Breadcrumb Home Flashback February Back Flashback February Venture Into The Past Explore the rich tapestry of Prince Edward County's history during the 8th annual Flashback February 2025. This month-long celebration brings history to life with hands-on learning, live demonstrations, and engaging stories that intertwine Prince Edward County's past, present, and future.Explore various workshops, talks, performances, open houses, trivia, and more at locations across The County. Flashback February isn't just a celebration of our past; it's a forward-looking exploration of our future. Don't miss out on this month-long journey through time! Feb 1st: "The Tomorrow Country" - An Author Talk with Gail Hamilton Gail Hamilton will discuss her book, "The Tomorrow Country," which follows an orphaned child from 1837 England to Canada, highlighting the experiences of Canada's Home Children. Learn More Every Tuesday in February: County Trivia at The Waring House County-Themed Trivia Night - no need to be a County expert Learn More Feb 4th: Getting Started with Genealogy (Part 1 of the Past to Present: Tracing Your Family Roots Series) Kickstart your genealogy journey with expert guidance at the Marilyn Adams Genealogical Research Centre! Learn More Feb 8th: Adventures in County Marine History at Macaulay Heritage Park Dive into Prince Edward County's marine history with talks from authors and historians about lighthouses, the Murray Canal, and the South Shore fishery. Learn More Feb 8th: 18th Century Astronomy with the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada Early astronomical discoveries and the individuals behind them. Learn More Feb 9th: Natural Yarn Dyeing on the Hearth at Macaulay House Learn historical yarn-dyeing techniques in this hands-on workshop at Macaulay House. Create your own skein of organic merino wool using natural plant-based dyes, all while enjoying the cozy hearth. Materials provided—no prior experience needed! Learn More Feb 11th: Bring Your Brick Wall (Part 2 of the Past to Present: Tracing Your Family Roots Series) Learn historical yarn-dyeing techniques in this hands-on workshop at Macaulay House. Create your own skein of organic merino wool using natural plant-based dyes, all while enjoying the cozy hearth. Materials provided—no prior experience needed! Learn More Feb 15th: Textile Takeover Experience two floors filled with contemporary artists showcasing their unique interpretations of traditional textile techniques. Learn More Feb 15th-Feb 17th: Escape Camp Picton: Flashback February Special Experience history like never before with three thrilling indoor escape rooms set on a historic WWII Air Force Training Base Learn More Feb 16th: Winter Carnival at The Waring House Enjoy a scenic, horse-drawn wagon ride through the forest (weather permitting), sip on hot chocolate or mulled cider, and have fun playing games with prizes to be won! Learn More Feb 17: Making Memories at Macaulay Come get cozy and put together a pamphlet-sized family photo album using book-binding techniques. Learn More Feb 18th: Preserving & Sharing Your Stories (Part 3 of the Past to Present: Tracing Your Family Roots Series) Work with volunteers from the Marilyn Adams Genealogical Research Centre and access national and local resources, with select materials available for purchase. Learn More Feb 19th: A Grim History of the Death Penalty in Canada (Virtual) Discover Canada’s dark history of capital punishment with author Lorna Poplak in this $10 virtual talk. A Teams link will be sent 24 hours before the session. Learn More Feb 22nd: Reflections on Lives and Times in PEC Dive into the rich history of this beautiful region through stories, and shared experiences. Learn More Feb 22nd: West PEC History Fair Explore fascinating displays, chat with local groups like The Library, Consecon Masonic Lodge 50, and Historic Consecon, and enjoy a warm beverage while learning about the area's rich history. Learn More Feb 22nd: County Jam at The Waring House About 20 musicians will perform their favourite tracks, offering a variety of tunes to enjoy. Learn More Feb 22nd: A Talk with Brian Beaver Join author and historian Brian Beaver for an insightful talk on the history of the Michi Saagiig (Mississauga) people in the Bay of Quinte area, their 1837 move to Alnwick Township, and the treaties that shaped their traditional territory. Learn More Feb 23rd: Rug Hooking in the Parlour Discover the art of traditional rug hooking in the cozy Parlour at Macaulay House! Learn to create an owl-inspired design on linen, guided by artist Bear Epp, co-curator of "Gather in the County" and a seasoned textile creator. Learn More Feb 23rd: Lancaster Bomber KB 882 Guided Tours Explore the captivating history of one of only 17 remaining WWII Lancaster Bombers! Join Museum Curator Madeline Smolarz for a guided tour through its 81-year story in the historic Base31 Hangar 1. Learn More Feb 25th: Genealogy Beyond the Tree (Part 4 of the Past to Present: Tracing Your Family Roots Series) Genealogy is more than just tracing names and dates—it's about uncovering the lives your ancestors lived in their communities. Learn More Feb 26th: Readings from the Gazette - at The Royal Enjoy a lively dinner and variety show at The Royal, featuring readings from historic issues of the Picton Gazette by local County notables! Learn More March 1st: Cemeteries and Statesmen Don't miss this captivating double feature on March 1st, with Sandra Latchford discussing the future of cemeteries and Thomas Harrison launching his book Searching for Richard Nixon. Learn More Visiting? Why not stay overnight? Find your perfect accommodation Signature Sponsor Founding Partners Special Thanks to Our 2025 Partners
Feb 1st: "The Tomorrow Country" - An Author Talk with Gail Hamilton Gail Hamilton will discuss her book, "The Tomorrow Country," which follows an orphaned child from 1837 England to Canada, highlighting the experiences of Canada's Home Children. Learn More
Every Tuesday in February: County Trivia at The Waring House County-Themed Trivia Night - no need to be a County expert Learn More
Feb 4th: Getting Started with Genealogy (Part 1 of the Past to Present: Tracing Your Family Roots Series) Kickstart your genealogy journey with expert guidance at the Marilyn Adams Genealogical Research Centre! Learn More
Feb 8th: Adventures in County Marine History at Macaulay Heritage Park Dive into Prince Edward County's marine history with talks from authors and historians about lighthouses, the Murray Canal, and the South Shore fishery. Learn More
Feb 8th: 18th Century Astronomy with the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada Early astronomical discoveries and the individuals behind them. Learn More
Feb 9th: Natural Yarn Dyeing on the Hearth at Macaulay House Learn historical yarn-dyeing techniques in this hands-on workshop at Macaulay House. Create your own skein of organic merino wool using natural plant-based dyes, all while enjoying the cozy hearth. Materials provided—no prior experience needed! Learn More
Feb 11th: Bring Your Brick Wall (Part 2 of the Past to Present: Tracing Your Family Roots Series) Learn historical yarn-dyeing techniques in this hands-on workshop at Macaulay House. Create your own skein of organic merino wool using natural plant-based dyes, all while enjoying the cozy hearth. Materials provided—no prior experience needed! Learn More
Feb 15th: Textile Takeover Experience two floors filled with contemporary artists showcasing their unique interpretations of traditional textile techniques. Learn More
Feb 15th-Feb 17th: Escape Camp Picton: Flashback February Special Experience history like never before with three thrilling indoor escape rooms set on a historic WWII Air Force Training Base Learn More
Feb 16th: Winter Carnival at The Waring House Enjoy a scenic, horse-drawn wagon ride through the forest (weather permitting), sip on hot chocolate or mulled cider, and have fun playing games with prizes to be won! Learn More
Feb 17: Making Memories at Macaulay Come get cozy and put together a pamphlet-sized family photo album using book-binding techniques. Learn More
Feb 18th: Preserving & Sharing Your Stories (Part 3 of the Past to Present: Tracing Your Family Roots Series) Work with volunteers from the Marilyn Adams Genealogical Research Centre and access national and local resources, with select materials available for purchase. Learn More
Feb 19th: A Grim History of the Death Penalty in Canada (Virtual) Discover Canada’s dark history of capital punishment with author Lorna Poplak in this $10 virtual talk. A Teams link will be sent 24 hours before the session. Learn More
Feb 22nd: Reflections on Lives and Times in PEC Dive into the rich history of this beautiful region through stories, and shared experiences. Learn More
Feb 22nd: West PEC History Fair Explore fascinating displays, chat with local groups like The Library, Consecon Masonic Lodge 50, and Historic Consecon, and enjoy a warm beverage while learning about the area's rich history. Learn More
Feb 22nd: County Jam at The Waring House About 20 musicians will perform their favourite tracks, offering a variety of tunes to enjoy. Learn More
Feb 22nd: A Talk with Brian Beaver Join author and historian Brian Beaver for an insightful talk on the history of the Michi Saagiig (Mississauga) people in the Bay of Quinte area, their 1837 move to Alnwick Township, and the treaties that shaped their traditional territory. Learn More
Feb 23rd: Rug Hooking in the Parlour Discover the art of traditional rug hooking in the cozy Parlour at Macaulay House! Learn to create an owl-inspired design on linen, guided by artist Bear Epp, co-curator of "Gather in the County" and a seasoned textile creator. Learn More
Feb 23rd: Lancaster Bomber KB 882 Guided Tours Explore the captivating history of one of only 17 remaining WWII Lancaster Bombers! Join Museum Curator Madeline Smolarz for a guided tour through its 81-year story in the historic Base31 Hangar 1. Learn More
Feb 25th: Genealogy Beyond the Tree (Part 4 of the Past to Present: Tracing Your Family Roots Series) Genealogy is more than just tracing names and dates—it's about uncovering the lives your ancestors lived in their communities. Learn More
Feb 26th: Readings from the Gazette - at The Royal Enjoy a lively dinner and variety show at The Royal, featuring readings from historic issues of the Picton Gazette by local County notables! Learn More
March 1st: Cemeteries and Statesmen Don't miss this captivating double feature on March 1st, with Sandra Latchford discussing the future of cemeteries and Thomas Harrison launching his book Searching for Richard Nixon. Learn More