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Tea & History Speaker Series: You’ve Got Mail

March 19 @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm

You’ve Got Mail: 19th-Century Communication
and the Ontario Postal System

with special guest Rebecca Rizzo of Toronto’s First Post Office

Step into the intriguing world of the 19th-century postal system, as we celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the opening of Whitby’s inaugural Post Office by John Borlase Warren in 1824. Join us in commemorating this pivotal milestone event!

Explore the art of letter-writing in the early 19th century, unraveling the fascinating tales of how these missives traversed vast distances to reach their destinations. Rebecca Rizzo, Museum Coordinator of Toronto’s First Post Office, will share narratives from the enthralling history of Ontario’s Postal System during the era of Upper Canada. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the rich tapestry of our postal heritage and uncover the secrets of communication in days gone by.

REGISTER ONLINE or BY PHONE at 905-665-3131

Details

Date:
March 19
Time:
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Organizer

Whitby Historical Society
Phone:
905-665-3131
Email:
info@lyndehousemuseum.com

Venue

Whitby Central Library – Meeting Room 1
405 Dundas Street West
Whitby, ON L1N 6A1 Canada
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Phone:
9056653131