Remembrance Day traditions continue at McCrae House here with the return of the Guelph Amateur Radio Club.
Now in its 23rd season, the group will again be sending and receiving remembrance messages at the birthplace of John McCrae from Nov. 6 to 11.
Members of the club look forward to contacting, via the airwaves, ham radio enthusiasts around the world. This is their opportunity to acknowledge Remembrance Day and exchange thoughts on its significance. The club also assists the museum in educating people taking part in Remembrance programs offered throughout the week. Students, as well as the general public, are invited to share their thoughts and reacquaint themselves with John McCrae.
McCrae House is the birthplace of John McCrae, doctor, soldier and author of the poem In Flanders Fields, one of the best known First World War poems. McCrae’s poem is credited with initiating the use of the poppy as a symbol of remembrance.
On Nov. 11 beginning at 9am in the McCrae Garden there will be a short Remembrance service organized by the Royal Canadian Legion, Colonel John McCrae Memorial Branch 234, followed by John McCrae Public School’s Remembrance assembly. All are welcome. Admission to McCrae House on Remembrance Day is by donation and it is open until 5pm.
McCrae House is located at 108 Water Street. Open daily 1 to 5pm leading up to Remembrance Day and open Remembrance Day 9am to 5pm. Contact Guelph Museums at 836-1221, extension 2773 for more information.
