About the Heritage Fair

The Thames Valley Regional Heritage Fair Program begins as a hands-on, independent research project. Students take on the roles of historian, interpreter, storyteller and myth-maker. They learn and teach others about Canadian heroes and legends, milestones in their communities, or family achievements.

Since its beginning in 2003, the Thames Valley Regional Heritage Fair Program has grown to include hundreds of students at numerous schools from across south western Ontario. Students first display their projects at school-based fairs and then a number are chosen to participate in the Regional Fair held each year at the Fanshawe Pioneer Village.

The Regional Heritage Fair is a vibrant community celebration where local museums, historical associations, businesses and multicultural groups come together to offer displays, demonstrations, food, and entertainment. Heritage-related activities like educational workshops, cultural performances, and guest speakers, enhance the students' experiences during the Fair and sustain their interest in history after the event is over.

Participants in the Thames Valley Regional Heritage Fair Program include:

Help us to give the opportunity to more and more students to participate in a Heritage Fair. Organize and hold a first Fair in your school and then participate in the Regional Heritage Fair held at Fanshawe Pioneer Village in April or May. Some students participating in the Regional Heritage Fair will be selected to go on to the Provincial Heritage Fair.