This is an archived hub from Culture Days 2024.
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The Crossing Community Heritage Day
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Location
Lions Valley Park or Knox Presbyterian Church Sixteen
Dundas Street W. at Lions Valley Park Rd.
Oakville, ON
Discover the history of the place known today as Lions Valley Park!
Since the First Nations people have lived on this land, the place known today as Lions Valley Park has been an important location. It is where the river could be crossed, and a place to meet, trade, and live. In the 1800s, it was the site of the thriving community of Proudfoot’s Hollow, a village that no longer exists. Today, Lions Valley is a natural landscape park with an extensive trail system situated along the Sixteen Mile Creek in the river valley.
Join us for a day of discovery and celebration as we explore The Crossing.
The activities of the day will provide the opportunity for all to discover this important heritage destination. Explore Indigenous creation perspectives on the Moccasin Trail; participate in the Moccasin Identifier™ project; learn about the importance of wampum belts in recording the history of the First Nations people of Turtle Island; experience Debwewin: The Oakville Truth Project with Oakville Museum; discover the history of Proudfoot’s Hollow and its disappearance; tour the cemetery and exterior of historic Knox Sixteen church; learn about the history of Sixteen Mile Creek and the Underground Railroad with the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton; experience traditional children’s toys and games, crafts, and interactive activities; try a fall apple tasting with Simply Local; enjoy a popcorn snack and refreshments; take a nature hike through the forest; view historical displays from the Oakville Historical Society and Bronte Historical Society; enjoy musical entertainment from the wandering singing duo, Historical Harmonies; pack a picnic lunch and take in the fall colours; come and meet neighbours in your community; and participate in our Discovery Passport for a chance to win a prize! With such a range of activities it is sure to be a day of fun for the whole family!
Join us at the Knox Sixteen church steps at 10:00 am for our welcome and opening.
*Limited parking on-site. Please consider taking public transit.
Links
- Halton Heritage Website halton.ca
Events at this hub
Walk along the Moccasin Trail at Lions Valley Park
Halton Heritage Services
Oakville, ON
Sep 28
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Traditional Toys, Games and Craft Station
Halton Heritage Services
Oakville, ON
Sep 28
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Natural Heritage Visit with Conservation Halton
Halton Heritage Services
Oakville, ON
Sep 28
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Knox Sixteen Cemetery Tour
Knox Sixteen Church
Halton County, ON
Sep 28
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Historical Harmonies at The Crossing
Halton Heritage Services
Oakville, ON
Sep 28
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Proudfoot’s Hollow Tour
Halton Heritage Services
Oakville, ON
Sep 28
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Knox Sixteen Church Tour
Knox Sixteen Church
Oakville, ON
Sep 28
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM