Drawing room, dining room, bedroom and kitchen exhibits illustrate aspects of domestic life in the middle decades of the nineteenth century. Much of the furniture on display this summer has just returned to the Pinhey house after 25 years in storage. It is on view for the first time, providing new insights into the lives of these early settlers in March Township. THE HOME SHOW Architectural plans, drawings and photographs are used to outline the construction and evolution of Hamnett Pinhey's house, Horaceville . Families will be treated to wandering musicians, a petting farm, a historical blacksmithing presentation and many interactive interpretive displays.
Children can get their face painted and participate in heritage crafts.
Visit the Ottawa Valley Quilters Guild demonstration and try your hand at quilting. Special guest will be Daniel Richer, official Town Cryer of Ontario and Quebec. Barbecue lunch will be available for purchase. Join local veterans and remember the valiant efforts of Canadians serving our country. Then, join us around the campfire for a sing song, an apple roast and, of course, a marshmallow roast.