All About the OTH
Objectives
To retain ownership of the 1902 Town Hall by local citizens (under management of OTHA).
To restore the town hall building and its auditorium/stage for use by the entire community including seniors, youth, theatrical and cultural groups.
To encourage community participation and cultural experiences not offered by other groups.
To retain as much of the historic character of the building while complying with Ontario Building Code standards.
To restore an important part of the area’s history and provide a sense of civic pride.
Project
This restored historic building includes an auditorium with stage, seating for 180, and provides cultural diversity to the community in its capacity as a venue for musical, artistic and theatrical productions, a meeting hall and rental facility.
Organization
Old Town Hall Association (OTHA) is a private, non profit corporation and a registered Canadian charity. [CCRA Reg # 898361928RR0001]
Mission Statement
The mission of the Old Town Hall Association is to enhance the community life and the cultural lives of Waterford and the area people by providing a diverse range of activities and a venue for community events in the restored former Waterford and Townsend Township Town Hall.
Land Recognition
We acknowledge that the land on which we gather is the traditional Territories of the Mississauga and Haudenosaunee Nations. The Old Town Hall is within the lands protected by the Dish With One Spoon wampum agreement, which is based upon the principles of peace and sharing.
History
The organization was formed in 1999 to address the issue of the former Waterford and Townsend Township Town Hall. Government restructuring over the past 25 years had resulted in the building being declared “surplus to the needs of the municipality”. Recognizing a strong desire in the community to restore the property to a public place, OTHA purchased the Old Town Hall from the City of Nanticoke on February 15, 2000.
Funding
Old Town Hall is not a municipally owned facility. Funds to sustain it are acquired by engaging the community through various activities: special interest programs, music concerts, theatrical productions, used book store, grants, room rentals and donations.
Communication
OTHA keeps interested citizens up to date on its activities by way of its website, facebook page, email notices and through local media.
Hours of Operation
Office & Gallery
Tuesday to Friday 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Gallery & Book Store
Saturday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Board of Directors
Staff + Key Volunteers
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Claire Senko
ARTISTIC PRODUCER/PROGRAM DIRECTOR
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Abi Boatright
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
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Lexi Senko
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
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Tanya Logan-Cowan
GALLERY CURATOR/EVENT DESIGNER
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Lorrie Bowman
ASSOCIATE/HALL RENTAL MANAGEMENT
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Steve Kilbridge
BOOKSTORE MANAGER
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Brenda Dredge
BUILDING MAINTENANCE
