Wednesday, January 27, 2027

Presented by the Glencoe & District Historical Society

To Be Confirmed
Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2027
Location: McKellar Hotel, Glencoe, Ontario

Join us for a celebration of Robert Burns Day (Burns Night), honouring the life and poetry of Scotland’s national bard. We’ll mark the occasion with a traditional wee Burns Supper featuring haggis, neeps, and tatties, accompanied by a Scotch tasting.

Featured Presentation

“A Tale of Two Families: The McKellars and the Fergusons”
Presented by Doug Ferguson — 20 minutes

The Bear Creek McKellars and the Ardare McKellars married into the Ferguson clan during the 19th century. Doug Ferguson shares this story of tragedy, scandal, and resilience set in Mosa Township throughout the 1800s.

Doug Ferguson grew up in Brooke Township and practices law in London, Ontario. His interest in genealogy began while dating his late first wife, Anne McColl, when his grandmother revealed the two were fourth cousins. Doug recently received the Law Society of Ontario Medal in recognition of his contribution to the legal profession.