Volunteers don't necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.

The Port Burwell Historical Society is looking for people who want to retain the cultural and historically significance of Port Burwell, honour our ties to the Great Lakes shipping and learn from our history to prepare for our future.

The Society meets once a month between September and June, on the second Wednesday of the month. There are no fees/dues to become a member.

Our beloved Port Burwell Lighthouse is in danger of collapsing in on itself. The Municipality refuses to allocate any municipal funding for its preservation and conservation. We need a strong and united community fundraising program to drive the restoration of this historic structure. The Port Burwell Historical Society volunteers are leading the charge to save our Lighthouse. Please join the fight to rescue this icon of Bayham  from demolition by neglect. 

Once again the Port Burwell Historical Society will be organizing and presenting  the Village's Canada Day Festivities on July 1st, 2024. We need volunteers to help set up venues, organize the Parade, hand out give aways and help with the distribution of refreshments. Please come out on July 1st and help make a difference.

The Steinbrenner Lifeboat needs to be refurbished prior to becoming the focal point for a new indoor exhibit. Volunteers can assist with activities such as cleaning and preparation efforts, sanding, minor repairs, painting and moving the lifeboat into the Museum. Please consider donating your time and experience to the restoration of this important artifact. Become a Port Burwell Historical Society Volunteer,

The Port Burwell Historical Society volunteers are resurrecting the restoration project to convert the current wheelhouse shell into an integral part of the Museum. 

We are in need of some skilled craftsmen in the electrical, HVAC, insultation and carpentry fields to assist us in our restoration. As well, we need a general labour force to help clean, paint, etc.

If you or your company can lend us a hand please let us know.

Your financial support helps us continue our work and achieve our goals. Your charitable donation will help us fund essential programmes and services in our community.