Sat, Apr 25
|Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Branch
Layers of Amherstburg: Unearthing Our Past and Preserving Our Legacy
Explore Amherstburg’s past through archaeology and community history. This Jane’s Talk features a look at artifacts from a local archaeological collection alongside the story of the Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Branch 157 and its long legacy of service, remembrance, and community involvement.
Time & Location
Apr 25, 2026, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Branch, 281 Dalhousie St, Amherstburg, ON N9V 1X1, Canada
About the event
Layers of Amherstburg: Unearthing Our Past and Preserving Our Legacy
Saturday, April 25 from 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Hosts: Shawn Wilkie and Selena Cooper (Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 157)
This Jane’s Talk presentation explores the rich history of Amherstburg through two unique perspectives. The first presentation will highlight archaeological discoveries from a local collection, revealing artifacts that help tell the story of the people who lived and worked in this region long before us.
The second presentation will trace the history of the Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Branch 157, from the early days of veterans’ organizations following the First World War to the establishment of the Legion in Amherstburg and its continuing role in supporting veterans and the community today.
Together, these presentations offer a fascinating look at the layers of Amherstburg’s past—both the artifacts uncovered beneath our feet and the living legacy of service, remembrance, and community carried forward by the Legion.
About the host:
As a proud member of the Royal Canadian Legion, our mission is to serve Veterans, including military and RCMP members, along with their families; to promote Remembrance; and to contribute to our communities and country. At Branch 157, contributing to our community means assisting local Veterans, supporting seniors, providing sports and entertainment programs, fundraising to aid those in need, and offering a welcoming space for events, gatherings, and celebrations.
Type of Event:
Jane's Talk- Seated presentation (no dogs, please)
Event location:
Inside the Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Branch 157, 281 Dalhousie St, Amherstburg, ON
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Audience:
Adult-focused content
Accessibility notes:
Wheelchair friendly: step-free entrance, no stairs required, clear interior pathways
Seating opportunities available during the tour
Is there a bathroom in the space?
Yes, wheelchair-accessible bathroom available in the space (step-free entry, wide doorway, and enough space for mobility devices)
Where can attendees park?
Free parking lot at the starting/ending location
Free street parking around the starting/ending location
Free parking lot within 1-2 blocks