Lambton County Archives is inviting residents to get a behind-the-scenes look at how historic items are preserved.
Drop-in vault tours will be held on Wednesday, April 9 at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.
The guided tours will go inside secure storage areas and guests will learn about the techniques used to safeguard materials from deterioration.
Attendees will also hear unique stories about Lambton’s past using records from the collection.
“These tours are a chance to share the behind-the-scenes work that we do here at the Archives to preserve historical records for generations to come,” said Lambton County Archives Supervisor Nicole Aszalos. “Visitors will discover how we store and care for our records and learn some of the fascinating stories hidden within our collection.”
The tours are free and are being held in celebration of Archives Awareness Week.
Further details about Lambton County Archives can be found on its website.
