10th at 7 pm in the Centennial Room, Newcastle Community Hall. Free Admittance and refreshments! Peter Klose will relate his research on the Beachs, whose tombstones rest along Hwy 115. Peter is a past member of the Abandoned Cemetery Board. This will be a very interesting … Read more
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Newcastle Celebrates 150 Years

Historical Books for Sale

The NVDHS has a variety of local history books available for sale, from the Newcastle Celebrates 150 years, a photo book celebrating Newcastle’s Sesquicentennial in 2006, to The 1793-1813 Settlers of Durham County, which contains detailed information of the earliest settlers, origins, birth, marriage and death information. We also have a number of books on local buildings … Read more
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Christmas Bells

Celebrate Christmas with the Historical Society

Merry Christmas Come celebrate the holidays with Newcastle Village and District Historical Society Saturday, December 23, from 9:30 to 12:00 at the History Room in the Community Hall, Four Corners, Newcastle Mulled cider Christmas cookies Movies Carols Good friends! See You There!
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Santa Parade Poster

Newcastle Santa Claus Parade – Sunday, Nov. 19

Come out and enjoy the fun and merriment at the annual Newcastle Santa Claus Parade through downtown on Sunday, November 19 at 5:30 p.m.! The Newcastle Village and District Historical Society will have a float in the parade and we are looking for volunteers. We need two men as loggers and two people to carry … Read more
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Culture Days

Farm Families Celebration – September 30, 2018

A celebration of the family farm On Saturday, September 30, we will be hosting Culture Days featuring what it would have been like to live on a farm in bygone days. Come out and see our tractors! Take our “What is it?” quiz. Visit the other displays in the History Room. As part of Culture … Read more
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Fanning Mill

NVDHS at Orono Fair – September 7-10

Come visit us in the arena at the Orono Fair, September 7-10. We’ll have a fun “What is it?” quiz featuring items found in a historic farm kitchen. Come and test your knowledge and find out a bit more about your community history!
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Newcastle Village and District Historical Society
1 month ago
Newcastle Village and District Historical Society
🌲Don’t forget!🌲 NVHDS Christmas Open House Saturday, December 14, 2024 We’re looking forward to seeing you all on Saturday, to enjoy lots of Christmas treats, mulled cider, tea and coffee, a special children’s Christmas craft and Christmas music. We’ll be open from 9:30 to noon and hope you’ll drop by to join in the fun. Please note that we will be closed Dec. 17, reopening on January 4, 2025.
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Newcastle Village and District Historical Society
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Newcastle Village and District Historical Society
It’s a busy season for everyone, but we hope you’ll find the time to join us for some treats and holiday cheer. And of course, don’t forget about our end-of-year donation match campaign. NVHDS Christmas Open House Saturday, December 14, 2024 Come meet the directors and your fellow members and enjoy lots of Christmas treats, mulled cider, special children’s Christmas craft and Christmas music. We’ll be open from 9:30 to noon and look forward to seeing you all! Please note that we will be closed Dec. 17, reopening on January 4.
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Newcastle Village and District Historical Society
2 months ago
Newcastle Village and District Historical Society
We had some special visitors today. Thank you Newcastle Public School for sharing your Poppy Rocks and collaborative art with us today and allowing us to share some history with you too. Read more in our upcoming Newsletter!Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment
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2 months ago
Newcastle Village and District Historical Society
WE ❤️ REMEMBER NPS Rock Poppies - Learn & Reflect #remembrance #poppy #learn #reflect #newcastle #newcastlecommunityhall #newcastlepublicschool
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Newcastle Village and District Historical Society
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