About Us
The Peterborough Historical Society is a not-for profit organization offering many services and programs to the community:
- Hosts monthly public meetings with presentations on local historical subjects
- Erects historical plaques in the city and area
- Publishes books on historical subjects and a yearly Occasional Paper
- Produces a monthly Bulletin with articles of historical interest
- Presents annual Heritage Awards in the community
- Provides annual History Awards to deserving high school students
- Organizes an annual bus trip to locations of heritage interest
- Plays an advocacy role in the community and contributes to public policy
- Contributes to the development of public policy on heritage issues
