“How I came to live in Wellington County” is the topic for the county historical society’s 2016 writing contest.
The Wellington County Historical Society is inviting submissions to the contest, which is open to writers of all ages.
“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 society urges.
The competition is open to all ages but writers should specify youth or adult.
Stories should be 500 to 2,000 words. Typed, double spaced submissions are preferred, but handwritten entries are acceptable.
Writers should include name, address, email address, and telephone number on a separate sheet.
Winners will be announced at the society’s annual general meeting on June 6, at which time awards will be presented in both youth and adult categories. The society notes all entries become the property of the Wellington County Historical Society and will be stored at the Wellington County Archives for all to enjoy. For information call 519-546-3450. Deadline for receipt of entries is April 15. Entries should be mailed to: 2016 Writing Contest, Wellington County Historical Society, P.O. Box 5, Fergus ON, N1M 2W7, or email to: willawick@wightman.ca.
