MUNICIPALITY OF SOUTH DUNDAS
34 Ottawa Street, P.O. Box 740
Morrisburg, ON K0C 1X0
613.543.2673 l southdundas.com
Media Release
Past & Present Intertwine at SDMC
Pieces from the War of 1812 are now featured at
the Morrisburg Visitor Information Centre located
on the main floor of the South Dundas Municipal
Centre. The display was created with the
assistance of local history enthusiast and Carman
House Museum Chair Murray Richer.
The War of 1812 is a significant part of local
history. The Battle of Crysler’s Farm was fought
east of Morrisburg and ended the American
campaign east, ensuring British control of the
vital St. Lawrence River waterway. The War of
1812 ended in 1815, with 2015 marking the 200th anniversary of the end of
the battle.
Some of the featured pieces include:
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A Cannon Ball: Found at Iroquois Point during the construction of the
Seaway Locks
End of a Polearm: Found on Toussaint Island
A Medical Kit
The addition of this display case compliments an initiative already underway
to display local art on the walls of the lobbies in the South Dundas Municipal
Centre. Currently, works showcase everything from abstract art to local
scenes such as ships passing through the former Canal system. Full
biographies of the 6 artists currently on display are attached.
“Our community has a strong connection to its local history” said Mayor
Evonne Delegarde. “We are fortunate to display pieces that connect to our
past, and showcase the work of current local artists at the South Dundas
Municipal Centre.”
The Municipality is currently accepting submissions from artists wishing to
participate in the June to December 2015 cycle of the South Dundas
Municipal Centre Art Hanging Program.