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Mailing a letter in the late 1800’s
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Lieu
Old Oakville Post Office
Oakville, ON
Access
Free.
Offered in English.
À propos
It was very expensive to mail even a single page letter in the 1800’s and because letters were transported by horse, coach or boat it could take days or weeks to arrive.
The volunteers of Oakville Historical Society re-enact the mailing of letter in the late 1800’s.
Links
- Oakville Historical Society oakvillehistory.org
Organisateur
Oakville Historical Society
The Oakville Historical Society preserves and promotes historical heritage of the Town of Oakville, Ontario.
Throughout the year, our promotional efforts include hosting various family activities and events that promote Oakville's heritage and get the public involved in learning about the town and what we do. We offer services to the public such as guided walking tours and exhibits.
Cet événement fait partie d'un carrefour créatif:
Old Oakville
Oakville Historical Society Oakville, ONA series of small vignettes about the history of Oakville from the late 1800’s . Also a self guided historical walking tour of Oakville’s Navy Street expertly navigated by a member of the Oakville Historical Society.