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Grey Roots Update - August 2014

October 2014

Bountiful Grey County: Our Agricultural History

Exhibit open now until May 2015

Bountiful Grey County explores our integral ties to the land through time and seasons. Since the beginning of human habitation, the rich fertile soil of Grey has provided us with a plentiful harvest which has allowed us to grow and prosper.

The Lost Regiments of Grey County

Exhibit open now until November 1, 2014

Back by popular demand! The Lost Regiments explores Grey County's early military history - 1861 to 1919.  Whether as experienced militia in the 31st Regiment or patriotic volunteers in the 147th and 248th Battalions, Grey County men answered the call to arms.

Upcoming Events & Programs

Sunday
October 5, 2014

12pm-5pm
5th Annual Pratie Oaten Irish Festival
Saturday
October 25, 2014

1-4pm
A Little Scary Halloween



 
Tuesday
November 18, 2014

2:30pm
Fall Lecture Series - Threads of Time
A Look at the Woolen Mills of Grey

 
Saturday
November 29, 2014

11am-4pm
7th Annual Holiday Craft Sale
 
Monday
October 6, 2014

WWI Education Day

 
Tuesday
November 4, 2014

2:30pm
Fall Lecture Series - Threads of Time
Dressing Up Baby: The History of Children's Attire
Friday
November 21, 2014

PA Day Adventure
But That's Ancient History!

 
Friday
October 24, 2014

Monster Mystery

 
Saturday
November 15, 2014

2-4pm
Fall Fashion Show with Special Occasions by Sisters and the Grey Roots Collection
 
Tuesday
November 25, 2014

2:30pm
Fall Lecture Series - Threads of Time
Thimbles: Tiny Treasures

 

Coming Soon

Mrs. Eaton's War

Exhibit opens to the public November 7, 2014

This Grey Roots original exhibit allows us an intimate window to the Great War through the eyes of Grey County soldiers, their families and friends.  Letters written by soldiers to loved ones, long tucked away and recently discovered, reveal the importance of family.

Recent Grey Roots Blog Posts


A GREY ROOTS SUMMER STUDENT’S EXPERIENCE

SHORT SHORT LONG; LONG SHORT LONG: THE EVOLUTION OF TELEPHONE SERVICE IN GREY COUNTY

1914 SCHOOLHOUSE CANDY CONTAINER

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