Publications

Publication	Description	$	These publications are excellent resources for anyone interested in furthering their knowledge of Oakville's history. They're ideal as gifts for all occasions, and many can be purchased by members of the Society at a special member’s price, as indicated. So take advantage of your membership (or join!) to save money and support the Society's work at the same time! Available for pick-up at the OHS office (cheque or cash only), or by mail (postage extra). No taxes on any of our publications. Questions? Please contact us.
	Oakville - A Small Town 1900 - 1930 by Frances Robin Ahern Dedicated to her friend Hazel Mathews, this book is a companion piece, in fact an indispensable adjunct to, Oakville and the Sixteen. Seen through the eyes and recollections of Frances Robin Ahern, this book covers Oakville during the early part of the 20th Century. 213 pages.	Members: $10 Non-members: $12
	Oakville and the Sixteen by Hazel Chisholm Mathews. The definitive work on the history of Oakville, from its beginnings to post World War Two. By the founder of the Oakville Historical Society, a beautiful gift and a must have for those who want an in-depth history of Oakville. 521 pages.	Members: $35 Non-members: $50
	Old Oakville by Suzanne and David Peacock This book illustrates the architectural styles of 45 of the town’s nineteenth-century buildings. Detailed drawings are complemented with rare old photographs. With insights into the original inhabitants, this book acknowledges the legacy left by our early settlers. 138 pages	Members & Non-Members: $25
	Our Oakville - Editor-in-Chief: Wendy Burton Commemorating Oakville’s 150th Anniversary, this book is a compilation of photos and text that reflects life in and around Oakville. Each story and photograph shows the lives of ordinary people and ensures it is recorded for posterity. A book to have, hold, cherish and pass on to your grandchildren when they ask: “What was it like in Oakville when you were young?” 113 pages.	Members: $10 Non-Members: $16
	The Story of Bronte Harbour by Philip Brimacombe This booklet gives an in-depth history of Bronte Harbour, accompanied with relevant historical photographs. It's currently under revision by the author and a revised edition is expected late 2007. 40 pages	Members: $2 Non-members: $4
	The Story of Oakville Harbour by Philip Brimacombe This booklet gives a comprehensive history of Oakville Harbour and is well appointed with several (14) black & white historical photographs.An unbelievable bargain at the price! 43 pages.	Members: $2 Non-members: $4
	Ghosts of Oakville by Joyce Burnell Tales of ghosts and their activities in Oakville.. 36 pages.	Members & Non-Members: $10
	Boo Too - Ghosts of Oakville by Joyce Burnell More tales of ghosts and their activities in Oakville. 57 pages	Members & Non-Members: $10
	John and George Chisholm of the Parish of Croy, Inverness-shire, and their Descendants by Hazel Chisholm Mathews. The story of the brothers John and George Chisholm of Croy, Scotland, and some of their descendants in Canada. Includes a genealogy. 115 pages.	Members & Non-Members: Print copy: $15 CD copy: $10
	Oakville Street Names & Landmarks by David Ashe & Joyce Burnell. This collection is based on the life's work of David Ashe, who while employed as a draftsperson with the Town of Oakville compiled a listing of legal survey plans and registry information on the streets of Oakville. Being a researcher at heart, he went further and spent countless hours of his spare time gathering the history behind Oakville's streets. Joyce Burnell, known for her Ghost books and for spearheading a campaign to save the Woodlands White Oak, has picked a selection of Ashe's street histories and added several Oakville landmarks - some of which are no longer here. Add to this, interesting archival images - some never before seen - combined with newer colour photographs and you have an intriguing reflection of Oakville's unique history. With close to 100 street name histories and over 40 landmarks featured, these interesting vignettes make for an easy, enjoyable read. 168 pages.	Members: $32 Non-members: $40
	Ever Faithful A History of St John's United Church 1832 - 2007 by Joyce A. Stephenson "This is an excellent historical summary written in a highly readable style and well illustrated with relevant pictures throughout the manuscript. ..." 305 pages.	Members: $25 Non-members: $25
	These attractive, fascinating and historically accurate shipwreck charts of Lake Ontario and Lake Huron are now available from the Society. A double ink printing technique is used to create the dark navy blue on cream paper. The result is a stunning, rich effect. For anyone interested in shipwrecks, these maps offer the very best information regarding when, where and what. “Portholes of History” give you insight, facts and figures. 24" x 30", rolled in a tube. Click the image for a closer look at the map detail.	Members & Non-Members: $20
	Sketches of Oakville by Don Sutherland. Beautiful sketches of Oakville on 5½" x 4¼" cards (inside blank). All rights bequeathed to the Society by the artist. (Click thumbnails for larger images.)	Members & Non-Members: $1/card