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Architectural Conservancy Ontario Port Hope

Architectural Conservancy of Ontario – Port Hope

Welcome to ACO Port Hope. We aim to inspire passion for the conservation of Port Hope’s architectural, historic, and natural heritage.

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  • About UsDiscover who the ACO is and what we do as part of the community of Port Hope.
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Event: Connect; Health, Wellness & Community

30 Jan 202518 Feb 2025
Date: Wednesday, February 19th, 2025Time: 5:30 - 8:00 pmLocation: 130 Highland DriveAdmission & Parking: FREE ACO Port Hope has been invited to have a booth in the upcoming Connect Community…
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Port Hope Santa Claus Parade 2024

30 Nov 202416 Dec 2024
We are celebrating our 60th anniversary of the ACO Port Hope branch by participating in the Santa Claus parade this year. The theme of the parade is “Miracle on Walton Street”.…
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ACO Pop Up: Sixty Reasons to Celebrate!

17 Nov 202431 Aug 2025
The ACO Port Hope’s 60th Anniversary book, "Sixty Reasons to Celebrate - 1964 - 2024", by Susan Carmichael and Phil Carter, is now ready to purchase. It is an updated…
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The ACO Port Hope Christmas Party 2024

11 Nov 202411 Nov 2025
Jenny and Denzil Wadds will be generously opening their beautiful and spacious home for the ACO Members’ Christmas party. The first owner of 77 Augusta was William Burnham. A subsequent…
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Event: The Settler’s Dream… 40 Years On

19 Oct 20245 Nov 2024
The Settler’s Dream... 40 Years On Sat. Nov. 2 - 2:00pm to 5:00pm St. Andrew’s Church Picton • 31 King St. • Picton, ON Featuring: Tom Cruickshank author of The Settler’s Dream, afternoon presentations on…
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Period Costume Display: A Friends of the PHPL Event

22 Sep 202419 Oct 2024
Saturday October 19th & Sunday October 20th, during library hours View items on loan from Lang & Pickering Pioneer Villages, re-enactment and theatrical productions, private collections of families of prominent…
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Photo Gallery: Summer BBQ 2024

13 Sep 202411 Nov 2024
The ACO Board would like to thank all that came out on a beautiful summer evening, especially those who volunteered to make the event such a success, and to those…
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ACO Port Hope Trip 2025: Domme, France

19 Aug 202427 Jan 2025
After our very successful 2024 trip to Abruzzo, our next destination is in the Dordogne area in southwestern France, specifically in the medieval village of Domme. Because of the popularity…
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Historic Walking Tours 2024: Schedule & Tickets

18 Aug 202430 Sep 2024
Help us celebrate our 60th anniversary on four guided and curated walks through some of the loveliest neighbourhoods of Port Hope. Select Saturdays • 11 am - 12:30 pm $20…
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ACO Members Summer BBQ 2024

10 Jun 202417 Jul 2024
Date: Thursday, July 25th (rain or shine) Time: 5:30pm Address: 200 Bruton Street, Port Hope MEMBERS ONLY: tickets@acoporthope.ca RSVP by June 30th Membership Inquiries: Contact Lydia Bell-Gradon at 905-885-7929 or…
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Photo Gallery: Let’s Colour!

28 May 202417 Nov 2024
Thank you to all who came out to share some stories and colour together at the Port Hope Library. And a special thank you to Lisa O'Leary, the Programming and…
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Town Talks: Municipal Planning Department

2 May 202428 May 2024
Please join us to hear future plans and question the municipal team leading the processes. 1 | Monday, May 6 at 4pmHeritage Permits in Port Hope with Todd Davis, Director…
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ACO Event: Let’s Colour!

24 Apr 202428 May 2024
Date: Thursday May 16 2024Time: 6:30pmLocation: The Port Hope Public Library, Mary J. Benson BranchFee: Free admission, colouring pages and art supplies providedRefreshments: Lemonade and cookies You are cordially invited…
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Live Auction April 20, 2024: 11am Preview, 1pm Start

31 Mar 202425 Apr 2024
April is auction month for the ACO Port Hope! Live Auction Date: April 20, 2024, 11am Preview, 1pm StartLocation: Port Hope Recreation Centre GymnasiumDonations & Tax Receipts: Blaise Gaetz blaisegaetz@gmail.comPayment:…
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Rebellion Box Presentation: A Friends of the PHPL Event

12 Mar 20242 May 2024
Date: Saturday, March 16 1:00pm to 2:00pmLocation: The Port Hope Public Library, Mary J. Benson BranchSpeaker: Darryl & Christine Withrow Come learn about Rebellion boxes in this special PHPL Friends of the Library…
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Antiques & Artifacts Online Auction: April 9-17, 2024

11 Mar 202428 May 2024
Online Auction: maxsold.com Check out the great finds in our online auction. Dates: April 9 - 17, 2024 Pick Up: Saturday, April 20
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ACO Cobourg Branch Coach Tour 2024: Belleville & Deseronto

1 Mar 202422 Mar 2024
Our Coach Tour on Wednesday, April 24 is filling up fast. Don’t be disappointed, reserve your seat today! The Details RSVP: Email Denise at johnson.4d@gmail.com If you book and then…
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Live Auction April 20, 2024: Call For Donations

16 Jan 202428 May 2024
April is auction month for the ACO Port Hope! Live Auction The ACO Port Hope Live Auction team is excited to bring you the first live auction since “before times”.…

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