Wellington County Historical Society Writing Contest
Wellington County Historical Society
2016 Writing Contest
This year’s topic is:
HOW I CAME TO LIVE IN WELLINGTON COUNTY
Did your heritage family “come over on the boat” in the 16, 17, or 1800s? Were they some of the
original pioneers who carved out a life in Wellington County? Was your family part of the Dutch
immigration after the Second World War? Is your background of the Mennonite faith – or any
other religion that makes Wellington County a unique mix of traditions? Did you relocate to
Wellington in modern times when you or a parent changed or transferred with a job or
profession? Tell us your story.
- The competition is open to all ages (specify youth or adult)
- Your story should be 500 to 2000 words in length
- Typed double spaced submissions are preferred but handwritten entries are acceptable
- Include your name, full address, e-mail address & phone number on a separate sheet
- Winners will be announced at the Annual General Meeting on June 6th, 2016, at which time
awards will be presented in both youth and adult categories - All entries become the property of the Wellington County Historical Society & will be
stored at the Wellington County Archives for all to enjoy
For information phone: 519-546-3450
Deadline for receipt of entries: April 15th, 2016
Mail entries to:
2016 Writing Contest
Wellington County Historical Society
Box 5, Fergus, ON N1M2W7
Or e-mail to: [email protected]
