Saturday, May 9, 2020

Saturday Sighting

Hi everyone!

I hope you are well, just like the buildings at the museum when I checked this week :)

This week's nugget of nature is Siberian Squill found in the lawn all around the museum.

Fun facts about Siberian Squill:

  • This plant is very cold hardy, sometimes blooming through frost and snow. 
  • It is native to Eurasia and Russia. 
  • 3-4 flower stems grow from a single bulb. 
  • It is a member of the lily family. 
  • Bees and other pollinating species of insects are attracted to its floral scent. 
Have a great week everyone.  Stay safe and take care!

Catie Welch


We have had to cancel or postpone events, facility rentals and are unable to open on May 1st resulting in a loss of approximately $15000.00 in planned revenue that is used for utilities, wages, and general operating expenses.  We have cut our expenses as much as possible including reducing staff to one person 7 hours/week, unplugging non-essentials, cancelling the internet and reducing temperatures in the buildings. 
Staff and volunteers raise more than 50% of the revenue needed to operate each year and at this time we have enough funds to operate on a reduced budget until June 30.  We are reaching out to private foundations and applying for government grants, but those funds tend to be project specific and not to be used for general operations.  If you are able to sponsor one of the following categories or make a charitable donation of any amount your support is essential right now.  Can we count on your contribution?
     One Month of Operations $3000         One Week of Operations $750
     One Day of Operations $100               A Donation of Any Amount $_____

All cheques can be made payable to Tyrconnell Heritage Society and mailed to Box 26, 29424 Lakeview Line, Wallacetown, ON, N0L 2M0.  You may also wish to donate online through our efficient and secure account at Canada Helps.  https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/tyrconnell-heritage-society/




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