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MA & Undergrad Minor #PublicHistory @huronatwestern @westernu @kingsatwestern. Affiliated with @westernumedarti IG: westernupublichistory TikTok: westernupubhist #LdnOnt www.history.uwo.ca/public_history/i…

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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Check out this article about our project to incorporate #publichistory into #LdnOnt housing: Does local history matter when it comes to housing people? Indwell thinks it does. Read full article: indwell.ca/2026/09/29/s...
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Signs Honour History in Village SoHo – Indwell
Ten historical signs at London’s Village SoHo honour the former Victoria Hospital site and the neighbourhood’s rich history. Developed by Indwell, the City of L
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
5 years in the making! Village SoHo launched today! Come see our 11 historical signs about old Victoria Hospital and the people of the neighbourhood on Hill and South streets between Waterloo and Colborne. And our website is now live! village-soho-westernu.hub.arcgis.com #LndOnt #publichistory
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
While the signs are blank for now, come Saturday these will be brimming with SoHo history... From @rtvlondon Full story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTD6... #publichistory #LdnOnt #DoorsOpenLondon
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Public History Signs Coming to Village SoHo | Rogers tv
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
The countdown is on! Come see what we have been working on since 2021! As part of #DoorsOpen #LdnOnt, we are unveiling our Village SoHo historical exhibit this Saturday, September 19, 10am! #publichistory #exhibit
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Another set of #ForestCityFacts for #London200! See more about how #LdnOnt is celebrating its #bicenntennial here: getinvolved.london.ca/london200
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
DYK that @seanirvinectv @ctvnews have a special series for #LndOnt's #bicentennial? Check out this episode on the #publichistory of Labatt Memorial Park, featuring our own Mike Dove and Amber Lloydlangston! www.ctvnews.ca/london/video... #baseball
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Labatt Park | London 200
CTV London’s Sean Irvine shares the history of Labatt Park in this installment of our ‘London 200’ series.
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Join us at our exhibit launch of the Village #SoHo #LdnOnt project during #DoorsOpen! Life-sized signs tell the stories of the people & places that shaped the SoHo neighbourhood. Unveiling ceremony at 10am or come throughout the day to see history where it originally happened. #publichistory
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Another set of #ForestCityFacts dropped! Check out these interesting spotlights on #LndOnt history in commemoration of the city's #bicentennial. More info: getinvolved.london.ca/london200 #publichistory
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
This 2026 conference focuses on sustainable practices in collection management and preventive conservation in the face of the climate crisis, while highlighting the integration of Indigenous, local, and community knowledge. More info: sustainablecurating.ca/cultivating-... #LdnOnt #WesternU
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Department of History - Western University @westernuhistory.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
For more information on our Public History minor and MA, visit - history.uwo.ca/public-histo... @westernupubhist.bsky.social #westernu 💜
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Shout-out to @stratford_walking_tours created by one of our #publichistory colleagues, and covered recently by @ctvlondon! www.ctvnews.ca/london/artic...
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‘There was a bit of a gap’: Stratford Walking Tours embark on third summer of educating tourists
Lauri Leduc is offering visitors to Stratford something different this summer.
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Department of History - Western University @westernuhistory.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Our MA Public History students have completed internships across the globe! For more information, visit history.uwo.ca/public-histo... @westernupubhist.bsky.social
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Congrats to all our 2025-26 MA #PublicHistory students now hard at work at their internships!
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
Another #LdnOnt #Bicentennial event! All welcome to the launch of London Street Names, London Central Library, Saturday, June 13, 2-4pm. #publichistory #heritage
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Another way to celebrate #LdnOnt's #bicentennial! Michael McClelland, founding Principal of @eraarch, has a message to consider as we navigate urban growth: "thoughtful, values-based conservation can strengthen cultural identity and shape more meaningful and resilient communities." #builtheritage
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
CTV featured our #ForestCityFacts project tonight! #LdnOnt #bicentennial #publichistory www.ctvnews.ca/london/artic...
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Historical groups come together to celebrate London 200 with unique Forest City tales
The City of London and local historians have partnered to mark the Forest City’s bicentennial. Lawn signs and a website tell the stories in few words.
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Our #PublicHistory MA project #ForestCityFacts is officially launched! Partnered with the London & Middlesex Historical Society & the City of London, it is part of #LdnOnt's #bicentennial celebrations. 200 'facts' will be released over the entire year. Check back here regularly! shorturl.at/y3NHm
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Curious about London's history? Try a walk in Gibbons Park | CBC News
Forest City Facts is one of many initiatives designed to celebrate London's 200th birthday.
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Official launch of #ForestCityFacts tomorrow! This is a partnership between the London & Middlesex Historical Society, the City of London, Public History & other heritage organizations in #LdnOnt. Gibbons Park, 10am, Wed, May 13th! #publichistory #heritage Want more? www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
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Department of History - Western University @westernuhistory.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
The Betty Bartlett Public History Internship is just one of many merit and needs based awards in the History Department. #westernu @westernupubhist.bsky.social history.uwo.ca/undergraduat...
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Department of History - Western University @westernuhistory.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Thank you to all our community partners in and around London, Ontario! #westernu @westernupubhist.bsky.social
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Community Action Day this Friday to protest de-designation of Beth Emanuel church in #LdnOnt!
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
More reasons to save Beth Emanuel church from de-designation & potential demolition! Community Action Day, May 8, 1-7pm, Beth Emanuel, 430 Grey St shorturl.at/2TDN5 Petition: shorturl.at/t1o4E Write a letter: email to cityclerk@london.ca before May 11th. #LdnOnt
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
We were at the #Warof1812 #reenactment today at Longwoods Conservation Area! Tomorrow 10am-4pm! #publichistory #LdnOnt lowerthames-conservation.on.ca/event/battle... Photos by C. Recker
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
One of Canada's oldest Black churches could lose its heritage protection Read full story: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... May 9, 2026 is the last day to file an objection with the City of London. Write a letter of support for preservation of this historic #LdnOnt building! #PublicHistory
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One of Canada's oldest Black churches could lose its heritage protection | CBC News
One of the Canada's oldest Black churches faces an uncertain future with the owner applying to repeal the 150-year-old building's s heritage designation.
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Western #PublicHistory MA students, local historians bring London’s stories to life through #ForestCity Facts: Sharing 200 stories for #LdnOnt’s 200th anniversary news.westernu.ca/2026/04/west...
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Western students, local historians bring London’s stories to life through Forest City Facts
Through Forest City Facts, Western’s MA public history field is helping to uncover stories that have shaped - and continue to shape – the city.
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Join us for a sneak peek into the Village SoHo #publichistory project at Eldon House, May 2, 2pm! #LdnOnt eldonhouse.ca/product/the-...
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
SAVE the DATE! Sunday, June 7th - 12:00pm - 5:00pm @aco_london is proud to announce the 50th Annual Geranium Heritage House Tour! Starting point is St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 280 St. James Street #LdnOnt #publichistory
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Western Libraries @westernulibs.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
First editions. Forgeries. Comics. Maps. Tomorrow's Rare Books Open House at Western Libraries has something for everyone — and everything is on public display for the first time. Drop in, no registration required. www.uwo.ca/events/2026/... #WesternU
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Care about #builtheritage? The Architectural Conservancy of Ontario #LdnOnt is seeking applications for 3 board member positions, elected by members at the Annual General Meeting. Terms last 2 years and board members can serve for up to 3 consecutive terms. pillarnonprofit.ca/.../architec....
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Upcoming talk! Community Archaeology in Practice and Theory: Lessons from Detroit #LdnOnt #publichistory #publicarchaeology
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Tomorrow 10am! Paige Murray will present her research on “Genealogy at the London Psychiatric Hospital” londonmiddlesex.ogs.on.ca/events/londo...
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Check out our own Beth Zentner today at 3:15, who will present "From Tanks to Tulips: The Commemoration of Dutch-Canadian Relations Since the Second World War." Lawson Hall 2270C #LdnOnt #publichistory
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Western Libraries @westernulibs.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Alberta liberated. The Arctic annexed. "Anne of Green Gables" rewritten and set in New England. "Pax Americana," a speculative art series imagining the U.S. annexation of Canada, opens today at #WesternU's Weldon Library. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/28/w... (paywalled)
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America Has Occupied Canada, in the Creative Mind of a Toronto Artist
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Western Libraries @westernulibs.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Our March newsletter is out! 📬 Catch up on our Archives and Special Collections Open House, Day of Digital Humanities, new exhibits, and more. Read the issue: bit.ly/WL-News-March Subscribe to future issues: bit.ly/WL-subscribe
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Western Libraries @westernulibs.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
From AI agents to hand-bound zines: digital humanities contains multitudes. Join us March 18 for #DayofDH at Western. Workshops, a panel discussion & hands-on exploration of DH. All levels welcome. Free to attend. 📍 Scholars Lab, Weldon vist.ly/4tz67 #DHatWestern #WesternU
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Western Libraries @westernulibs.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
📅 Join us for Day of DH! March 18, 8:45am-4pm in the Scholar's Lab. Explore digital humanities through hands-on workshops, lightning talks & a panel discussion. No prior experience needed! Register: vist.ly/4sra8
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Check out this recent news item from the Western Gazette on our London 200 Forest City Facts project with Culture Services and the London & Middlesex Historical Society. Amber Lloydlangston, one of our museology course instructors, also makes an appearance! westerngazette.ca/culture/from...
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From the Forks to the Future: London turns 200
As the community celebrates London’s 200th anniversary, Mayor Josh Morgan and other community leaders reflect on its legacy and how students can get involved.
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Check out the research of one of our #publichistory alumni through Inspiring Minds! grad.uwo.ca/academics/in...
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Another great workshop from @ncph.bsky.social! #publichistory #consulting
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Did you know that the public can upload videos to wiki.icelist.is/index.php/IC...? Just saying. #minneapolis
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Thanks to @brent_lale CTV #ldnont for showcasing our upcoming documentary film on O-Pee-Chee. Mike Dove and #publichistory students have researched and interviewed Londoners about their memories of the gum, candy and card company. Story at 6pm or via the CTV London webpage. tinyurl.com/25bf455s
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‘Packaging Fun’: London professor hoping to take documentary on O Pee Chee Factory to film festivals in 2026
Growing up in Newfoundland in the 1970s and 1980s, Michael Dove’s connection to the wider world came through O Pee Chee (OPC) cards.
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Department of History - Western University @westernuhistory.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
In the news! The O-Pee-Chee documentary film project that graduates from the past two years worked on is nearing release. MA Public History graduates, Neisa Long and Sadie Lyn Bieman are among those featured in this story! www.ctvnews.ca/london/artic...
Photograph of MA Public History graduates, Sadie-Lyn Bieman and Neisa Long holding trading cards.
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C.M. Lewis 🦬⚔️ @thehousered.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
every single successful general strike in US history has had union backing through the local AFL-CIO this is the first time it’s been called for since the 1940s
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Celebrate #LdnOnt's bicentennial in 2026 by learning about earlier anniversaries including a "first" bicentennial in 1993! shorturl.at/t2wPs Originally presented by #Wordsfest, #LondonPublicLibrary and the London & Middlesex Historical Society. @westernulibsarc @museumlondon @londonheritagecouncil
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Mike Baker: “London’s 200th Anniversary (Again)"
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
The Medical Artifact Collection is pleased to present a new exhibit curated by @westernupublichistory students Erin Case, Kim DelMedico, and Audrey McKenzie! Stop by Lawson Hall to get your dose of "Rx: Take Twice Daily"! #LdnOnt #medhist #medicalhistory #westernu #publichistory #pharmacyhistory
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Sherrilyn Ifill @sifill.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
Members of Congress: stop posting online and APPEAR, PHYSICALLY on the steps of the Capitol to decry this unconstitutional violation of domestic & international law. SHOW THE PEOPLE the level of danger we are facing as a country. @housedemocrats.bsky.social @senatedemocrats.bsky.social
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
40 years ago #publichistory @westernu.ca began under Prof George Metcalf who trained future public historians through #experientiallearning. Help fund his legacy another 40 years! tinyurl.com/497wj7wd #ldnont #heritage #museum Pic: Students & faculty, Christian Island, #oralhistory project, 1998
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Watch 60 Minutes' pulled piece on CECOT now on @archive.org archive.org/details/60-m...? #InsideCECOT
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60 Minutes Inside CECOT : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive
Full video of the 60 Minutes Inside CECOT episode that CBS pulled.
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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
I just uploaded @jasonparis.bsky.social 's recording of the segment CBS News pulled from "60 Minutes" to YouTube:
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WATCH: Segment CBS News Pulled From "60 Minutes"
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Public History, Western University @westernupubhist.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Tomorrow heritage advocates speak to #HaltonRegion Council about its closed-door decision to shutter #Heritage Services & deaccession/auction 35,000 artifacts, documents & photos. If you haven't, please sign & comment on the public petition, and ask others to do so. #publichistory lnkd.in/guZjmJyS
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