Milton Historical Society & Waldie's Blacksmith Shop

10/02/2026

Join us for Milton Historical Society’s Annual Fundraising Dinner.

Enjoy a lavish meal and learn about The Remarkable Mr. Livingston from local historian, Mr. John McDonald.

📆Tues. October 20th 2026
⏰6:00 PM
📍The Grand Chalet Ristorante 324 Steeles Ave. East, Milton ON
🎟️Tickets $100
🔗 https://miltonhistoricalsociety.ca/?event=fundraising-dinner-2026

09/23/2026

From The Archives; This early photo is looking south over Milton showing the west end of the Mill Pond, Rotary Park and the CPR & CNR train tracks which crossed each other. The track going to the left crosses Martin St. In the
background you will note the Milton Fair Grounds and what subdivisions were present at this time.

09/11/2026

The Red and White store shown here in 1927 was located on the north east corner of James and Main Streets. It was a very popular store for many residents. At once time the Simpson Sears had their order office located
here, over the years a number of different businesses have been here.

09/09/2026

Our Monthly Speaker Series returns September 17th at 7:30 PM 16 James Milton. Join us as our guest speaker, local historian, John Duignan presents ” A History Through Artifacts”. Learn about his remarkable Milton memorabilia collection and artifacts. John will share the fascinating stories behind the items he brings to life. Everyone Welcome!

09/02/2026

Celebrate Halloween with the Milton historical Society through historic Milton.
Step back into the 1800s as ghostly characters guide you on a family-friend tour, sharing Milton‘s fascinating history.
Dates and times:
October 21, 22, 23, 29, 30
6:30PM & 8:00PM (1 Hour tours)
TICKETS:
NON-MEMBERS $25.00
MEMBERS $22.00
Email to book:
[email protected]

08/31/2026

From Our Archives: This is a photo taken in 1912 of the Waldie Blacksmith Shop on James St. James Waldie Jr is shown with his two son's Alf and Jim along with a hired hand.

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

From Our Archives: This photo of a group of happy Milton children was taken at the intersection of Main and Martin Streets, all seem to be really enjoying themselves!

08/14/2026

Blacksmith Beginner classes are starting in September!
Learn historical techniques and projects at The Waldie Blacksmith Shop 16 James St in downtown Milton, just north of Main St. Register today through our website https://miltonhistoricalsociety.ca/blacksmith-courses/ More dates and details can be found there.

07/08/2026

From our Archives: The original Milton Town Hall located at 251 Main St., built in 1865 and known as the Market Building and Town Hall. This structure played a key role in the life of Milton for over 120 years. It served as our municipal hub, our library, our community fire hall, location for community social events and provided emergency notice bell tower ringing.