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The Chester Municipal Heritage Society

Established in 1981 as a registered charity, the Chester Municipal Heritage Society promotes the municipality's heritage by preserving historically significant properties and providing educational programs for the enjoyment and benefit of present and future generations.

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DID YOU KNOW?

At one time we had our own electric company, Chester Electric. There was a dam on the East River.

DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know that the Chester Yacht Club was originally a boat building shop?

DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know that the old stone bridge was not the first on Victoria Street?

DID YOU KNOW?

A bomb was found under the veranda of the Hackmatack Inn when it was torn down. It was detonated in the harbour.

Committed to Preserving our History

Established in 1981 as a registered charity, the Chester Municipal Heritage Society promotes the municipality's heritage by preserving historically significant properties and providing educational programs for the enjoyment and benefit of present and future generations.

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Chester Basin's Prescott Joudrey carries Christmas trees sometime in the 1940s

Make a Donation

The Chester Heritage Society is grateful to each donor who helps keep our society running. Click the link below to learn how to donate. 

Become a Member

The Society is made possible by our generous members and patrons. Click below to join our mission of preserving Chester's unique heritage for future generations. 

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The Edmund Boylan
family in New Ross,
c. 1918

For inquiries, collaborations, or to sign up to volunteer please reach out to us.

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