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There's no place like OAM A day at the Ontario Agricultural Museum On one of those lazy sum- mer days when you are loung- ing around with nothing to do, why not consider a trip into Mil- ton to the Ontario Agricultural Museum. The OAM is a refreshing change of pace from life in the city, with 32 hectares of well reserved farmsteads, period omes, livestock, agricultural equipment and practices. ere else can you get in touch with the agricultural roots of Ontario by witnessing lifestyl Rrackicss true to the 1800's. The staff are all friend- ly and knowledgeable about ag- riculture through the years. Feel free to ask them questions or directions around the expan- sive exhibit. The site is open from April to November, and educational tours involving some hands-on experience for elementary and secondary school students are available by advance booking. The Museum is celebrating its' tenth birthday this year. It is a project of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, who have supported the collection and restoration of over 30 build- ings and displays. A large portion of the col- lection was obtained from the private holdings of Charles Matthews of Langstaff, Onta- rio. This formed the nucleus about which the Museum was developed and it continues tobe added toeach season. Dave Goode has to work hard to earn his keep at this 18th century Blacksmith Shop. e traditional materials and tools to construct Dave and other apprentices actually use th including chains - link by link. many of the traditional items around the site, The site is divided into three different facets: a series of farmsteads recalling con- struction of the 1830's and 1860's in Ontario; the Cross- roads community featuring ser- vices tied into agricultural life; display buildings which house one of the largest collections of vintage farmequipment. While the displays are in- teresting on their own, throughout'the site are histori- cal interpreters who act out and explain the lifestyles of the time. There is an active Black- smith and Wheelwright, a spin- _ ner and weaver, and a handful of people who live the farm life of last century either as house- wives, school teachers or farm- ers. ~-- The Museum tries to keep history alive through the fasci- nating demonstrations by the interpretive staff and the many special events, rekindling the spirit of bygone years. Some of the special events include; a horshoeing competi- tion in May, an antique car show in June, the very popular steamed corn festival on Au- gust 20, a harvest festival and armer's market September 10 'and a christmas craft fair Sep- tember 23-24. While you are there, re- member to try the homemade meals and especially the pie at the Cradle and Flail restau- rant. For a family rate of $7.50, there are few other ways to we Fi zy Beth Mulkins enjoys portraying an 1830's mother, carding wool, spinning and weav- PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, August 9.1869 -- )} ¥ 3t ? é pa >» * ing. She Is very knowledgeable about the processes and very skillful at what she does. Why not drop In to watch her work, take pictures or ask her questions at the Ontario Agri- cultural Museum. spend an educational and re- laxing day out of town. Drive on down to the OAM at Milton, just off the 401, or call 416-878-8151 for more in- formation. ZF -- SUMMER SALE -- Up to 50% OFF 180 MARY ST., PORT PERRY 985-9948 FOR LARGER SIZES 4-H Plow Club Coaching Day The Durham West Plowing Club Coaching Day will be held at Teledale Farms, Sunderland on Thursday August 17 at 10:00 a.m. This years club of 13 members in- cludes 5 .beginneérs. This event will prepare the members for their Achievement Day and the Junior Plowing Match to be held at the Wilcox Farm, Greenbank on Wed. August 30. ' ; 986 thelr summer working at the Ontario Agricultural Museum. As part of an employee project to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the exhibit, the students have been working on this lovely quilt in Ministry Green and White. Arts-Fest '89 in Oshawa Parkwood, home of the late Col- onel R.S. McLaughlin, will pre- sent Arts-Fest '89, an outdoor show and sale of works from ar- tists in the Durham Region. The show will take place on Parkwood's beautiful South Lawn on Sunday, August 20, 1989 bet- ween the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Admission to the show is free. Performances throughout the day by the highly acclaimed vocal ensemble VOICE DECO will highlight the show. House tours are also available with adults at $5.00, seniors and children at $3.00. For more information please call Parkwood at 579-1311. Christine Hinchley and Kim Blizzard are really enjoying