L.R. Wilson Heritage Research Archives
Description
Research facility specializing in the history of the City of Port Colborne. Open by appointment during winter. Regular hours resume Spring 2016. This research facility, located at 286 King Street, Port Colborne, was completed in 2006, and designed externally to recapture the spirit of Port Colborne's first Town Hall which was built in 1873 and torn down a half century later.
- A climate-controlled repository for the documentary history of the City of Port Colborne and area.
- A Research Room suitable for the study of those resources, particularly genealogy and family history.
- A Conference Room large enough to accommodate groups with diverse purposes.
Research Room Open Tues-Fri 1-5p.m. and Sat. by appt
Rental Information: A Conference Hall that can accommodate a variety of groups, including family gatherings, exercise classes, business meetings, etc. Rental includes the use of 8 folding tables, 52 stacking chairs and access to the kitchen area which includes a fridge, electric kettle and coffee pot.
Rental Fees (Note: A deposit is required when booking the Conference Hall.)
*prices do not include HST*
4 Hour rental $60.00
8 Hour rental $100.00
Slide projector & screen $5.00
Overhead projector & screen $5.00
Digital projector & screen $10.00
Sound system $10.00
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