update:
February 11, 2005
Program Overview:
The third Monday in February is Heritage Day. Canadians are encouraged to
reflect on the achievements of past generations and to celebrate Canada’s
unique heritage and history.
The City of Ottawa, in collaboration with the Council of Heritage
Organizations in Ottawa (CHOO), celebrates Heritage Day to highlight Ottawa’s
unique history and heritage. Residents are invited to participate in one or
more of the many heritage programs, events and projects that are being
organized by local community museums, archives, historical societies and
heritage groups.
2005 is Ottawa’s 150th anniversary and to celebrate, the Heritage Day
program is expanded. Mayor Bob Chiarelli will deliver the Official Heritage Day
Proclamation and announce details on the following upcoming 150th anniversary
events:
· Tulip Art Festival
· Tree Planting Program
· Community Legacy Program
· Time Capsule Program
Vintage Stock Theatre will perform dramatic
vignettes depicting historical events of interest with slides depicting the
actual events as a backdrop during their performance. Historical costumed
characters will circulate in the space and tabletop displays by local
historical societies will be set up in Jean Piggott Hall.
Schedule: The Heritage Day program runs from 12:00 – 12:35 p.m. followed by a reception with refreshments.
Location: The Heritage Day program will be presented in Andrew Haydon Hall. The reception will take place in Jean Piggott Hall.