Nov 18: History of Talbot Settlement & Backus-Page House Museum

Presented by Penni Stoddart Step back in time to the rugged beginnings of the Talbot Settlement. This engaging presentation explores the 1850s transition from wilderness to empire, centered on the historic Backus-Page House Museum. Discover the daily lives of Tyrconnell’s pioneers—from the ambitious building of the Georgian brick homestead to the bustling Talbot Settlement community on Lake Erie’s cliffs. Learn how the Backus family and Colonel Talbot shaped the landscape of southwestern Ontario. Penni Stoddart brings a background in childhood education and over 30 years of teaching and community engagement experience to her presentations. A seasoned historical reenactor and master potter, she blends archival insight with hands-on storytelling to bring the region’s heritage to life. Format: PowerPoint presentation Length: Up to 40 minutes Contact: backuspagehouse.ca | museum@backuspagehouse.ca